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1. TORO ENERGY LIMITED “What’s Down the Track?” Kalgoorlie CCI24 OCTOBER 2013John Baines
2. Disclaimer This presentation has been prepared by Toro Energy Limited (“Toro”). The information contained in this presentation is a professional opinion only and is given in good faith. Certain information in this document has been derived from third parties and though Toro has no reason to believe that it is not accurate, reliable or complete, it has not been independently audited or verified by Toro. Any forward-looking statements included in this document involve subjective judgement and analysis and are subject to uncertainties, risks and contingencies, many of which are outside the control of, and maybe unknown to, Toro. In particular, they speak only as of the date of this document, they assume the success of Toro’s strategies, and they are subject to significant regulatory, business, competitive and economic uncertainties and risks. Actual future events may vary materially from the forward looking statements and the assumptions on which the forward looking statements are based. Recipients of this document (“Recipients”) are cautioned to not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Toro makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information in this document and does not take responsibility for updating any information or correcting any error or omission which may become apparent after this document has been issued. To the extent permitted by law, Toro and its officers, employees, related bodies corporate and agents (“Agents”) disclaim all liability, direct, indirect or consequential (and whether or not arising out of the negligence, default or lack of care of Toro and/or any of its Agents) for any loss or damage suffered by a Recipient or other persons arising out of, or in connection with, any use or reliance on this presentation or information. All amounts in A$ unless stated otherwise.
3. Key Points Principal Development Asset: Wiluna Uranium Project 74mlb (33,500 tonnes) U3O8 total regional JORC resource 1 100% of resources at Centipede and Lake Way are classified as Measured or Indicated. Both deposits are approved for development. 76% of Millipede is classified as Indicated. Feasibility study planned for completion in 2014 One of the few projects globally capable of production from 2016 Principal Exploration Asset: Theseus Uranium Project Maiden resource reported December 2012 – 6.9mlb @ 1 Potential acid ISR extraction => low capital development Exploration target range (ETR) 28 – 40mlb (12,600 – 18,200t) U3O8 Expected grade range of 450 – 520ppm U3O8 1 200 ppm cut-off grade Refer to CP Statements on page 19
4. ToroEnergy ASX announcement (ASX:TOE) 12 August: Toro acquires 22Mlb U3O8 Lake Maitland Uranium Project from Mega Uranium Theseus Wiluna Perth Adelaide Wiluna Uranium Project (100%) Theseus Uranium Project (100%) (Initial resource 6.9Mlbs U3O8 established and follow up targets) WA and NT are Australian States and Territories that allow uranium mining and enclose Toro’s project and exploration footprint. Notes: Pro-forma for Acquisition and completion of share subscriptions from Pinetree and OZ Minerals TOE cash on hand 30 June 2013 plus cash from Acquisition and A$2.0m share subscriptions associated with the Acquisition Unlisted options on issue: 135.2M at various strike prices Source: Bloomberg as at 9 August 2013.
5. The Wiluna Uranium ProjectOwned 100% Toro
6. Wiluna Project
7. Wiluna Regional Resource # Refer to CP Statements on page 19
8. Resource Development Exploration and strategic acquisitions have grown the Wiluna Regional Resource base to a development scale Centipede Lake Way Centipede Lake Way Dawson Hinkler Centipede Lake Way Millipede Nowthanna Dawson Hinkler Centipede Lake Way Millipede Nowthanna Dawson Hinkler Centipede Lake Way Millipede Nowthanna Dawson Hinkler Lake Maitland 74 Proposed Lake Maitland acquisition 53.6 50.1 30.6 24.4 Drilling resulting in: Upgrade resource Density Increase Drilling targeting: Resource Upgrade 1. Based on cut off grade of 200ppm U3O8.
9. Project Economics – 2012 to 2013 1. First 10 years of production. 2. Figures based on an exchange rate of AUD/USD: 0.90.
10. The Global Uranium Industry Wiluna is the only Australian project permitted and capable of being brought into production during the forecast supply gap Source: Independent industry and broker reports.
