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Invested With Conviction

Lockstrood seeds oportunities that unlocking stranded mining assets through strategic capital & a global network. This strategy has delivered the team a track record of outsized returns in the sector.

Investment Mandate

Our seed capital investments target stranded assets with proven potential, focusing on projects with strong geological pedigree that require patient capital and offer ventures with clear development pathways. Lockstrood invests through equity and convertible mezzanine financing strategies, while also serving as a catalyst for larger capital raises by leveraging our extensive professional network to attract additional investors and strategic partners.

Our Criteria

We seek mining ventures that demonstrate strong geological fundamentals which we can support to overcome critical hurdles for project development and maintain a clear path to profitability under the right management. Our investment decisions prioritise projects with responsible, localised management teams and strong potential for stakeholder alignment, as these elements are essential for successful project advancement and sustainable returns.

Active Support

Lockstrood’s investments come with active participation, providing technical support through to project finance advisory while opening our extensive network to ensure project success through strategic partnerships and additional expertise.

Briefing on Modern Project Management and Construction Transformation

Executive Summary Major capital projects across the infrastructure, construction, and mining sectors are historically plagued by significant underperformance, consistently failing to meet budget and schedule forecasts. Analysis reveals that the root causes are not technical but are deeply embedded systemic failures, including inadequate upfront planning, weak governance, a deficit of specialized expertise, ineffective procurement, and…

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Financing Mining Projects: Methods and Considerations

Executive Summary The global economy is at a critical juncture, defined by an escalating and unprecedented demand for critical minerals. This surge is fueled by the intertwined megatrends of the energy transition, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and high-technology manufacturing, and evolving defense requirements. However, this demand is colliding with a deeply challenging supply…

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The Economics of Commodity Trading Firms

Briefing Document: The Intricacies of Commodity Trading This briefing document provides a comprehensive overview of commodity trading, drawing on various expert sources to illuminate its fundamental nature, operational mechanisms, inherent risks, firm structures, and broader economic significance. It aims to explain an activity often misunderstood, highlighting its crucial role in the global supply chain. 1.…

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