(KDR) Karelian Diamond Resources
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| 09-12-11 | PRN |
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9 December 2011 Karelian Diamond Resources Plc (the "Company") Result of AGM The Company announces that at the annual general meeting, held earlier today, all resolutions were duly passed. Further Information: Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman, Karelian Tel: +353-1-661-8958 Diamond Resources plc Simon Clements/Virginia Bull, Merchant Securities Tel: +44-20-7628-2200 Limited (Nomad) Brian Farrell, IBI Corporate Finance Limited (ESM Tel: +353-1-637-7800 Adviser) John Grant/Karen Kelly/David Lawman , XCAP Tel: +44-20-7101-7070 Securities PLC (Broker) Michael Padley/Michael Spriggs, Lothbury Financial Tel: +44-20-7868-2010 Services Limited Don Hall, Hall Communications Tel: +353-1-660-9377 http://www.kareliandiamondresources.com END More |
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| 09-12-11 | PRN |
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9 December 2011 KARELIAN DIAMOND RESOURCES PLC DIAMOND INDICATOR MINERALS AT RIIHIVAARA TARGET * Positive basal till sampling results - Twelve garnet indicator minerals recovered * One grain determined to be eclogitic (G3) and one pyroxenitic (G4) * Three G10 and five G9 diamond indicator minerals also recovered Karelian Diamond Resources plc ("Karelian") (AIM: KDR, ESM: KDR.I) is pleased to announce positive results from a basal till sampling programme on its Riihivaara target in the Kuhmo area, near the Company's 6.9 hectare diamondiferous Seitaperä kimberlite pipe in Eastern Finland. The results suggest that a diamondiferous kimberlite pipe or dyke is likely to exist in the Riihivaara area. The till sampling programme at Riihivaara resulted in the recovery of twelve garnet indicator minerals, comprising three G10's, five G9's, one G4, one G3 and two G1's. Six of the positive results, including the G4 pyroxenitic garnet occurred within a single till sample. The adjacent sample had two positive results, including the eclogitic G3 garnet. These garnets and other mantle-derived minerals are used to locate kimberlites and are referred to as kimberlite indicator minerals. Some of these garnets, the G10's and certain G9's, are created under similar conditions to diamonds within the ultramafic mantle rocks underlying the crust and are therefore used as predictors of the presence of diamonds. There is a strong statistical correlation between G10 and certain G9 garnets, like those found in Riihivaara, and the presence of diamonds. The sampling programme was undertaken on Karelian's behalf by the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) in conjunction with the Company's technical staff. Sample analysis was undertaken in the GTK laboratories. Dr. Hugh O'Brien, a diamond specialist with the GTK stated: "G3 (eclogitic) and G4 (pyroxenitic) garnets are very unusual for eastern Finland. It is surprising to find eclogite-derived grains in this area, because the kimberlites found to date in the Kuhmo-Lentiira-Kostomuksha area are very poor in eclogite component, being rather much more dominated by peridotite indicators." Eclogite mantle material is significant as it tends to be associated with a much higher grade of diamonds than peridotite mantle material. Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman commented: "I am very pleased with the latest sample results which show a strong correlation with the presence of diamonds and the discovery of eclogitic material which tends to be associated with higher diamond grades, both very positive indicators." This release has been approved by Kevin McNulty PGeo, who is a member of the Company's technical staff, who holds a BSc/MSc in Geology and Remote Sensing, in accordance with the guidance note for Mining, Oil & Gas Companies issued by the London Stock Exchange in respect of AIM Companies, which outlines standards of disclosure for mineral projects. Further Information: Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman, Karelian Tel: +353-1-661-8958 Diamond Resources plc Simon Clements/Virginia Bull, Merchant Securities Tel: +44-20-7628-2200 Limited (Nomad) Brian Farrell, IBI Corporate Finance Limited (ESM Tel: +353-1-637-7800 Adviser) John Grant/Karen Kelly/David Lawman , XCAP Tel: +44-20-7101-7070 Securities PLC (Broker) Michael Padley/Michael Spriggs, Lothbury Financial Tel: +44-20-7868-2010 Services Limited Don Hall, Hall Communications Tel: +353-1-660-9377 http://www.kareliandiamondresources.com END More |
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| 17-11-11 | PRN |
