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We are thrilled to announce that QLS, a DRA Saudi Arabia company, has officially opened our newest Independent Laboratory in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This marks a significant milestone in our mission to deliver world-class laboratory services globally. This new facility aims to provide essential support to the rapidly growing Saudi Arabian mining and minerals industry. Our Riyadh analytical laboratory offers a comprehensive suite of services, including: • Sample preparation (drying, crushing, pulverizing, and sieving) • Fire assays (AAS and gravimetric finish) • Wet chemistry analysis • Multi-element testing • ICP-OES analysis • AAS analysis • Carbon and sulphur analysis • Mineral sample analysis (Au, Ag, Base metals, REE, bulk and industrial minerals) • Fully equipped Water Laboratory (potable and wastewater testing) Metallurgical Testing Services through our internationally recognised partners • Sample preparation, Milling , Lab scale Flotation, Leaching • Pilot scale testwork Our commercial laboratory is equipped with the latest technology and adhere to our strict quality assurance and control standards. It will support the country's growing mining ambitions by ensuring that local explorers and operators have access to world-class scientific services. Our state-of-the-art laboratory operates seven days a week, offering a 24-hour turnaround for many services to guarantee efficiency and precision. With our advanced Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for seamless sample registration and tracking, QLS Saudi Arabia ensures that your data is handled with the utmost care and confidentiality. Why choose QLS? With our expert team, cutting-edge facilities, and commitment to excellence, we deliver accurate results that drive quality control, environmental compliance, and process optimization. Trust QLS Saudi Arabia to be your partner in excellence, offering unmatched reliability and expertise in laboratory analysis. For more information on our service offering, please contact: raf.abela@draoperations.com or sajid.iqbal@draoperations.com

As the year draws to a close, we’d like to thank you for being part of our journey. Please note that our Head Office will be closed from mid-day, 13 December 2024, and we’ll be back on 6 January 2025, recharged and ready for an exciting new year! Wishing you a safe & joyful holiday season, and a fantastic start to 2025!

We are thrilled to announce our participation as a gold sponsor at the upcoming Future Minerals Forum 2025, taking place from January 14–16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Future Minerals Forum serves as a cornerstone for shaping the future of mining, driving global sustainability, and fostering economic growth. More than 14,000 participants from 178 countries, including 75 government representatives, are expected to attend, creating a global platform for collaboration and innovation in the mining sector. We will proudly showcase our extensive expertise in delivering world-class engineering and operational solutions tailored to the mining sector. Teams from APAC, EMEA, SENET, Minopex, and Saudi Arabia will be present to discuss our integrated capabilities and innovative approaches to sustainable mining practices. Visit us at Stand #FMF25 to learn how DRA Global is advancing innovation and delivering value across the mining industry. Let’s connect at this transformative event! 🤝

At Minopex, we take pride in recognizing our teams and individuals who exemplify operational excellence. The Minopex Excellence Awards, held on 19 November 2024, celebrated those who have delivered outstanding results and embodied our core values. 2024 Excellence Award Winners Safety Awards · Small Ops: Winner - SAOB · Large Ops: Winner - Ad-Duwayhi · Services: Winner - QLS (Tanzania) · Mining Operations: Winner - South Deep Mine · Most Improved KPI: Winner - Kimberly (Ekapa) Other Awards · Production/Engineering Excellence: Winner - Ad Duwayhi · Efficiency Excellence: Winner - Ad Duwayhi · Client Relationship Excellence: Winner - Ad Duwayhi · Innovation Excellence: Winner - Ad Duwayhi Special Awards · Community Upliftment: Winner - Gamsberg · HR Best Site Performance: Winner - Gamsberg Thank you to all our teams for your exceptional contributions. Together, we continue to set new benchmarks for success! 🙌 #MinopexExcellence #OperationalExcellence #ProudToBeMinopex

