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QPM ENERGY LIMITED — AGM Information 2021
Nov 22, 2021
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AGM Information
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Re-Energising Australia with Critical Battery Metals Production
AGM Presentation Dr Stephen Grocott | MD & CEO

AGM PRESENTATION | Nov 2021 | ASX:QPM | www.qpmetals.com.au
Disclaimer
COMPANY DISCLAIMER: The information in this presentation is an overview and does not contain all information necessary for investment decisions. In making investment decisions in connection with any acquisition of securities, investors should rely on their own examination and consult their own legal, business and/or financial advisers.
This document has been made available for information purposes only and does not constitute a prospectus, short form prospectus, profile statement or offer information statement. This document is not subject to the disclosure requirements affecting disclosure documents under Chapter 6D of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). The information in this document may not be complete and may be changed, modified or amended at any time by the Company, and is not intended to, and does not, constitute representations and warranties of the Company.
Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd does not have a significant operating history on which to base an evaluation of its business and prospects. Therefore, the information contained in this document is inherently speculative. Further, securities of companies such as the Company generally involve a higher degree of risk and are more volatility than securities of more established companies. Accordingly, an investment in the Company must be considered as speculative.
The information contained in this document has been prepared in good faith, neither the Company, Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd, or any of their respective directors, officers, agents, employees or advisors give any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the fairness, accuracy, completeness or correctness of the information, opinions and conclusions contained in this document. Accordingly, to the maximum extent permitted by law, none of the Company, Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd, their respective directors, employees or agents, advisers, nor any other person accepts any liability whether direct or indirect, express or limited, contractual, tortuous, statutory or otherwise, in respect of, the accuracy or completeness of the information or for any of the opinions contained in this document or for any errors, omissions or misstatements or for any loss, howsoever arising, from the use of this document.
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Global Leader in Sustainability
QPM believes that the TECH Project boasts unrivalled ESG credentials amongst developing nickel projects

Negative CO₂ emissions
- Use of waste gas results in TECH Project reducing Australia's GHG emissions by 238,000 t CO2-eq per annum
- Equivalent of ~52,000 typical passenger vehicles
- ISO-compliant calculation independent verification

Minimal Waste
- No tailings dam
- No process liquids discharge
- All valuable metals extracted from ore
- Exploring commercial applications for residue to make TECH Project "zero waste"

Positive working environment
- Developed nation labour laws from ore supply through to final product
- Building and fostering a high-performance culture with motivated employees working to a common goal
- Inclusive workforce
- Building diversity

Embracing Townsville & regional communities
- Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners Bindal People – CHMA executed to deliver training opportunities and jobs
- Local community sponsorship
- Establishing a presence in the community QPM office opened

Corporate Milestones
| Offtake | Binding agreements signed with LG and POSCOBaseload customers for 65% of productionUnderpins developmentWorld class, bankable customers | Ongoing discussions with other potential customers |
|---|---|---|
| Funding | A$20m equity raisingUS$15m investment from LG and POSCOInstitutional investors joining the share register | Progressing on NAIF loan –SAP completedKPMG appointedDebt process commenced –strong interest to date |
| Value Delivered | Market capitalisationof A$291 m~14x increase in share price since 1 July 2020One of the top performing nickel stocks on the ASX | |
| Board & Mgt | Key management appointmentsStrong owner's team assembledRight mix of skills and experience to deliver TECHProject | Key Board appointmentsCalibreof appointments reflects the progress andpotential of QPM |

Project Milestones
| DFS | Successful pilot plant operationEngagement of Tier 1 Lead Engineer –HatchGood progress made on DFS | Confirmed no fatal flaws in flowsheetKey equipment and vendors identifiedRelationships being built with key vendors |
|---|---|---|
| Approvals | 'Prescribed Project' status awarded in QueenslandState approvals advancing wellStrong relationship being built with TCC | Federal approvals progressing wellStrong political support from key ministers |
| Ore Supply | Ore supply identified to underpin ~1.5M tpa operationFinalisingore supply contracts with key suppliers | New Caledonia is awash with limonite resources thathave no real homeQPM offers a solution that is a "win-win" |
| Gas Supply | Tripartite MOU executed with TEC and NQGPUtilisationof waste gas –reinforces ESG credentialsExtensive known gas resources that underpin life ofTECH Project | Potential for monetisationof carbon creditsReducing methane emissions |

Delivering Value to Shareholders
QPM share price growth over the last twelve months outperformed benchmark indices and industry peers Price growth for the period 1 July 2020 to 19 November 2021

Queensland Pacific Metals S&P/ASX 200 S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Industry Peer Average Nickel Spot Price
The industry peer group is the average of Sunrise Energy Metals Limited (ASX:SRL), Ardea Resources Limited (ASX:ARL), Poseidon Nickel Limited (ASX:POS), Blackstone Minerals Limited (ASX:BSX) and Australian Mines Limited (ASX:AUZ).

Delivering Value to Shareholders

Delivering Value to Shareholders


Nickel Outlook
Key themes make the outlook for nickel very positive…
| Supply concerns | Significant new supply is largely Chinese-backed and located in Indonesia –political risk and ESG negativeDisplacement of nickel matte from NPI will only reduce nickel available for stainless steel –"Robbing Peter to payPaul"Limited sulfide discoveries –long time from exploration to productionHigh capex for laterite projects –barrier to entry2.2X forecast for nickel demand and 10X forecast for 2030 battery nickel demand (40 -50 kg/EV)Where will the clean and green nickel come from??? |
|---|---|
| Followinglithium'sfootsteps | Lithium sector performance has been remarkable and the profile of lithium in the investor community is moresignificant than nickel –more lithium companies, "lithium"-ion battery nameRaw material supply concerns for nickel is arguably greater than lithium amongst battery manufacturers and OEMsQPM believes the equity market is yet to fully understand and value the "supply chain train smash" that couldeventuate in nickelNickel's time is coming… |
| Batterychemistry | Nickel is what delivers energy density in LIBsTypical passenger EV will require 40-50 kg of nickel per vheicleNew battery technologies are a long way from commercialisation–OEMs have committed to nickel chemistry andforward orders have been placed |
Forecast Nickel Demand
… in addition to current 2.5 Mtpa Ni for stainless steel, alloys, etc!


History repeating itself



Nickel-rich batteries dominate the future


Who makes the money in the EV future?


Project of State Significance

- TECH Project awarded Prescribed Project status by Queensland Government
- A Prescribed Project is one which is of significance, particularly economically or socially, to Queensland or a region
- Prescribed Project status enlivens the Coordinator-General's powers under the State Development and Public Works Act to ensure timely decision making with respect to approvals for the Project
Project approvals continue to advance

Looking forward…
Key goals for the next 6-12 months – success will deliver value for shareholders
- Delivery of a high quality DFS which will provide technical confidence to financiers
- Advancing technical work and commercial opportunities on HPA
- Finalising project approvals
- Finalising key commercial arrangements to support TECH Project
- Delivery of a funding plan to allow construction of the TECH Project
- Securing long-lead time equipment by early detailed engineering

QPM TECH Project