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17 November 2011 Karelian Diamond Resources Plc ("KDR" or the "Company") Final results for the year ended 31 May 2011 Karelian (AIM: KDR, ESM: KDRI), the diamond exploration company focused on Finland, announces its results for the year ended 31 May 2011, a year of significant progress with continued drilling success. Highlights: * Drilling programme at Seitaperä in Finland intersects kimberlite in all five holes drilled * Large zone of potentially diamond bearing mantle xenoliths in kimberlite identified * Scope and size of Seitaperä pipe further delineated * Loss after taxation for the year of €187,261 (2010: loss of €173,081) in line with expectations Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman, stated: "The excellent results from this season's drilling programme in Finland are highly encouraging. Our objective remains to make a major diamond discovery in Finland comparable to the world class discoveries already made on the Russian side of the structure." Further Information: Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman, Karelian Tel: +353-1-661-8958 Diamond Resources plc Simon Clements/Virginia Bull, Merchant Securities Tel: +44-20-7628-2200 Limited (Nomad) Brian Farrell, IBI Corporate Finance Limited (ESM Tel +353-1-637-7800 Adviser) John Grant/Karen Kelly/David Lawman , XCAP Tel: +44-20-7101-7070 Securities PLC (Broker) Michael Padley/Michael Spriggs, Lothbury Financial Tel: +44-20-7868-2010 Services Limited Don Hall, Hall Communications Tel: +353-1-660-9377 http://www.kareliandiamondresources.com CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT I have pleasure in presenting your Company's Final Results for the year ended 31 May 2011. During the year your Company continued to progress its diamond exploration programme in Finland. At Seitaperä in the Kuhmo region of Eastern Finland your Company has delineated the largest known diamondiferous kimberlite so far discovered in the country. Drilling resumed at Seitaperä during the course of the year. The objective of the drilling was to test the extent of the diamond-bearing kimberlite facies at Seitaperä and the shape of the pipe to a depth of approximately 100 metres. Post year end the results from the drilling at Seitaperä became available and were announced on 3October 2011. Kimberlite was intersected in all five holes drilled. A new large (52 metre) zone of potentially diamond bearing mantle xenoliths in kimberlite was identified, and the scope and extent of the Seitaperä diamondiferous kimberlite pipe further delineated. The Seitaperä pipe, at 6.9 hectares, is the largest known kimberlite pipe in Finland. Previous drilling by the Company resulted in the recovery of 67 diamonds from 100kg including six macrodiamonds and 61 microdiamonds, some of which may be fragments of a larger diamond or diamonds which were present in the mantle xenoliths and broke apart during processing. These findings suggest that there is potential for larger diamonds in Seitaperä with the majority of the kimberlite remaining untested. The discovery of another potentially diamond bearing mantle rich kimberlite zone in the recent drilling is particularly encouraging. During the year your Company applied for and was awarded two further diamond licences in the Kuhmo area. The licences cover known kimberlite bodies to the North of the Seitaperä diamondiferous pipe. Your Board believes a reassessment of the area is justified in view of the consistently good geochemistry and diamondiferous results at Seitaperä. The Company is also conducting exploration in other parts of Finland, based on the results of the first review and integration of the extensive database, including the results from over 53,000 till samples, which Rio Tinto has made available to the Company under the terms of the Confidentiality Agreement entered into with Karelian in July 2010. Under the terms of the agreement, in consideration of Rio Tinto disclosing confidential information to it, Karelian has agreed that Rio Tinto will have the option to earn a 51 per cent. interest in any project identified by Karelian in Finland by Rio Tinto paying the direct cash expenditures incurred in developing the project subject to the following conditions: 1. For diamond projects the option will be triggered if Karelian completes 10 tons or more of bulk sampling for diamond exploration; and 2. For all other minerals the option will be triggered if Karelian discovers a resource with an in situ value that is equal to or greater than the in situ value of 3 million ounces of gold in a JORC compliant resource calculation. The Rio Tinto Group is one of the largest mining