Minopex is honoured to have been selected by Giyani Metals Corp. to operate and maintain their High Purity Manganese Sulphate Monohydrate (HPMSM) Demonstration Plant in Krugersdorp, South Africa. This selection reflects the trust placed in our technical expertise and the exceptional quality of skills we bring to this groundbreaking project. As part of a ceremony commemorating the significant milestone of commissioning advancement, Minopex proudly supported Giyani Metals in this pivotal achievement. We are excited about the opportunity to build a lasting partnership as Giyani Metals continues to drive innovation in the battery metals industry. 🤝

We are delighted to share that Minopex Kroondal 1 has been recognized as the runner-up for Best Improved PGM Processing Plant in Safety Performance at MineSafe 2024! This achievement comes as we mark a major milestone of reaching three years of Lost Time Injury (LTI)-free days at our operation. This honor is a testament to our team’s unwavering commitment to fostering a safe and secure work environment. It reflects our collective dedication to prioritizing safety in all aspects of our operations. By consistently applying the principles of Sections 22, 23, and 83 of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), we uphold our core values, ensuring the well-being of everyone through teamwork, vigilance, and continuous improvement. The Minopex Sibanye-Stillwater Kroondal 1 plant holds a special place in our history, as it represents our longest-standing contract since 1999. With 25 years of successful plant operations and maintenance services, this achievement underscores our team’s sustained excellence while maintaining the highest safety standards. Executive Vice President Sheik Abdur Rashid Kader shared, "This recognition speaks to our unwavering commitment to the safety of all our employees. We are dedicated to doing everything possible to ensure that each team member returns home safely to their loved ones. Congratulations to the leadership and employees at Kroondal 1 for this well-deserved accomplishment."

On Monday, 28 October ‘24, Minopex officially launched its Women in Mining Leadership Development Programme, a first for our organisation, in partnership with Duke Corporate Education. This initiative marks yet another significant milestone in our People & Culture journey to building a more representative, diverse and inclusive workforce. At Minopex, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are strategic priorities essential for creating a sense of belonging, igniting innovation, sustainable growth, and long-term success. This programme is a crucial step in our commitment to developing a diverse talent pipeline and empowering women leaders within our company and the mining industry. Speaking at the launch, Elgie (LG) Blignaut, our VP of Human Resources and sponsor of the WIM LDP, emphasized the importance of transformation in mining: "Investing in these transformative programs isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also about emphasizing our commitment to crafting a stronger, more inclusive Minopex that hopes to contribute to industry transformation by example. This initiative marks the dawn of a new era for us – building on our solid foundations to help reimagine a stronger value proposition for our employees, clients and stakeholders into the future. Today, we don’t just want to launch a program, we want to make a meaningful contribution to an ongoing movement in our country that will strengthen the Minopex legacy and inspire generations to come." We are thrilled to welcome these talented women from across Minopex into this year-long journey, where they will learn from industry experts, collaborate with peers, and be empowered to be great future leaders. We are confident that this first cohort will return to Minopex with enhanced leadership skills, fresh ideas, and a commitment to fostering a greater than yourself (GTY) philosophy. They’ll inspire innovation, promote safety and sustainability, and become champions of collaboration across teams whilst helping to shape a stronger Minopex into the future. We wish our inaugural cohort every success as they embark on this exciting journey. Here’s to supporting the next generation of women leaders in mining! #Minopex #WomenInMining #LeadershipDevelopment #DEIB #DukeCorporateEducation #EmpoweringWomen #StrategicTransformation

As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, Minopex extends its warmest wishes for a joyful and prosperous Diwali. May this special occasion bring light, happiness, success, and good fortune into your life. 🪔

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the life-saving role of early detection in combating this widespread disease. SAOB, LIO, Kroondal 1, and the Phola plants recently hosted sessions focused on breast cancer awareness, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the health and well-being of our employees. Let's make early detection a priority and work together toward a healthier future 🎗️ Awareness saves lives!

Excited to be joining fellow panelists at TXF Africa 2024, discussing a crucial topic: 'Project Bankability - How do we get there?' Looking forward to exploring insights with industry experts on creating bankable projects that drive sustainable development across Africa. #TXFAfrica2024