Kenmare Resources (KMR) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
9 Mar, 2026Strategic position and market overview
Operates the Moma Titanium Minerals Mine in Mozambique, with over 20 years of production and more than 100 years of mineral resources at current rates.
Supplies 6% of global titanium feedstocks, with titanium listed as a critical mineral in major markets.
Over $1.5bn invested in capital projects, including a $341m upgrade to Wet Concentrator Plant (WCP) A.
Maintains a consistent low-cost industry position and has distributed over $300m to shareholders since 2019.
Faces ongoing market weakness due to oversupply, especially from increased Chinese production and subdued end-market demand.
Financial performance and cost management
Year-end 2025 cash and cash equivalents at $48.6m, with net debt rising to $158.8m due to peak capex on WCP A upgrade.
Impairment charge up to $300m expected, reflecting weaker pricing and lower asset recoverable values.
2026 cash operating cost guidance set at $215-225m, with cost per tonne targeted at $240-250.
Retrenchment of ~15% of workforce and production curtailments planned to reduce costs.
Capital intensity to materially reduce in 2026, with $30m capex for WCP A and $30m sustaining capital planned.
Operations and production
2025 production impacted by WCP A upgrade: ilmenite down 17% YoY, rutile down 12%, shipments down 13%.
Selective Mining Operation (SMO 1) delivered 50kt HMC in 2025; SMO 2 to be commissioned in Q3 2026.
Focus on value over volume, maximizing shipments and drawing down stockpiles to normal levels.
2026 shipment guidance set at over 1.1Mt, a >15% increase versus 2025, with production flexed to meet demand.
Latest events from Kenmare Resources
- Strong H1 shipments and concentrate output, with improved financial flexibility and ongoing regulatory talks.KMR
Status update16 Jul 2026 - Major plant upgrade secures long-term growth as 2026 targets higher shipments and lower costs.KMR
TP ICAP Midcap Conference presentation16 Jul 2026 - Major plant upgrade secures long-term production as shipments and market conditions improve in 2026.KMR
Investor presentation16 Jul 2026 - 2026 targets over 1.1Mt shipments, lower costs, and improved cash flow after WCP A upgrade.KMR
Status update8 Jul 2026 - Strong safety, robust shipments, and zircon price gains offset softer titanium markets.KMR
Status update22 Apr 2026 - Navigating weak markets, the company is investing for growth and deepening local partnerships.KMR
Mining Forum Europe 202614 Apr 2026 - Revenue, EBITDA, and production fell in 2025, driving cost cuts and a paused dividend.KMR
H2 202525 Mar 2026 - Higher royalties and loss of IFZ status drive urgent talks and risk of arbitration.KMR
Investor update9 Mar 2026 - Major plant upgrade secures future output as cost controls and shipment growth drive 2026 outlook.KMR
Investor presentation9 Mar 2026