11. Community and Indigenous Engagement Shire of Wiluna policy of support for uranium mining 4 formal public consultation opportunities Information days – Wiluna, Leonora, Menzies, Kalgoorlie Traditional Owner site visits: Beverly , Doral mineral sands mine, Wiluna Agreed Project configuration Independent advice provided Specific Indigenous issues: Cultural Heritage Management Bush Tucker Radiation & Environmental Monitoring
12. Proposed Transport Route Wiluna-Adelaide via national highway system 5 conventional ship containers per month (2 double trailers, 1 single) Up to 36 truck movements per year 2 drivers per truck, limited stops,re-fuelling points only Shipment from Port Adelaide and/or Darwin Ports are permitted for Class 7 vessels Allow co-shipping with other producers
13. Ministerial Approvals “The Liberal-National Government is committed to ensuring that uranium mining in WA will be subject to strict security provisions and world’s best practice safety and environmental standards.” WA Government Minister Marmion; 10 October 2012 “My decision comes after a rigorous environmental assessment.” Australian Government Minister Burke; 2 April 2013
14. The Way Ahead for Toro The Wiluna Project: Current focus on improving resource definition and mining engineering Mining agreement with Traditional Owners Submission of mining proposal Progress approvals for next priority deposits Complete feasibility engineering in 2014 Target commitment decision in late 2014 with first uranium sales in 2016 Dependent on financing and market
15. 2013-2014 Toro’s Development Plans Implementing the approved Wiluna Project Integrating Lake Maitlandand optimisation of economics Financing activities targeted to allow construction start late 2014
16. Toro Energy Limited John Baines Processing Manager Toro Energy Limited L2 35 Ventnor Ave WEST PERTH WA 6005 Telephone: +61 8 9214 2100 Email:info@toroenergy.com.au Website: www.toroenergy.com.au
17. Appendix
18. Competent Person Statement The information presented here that relates to Mineral Resources of the Centipede, Lake Way, Millipede and Nowthanna deposits is based on information compiled by Dr Greg Shirtliff of Toro Energy Limited and Mr Robin Simpson and Mr Daniel Guibal of SRK Consulting (Australasia) Pty Ltd. Mr Guibal takes overall responsibility for the Resource Estimate, and Dr Shirtliff takes responsibility for the integrity of the data supplied for the estimation. Dr Shirtliff is a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), Mr Guibal is a Fellow of the AusIMM and Mr Simpson is a Member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) and they have sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity they are undertaking to qualify as Competent Persons as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code 2012)’. The Competent Persons consent to the inclusion in this release of the matters based on the information in the form and context in which it appears. The information presented here that relates to Mineral Resources of the Dawson Hinkler deposit is based on information compiled by Dr Katrin Karner of Reptile Uranium Namibia Pty. Ltd. (formerly of Toro Energy Limited at the time of the estimation) and Mr Robin Simpson and Mr Daniel Guibal of SRK Consulting (Australasia) Pty Ltd. Mr Guibal takes overall responsibility for the Resource Estimate, and Dr Karner takes responsibility for the integrity of the data supplied for the estimation. Mr Guibal is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), Dr Karner is a Member and CP (Geo) of the AusIMM and Mr Simpson is a Member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG) and they have sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity they are undertaking to qualify as Competent Persons as defined in the 2004 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code 2004)’. The Competent Persons consent to the inclusion in this release of the matters based on the information in the form and context in which it appears. The information presented here that relates to Mineral Resources of the Lake Maitland Deposit is based on information compiled by Mr Stewart Taylor and Mr Matthew Wheeler of Mega Uranium Limited, and Mr Peter Gleeson and Mr Daniel Guibal of SRK Consulting (Australasia) Pty Ltd. Mr Guibal takes overall responsibility for the Resource Estimate, and Mr Taylor and Mr Wheeler take responsibility for the integrity of the data supplied for the estimation. Mr Taylor is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), Mr Guibal is a Member of the AusIMM and Mr Wheeler and Mr Gleeson are Members of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG), all have sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity they are undertaking to qualify as qualified persons as defined by the 2004 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code 2004). The Qualified Persons consent to the inclusion in this release of the matters based on the information in the form and context in which it appears .