companies in the world with interests spanning aluminium, copper, diamonds, iron ore, coal, uranium, gold and industrial minerals. Rio Tinto Diamonds is the third largest supplier of diamonds in the world with diamond production ranging from the unique pink diamonds of the Argyle mine in Australia to the spectacular whites of Diavik's high value gemstones in Canada. The confidential information and physical samples made available to Karelian are a significant addition to your Company's knowledge base and mineral exploration programme. Financials The loss after taxation for the year ended 31 May 2011 was €187,261 (2010: € 173,081) and the net assets as at 31 May 2011 were €4,652,829 (2010: € 3,621,349). As in previous years, I have supported the working capital requirements of the Company and in the period under review have advanced loans to the value of € 42,424 and the balance of the loans due to me at the period end was €1,107,373. The loans have been made on normal commercial terms. The other Directors consider, having consulted with the Company's Nominated Adviser and the Company's ESM Adviser, that the terms of these loans are fair and reasonable in so far as the Company's shareholders are concerned. During the year £1,050,000 sterling prior to expenses, was raised by the issue of 36,666,666 shares for cash. Auditors I would like to take the opportunity to thank the partners and staff of Deloitte and Touche for their services to your Company during the course of the year. Directors, Consultants and Staff I would also like to express my deep appreciation for the support and dedication of the Directors, Consultants and Staff, which has made possible the continued progress which your company has achieved. Future Outlook I am delighted with the results achieved to date by your Company whose objective remains to make a major diamond discovery in the Karelian Craton in Finland comparable to the world class discoveries already made on the Russian side of the Craton. Professor Richard Conroy Chairman 16 November 2011 INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2011 2011 2010 € € Operating expenses (110,020) (104,952) Other Income - 5 OPERATING LOSS (110,020) (104,947) Finance costs - Interest on shareholder loan (77,241) (68,134) Loss Before Taxation (187,261) (173,081) Taxation - - Loss for the year (187,261) (173,081) Loss per ordinary share (€0.0027) (€0.0028) STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 MAY 2011 2011 2010 € € Assets Non-current Assets Intangible assets 5,760,090 5,250,016 Investment in subsidiaries 4 4 Property, plant and equipment 669 837 5,760,763 5,250,857 Current Assets Trade and other receivables 12,536 24,875 Cash and cash equivalents 745,908 17,707 758,444 42,582 Total assets 6,519,207 5,293,439 Equity and Liabilities Capital and reserves Called up share capital 922,083 605,416 Share premium 4,621,158 3,801,202 Share based payments reserve 292,921 210,803 Retained earnings (1,183,333) (996,072) Total equity 4,652,829 3,621,349 Non-current liabilities Financial liabilities 1,107,373 1,033,967 Total non-current liabilities 1,107,373 1,033,967 Current liabilities Trade and other payables 759,005 638,123 Total Current Liabilities 759,005 638,123 Total Liabilities 1,866,378 1,672,090 Total Equity and Liabilities 6,519,207 5,293,439 Cash Flow Statement For the Year Ended 31 May 2011 2011 2010 € € Cash generated by operations 38,549 134,006 Tax paid - - Net cash generated by operating activities 38,549 134,006 Cash flows from investing activities Investment in exploration and evaluation assets (443,136) (299,213) Net cash used in investing activities (443,136) (299,213) Cash flows from financing activities Issue of share capital 1,136,623 - Shareholder loans 42,424 175,248 Interest paid (46,259) - Net cash generated from financing activities 1,132,788 175,248 Increase in cash and cash equivalents 728,201 10,041 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 17,707 7,666 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 745,908 17,707 Notes to the Financial Statements 1. Publication of non-statutory accounts The financial information set out in this preliminary announcement is abbreviated from the accounts as defined in Section 19 of the Companies (Amendment) Act 1986. The financial information for the year ended 31 May 2011 have been extracted from the Company's financial statements to that date which have received an unqualified auditors' report but have not yet been delivered to the Registrar of Companies. 2. Earnings per share The calculation of the loss per ordinary share of €0.0027 (2010 - €0.0028) is based on the loss for the financial year of €187,261 (2010 - €173,081) and the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue on a basic and fully diluted basis during the year of 68,805,565 (2010 - 60,541,676). The effect of share options and warrants is anti-dilutive. 3. Dividends No dividends were paid or are proposed in respect of the year ended 31 May 2011. 4. Copies of Accounts A copy of the Annual Report and Financial Statements, Notice of Meeting and Proxy Form will be available on the Company's website www.kareliandiamondresources.com and will be available from the Company's registered office, 10 Upper Pembroke Street, Dublin 2. It will also be forwarded to shareholders who requested a hard copy. END More |
