COTEC HOLDINGS CORP Stock Price, News & Analysis

CoTec Holdings Corp. (CTHCF) and Mkango Resources announced the completion of an independent Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) analysis for HyProMag USA's recycled rare earth permanent magnets facility in Texas. The study, conducted by Minviro , revealed an exceptionally low carbon footprint of 2.35 kg CO2 eq. per kg of NdFeB cut sintered block product.

The facility, located in Dallas-Fort Worth, will have a 40-year operational life and an annual production capacity of 750 metric tons of sintered NdFeB magnets and 291 metric tons of associated co-products. The project utilizes the patented Hydrogen Processing of Magnet Scrap (HPMS) technology, which shows approximately 95% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to traditional mine-based production methods.

HyProMag USA is owned 50:50 by CoTec and Maginito, with the latter being owned 79.4% by Mkango and 20.6% by CoTec.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH) has announced an amendment to its convertible loan agreement with Kings Chapel International , increasing the principal amount by up to $2.5 million. The loan bears a 10% annual interest rate and matures on December 31, 2027.

The loan is convertible into common shares at CAD$0.75 per share at Kings Chapel's election or automatically when the 15-day volume weighted average trading price reaches CAD$1.00. Conversion restrictions prevent Kings Chapel and affiliates from owning more than 49% of outstanding shares.

As Kings Chapel is an insider and the transaction involves CEO Julian Treger's family trust, this represents a related party transaction, though exempt from certain MI 61-101 requirements due to transaction size and listing status.

CoTec Holdings Corp (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) has signed a binding long-term exclusivity and collaboration agreement with Salter Cyclones for their Multi-Gravity Separators (MGS) technology to recover iron ore and manganese from mining and tailings material.

The agreement grants CoTec a three-year exclusivity period for MGS application to iron ore globally and manganese in the US, South Africa, and Brazil, with potential extensions based on milestone achievements. Initial due diligence at the Lac Jeannine Project in Québec has shown promising results, achieving critical mineral status concentrate grades from ultra-fine iron tailings.

The technology targets millions of tonnes of tailings from ongoing and historical operations in major mining regions. CoTec aims to become a mid-tier producer of high-grade concentrate and plans to either acquire assets or enter joint ventures with existing operators. The strategy focuses on expediting early revenue through low capital, low carbon technologies and brownfield permitting processes.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (CTHCF) has entered into a joint collaboration agreement with McGill University to develop Project WaveCracker™, focusing on microwave technology applications for enhanced copper recovery. The project aims to improve low-carbon, economic metal recovery from mineral targets, particularly in advanced sulphide leaching applications.

The collaboration leverages McGill's 30-year expertise in mineral processing and microwave technologies research. The initiative will explore using microwaves to pre-condition copper sulphide waste materials before leaching, potentially increasing permeability and copper recoveries. This technology complements CoTec's existing Ceibo technology, which focuses on leaching low-grade primary copper sulphides and copper waste material.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (CTHCF) has provided an operational update highlighting its transition from investment to project implementation. The company completed two independent technical studies in 2024, setting the foundation for revenue generation targeted for early 2027.

Key developments include the HyProMag USA permanent magnet recycling project, valued at US$262 million NPV7% with 23% IRR, and the Lac Jeannine iron ore tailings facility in Quebec, with US$59.5 million NPV7% and 30% IRR. The Lac Jeannine project has defined an Initial Inferred Mineral Resource of 73 million tonnes at 6.7% total Fe.

The company secured a CAD$4.5 million convertible loan facility and reported significant insider buying with directors and management acquiring over 600,000 shares in H2 2024. CoTec's 2025 targets include appointing an EPCM contractor for HyProMag USA, completing detailed design, and securing project financing.

CoTec Holdings Corp (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) announced on February 18, 2025, that Crystal Research Associates has published a 70-page paid Executive Informational Overview® (EIO) report on the company. The report is available on CoTec's website, Crystal Research Associates' website, and various financial distribution platforms. Crystal Research Associates has a track record of over two decades in presenting small- and mid-cap companies to Wall Street investors.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) has announced its participation in the 2025 Mining Conference: Mining & Supplying Critical Minerals & Precious Metals. The company's CFO, Braam Jonker, will present at the conference on Thursday, January 16th, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. E.T.

The conference, presented by Maxim Group , will feature virtual conversations hosted by Tate Sullivan, Senior Research Analyst at Maxim Group, focusing on identifying future trends in mining and supplying critical minerals and precious metals. The event will be streamed live on M-Vest, with attendance requiring M-Vest membership registration.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) has announced an advertising and investor awareness campaign partnership with Investing News Network (INN), pending TSX Venture Exchange approval. The six-month campaign, valued at approximately $26,000, aims to increase issuer awareness. INN, a Vancouver-based private company operating since 2007 through www.investingnews.com, specializes in providing independent news and education to investors. The agreement specifically excludes Investor Relations and Market Making services. INN currently holds no securities in CoTec.

CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) held its annual and special meeting of shareholders, where all resolutions were passed by requisite majority. Shareholders re-elected five incumbent directors: Julian Treger, Raffaele Genovese, Tom Albanese, Margot Naudie, and Sharon Fay. Additionally, two new directors, Erez Ichilov and Robert Harward, were elected to the Board. The meeting also resulted in the re-appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as company auditors and the confirmation of the company's omnibus equity incentive plan.