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| 03-10-11 | PRN |
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3 October 2011 KARELIAN DIAMOND RESOURCES PLC Results from Seitaperä drilling * New large (52 metre) zone of potentially diamond bearing mantle xenoliths in kimberliteidentified * Kimberlite intersected in all fivedrill holes * Scope and extent ofSeitaperädiamondiferous kimberlite pipe further delineated Karelian Diamond Resources plc ("Karelian") (AIM: KDR, ESM: KDRI) is pleased to announce the results of its summer drilling programme on its 6.9 hectare diamondiferous Seitaperä pipe in Eastern Finland. Kimberlite was encountered in all five holes drilled and a new large (52 metre) zone of mantle bearing kimberlite intersected. The new zone is particularly significant in that many of the diamonds previously encountered in the Seitaperä pipe were also in mantle xenolith material. Such material can contain high diamond counts as it is derived from the earth's mantle where diamonds are formed. It is approximately 120 metres from where mantle xenolith material was previously encountered and is in a mica rich brown kimberlite whereas the previous zone was black serpentinized kimberlite. There are also a number of sections in the hole that had olivine xenocrysts present in the core which are also derived from the diamond forming mantle. The drill holes were all angled holes. They were drilled to a vertical depth of between 85 and 150 metres. The combined kimberlite intersection from the five holes was approximately 250 metres of kimberlite and approximately 41 metres of kimberlite breccia. The drilling programme has added substantial further information on the scope and extent of this large diamondiferous pipe in the Company's licence area in Eastern Finland. This release has been approved by Kevin McNulty PGeo, who is a member of the Company's technical staff, who holds a BSc/MSc in Geology and Remote Sensing, in accordance with the guidance note for Mining, Oil & Gas Companies issued by the London Stock Exchange in respect of AIM Companies, which outlines standards of disclosure for mineral projects. Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman commented: "We arevery pleased with theresults of thelatest drilling,particularlythe discovery of a new mantle xenolith zoneadjacent to the previous mantle xenolith zonewhichyielded 67 diamonds, sixof which were macrodiamonds,from a 100kg sample. "Wehavehad positive results from all five holesdrilled in this programmeand havediscovered anotherpotentially diamond bearing mantle richkimberlite zone. This ishighly encouraging." Further Information: Professor Richard Conroy, Chairman, Karelian Tel: +353-1-661-8958 Diamond Resources plc Simon Clements/Virginia Bull, Merchant Securities Tel: +44-20-7628-2200 Limited (Nomad) Brian Farrell, IBI Corporate Finance Limited (ESM Tel +353-1-637-7800 Adviser) John Grant/Karen Kelly/David Lawman , XCAP Tel: +44-20-7101-7070 Securities PLC (Broker) Michael Padley/Michael Spriggs, Lothbury Financial Tel: +44-20-7868-2010 Services Limited Don Hall, Hall Communications Tel: +353-1-660-9377 http://www.kareliandiamondresources.com END More |
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Hi folks,
Not quite diamonds, folks, but just finished my first (complete) resource stock writeup. Hope you'll check it out - Richland Resources (RLD:LN) - two most recent posts: Cheers, Wexboy http://wexboy.wordpress.com/ |
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not recently... ;-!
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wexboy,
Cheers and good luck to you,as they say the luck of the irish smiles on the brave |
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Thanks, guys!
Yes, Connemara is already on the list, but will take a while still to get to - Charlie, you're right, I've added Clontarf to the list - and also found Botswana Diamonds. |
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