Upload
brazilresources
View
561
Download
2
Embed Size (px)
DESCRIPTION
Citation preview
January 2011
This presentation contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities regulations. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to the future price of minerals and the effects thereof, the timing and amount of estimated capital expenditures, costs and timing of proposed activities, plans and budgets for and expected results of exploration activities, exploration and permitting time-lines, requirements for additional capital, government regulation of mining operations, environmental risks, reclamation obligations and expenses, the availability of further acquisition opportunities and Brazil Resources Inc’s ("BRI") use of the proceeds from financings. This forward-looking information is based on certain assumptions that BRI believes are reasonable, including that the current price of and demand for minerals being targeted by BRI will be sustained or will improve, that BRI’s current exploration programs and objectives can be achieved, that general business and economic conditions will not change in a material adverse manner, that financing will be available if and when needed on reasonable terms and that BRI will not experience any material accident, labour dispute, or failure of plant or equipment. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of BRI to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others, that BRI has a limited operating history, resource exploration and development is a speculative business, BRI may lose or abandon its interest in its properties, the Montes Áureos Property is in the exploration stage and is without known bodies of commercial ore, BRI may not be able to obtain all necessary permits and approvals that may be required to undertake exploration activity or commence construction or operation of mine facilities on any of its properties, environmental laws and regulations may become more onerous, BRI's ability to raise additional funds by equity financing and the fluctuating price of gold, as well as the other factors discussed in the section of the Final Prospectus (the "Prospectus") of BRI dated April 21, 2011 entitled "Risk Factors" filed with Canadian securities regulators and available at www.sedar.com.
Although BRI has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information due to the inherent uncertainty thereof. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, BRI does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information.
The information contained herein does not constitute an offer of securities for sale in the United States and securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or exemption from registration.
Technical Information
The technical information in this presentation is derived from the independent technical report dated March 16, 2011 entitled "Montes Áureos Gold Project, Maranhão, Brazil" prepared by Mario Conrado Reinhardt, BSc(Geo), MAIG of Coffey Mining (the "Technical Report"). Reference should be made to the full text of the technical report, a copy of the Technical Report is available at www.sedar.com. Reference should also be made to the full text of BRI's Final Prospectus dated April 21, 2011, which is also available at www.sedar.com.
FORWARD LOOKING INFORMATION
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
2
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Newly listed on the TSX Venture Exchange as of May 16, 2011
Strategic alliance with the Brasilinvest Group – a leading Brazilian merchant bank that has attracted investments in the range of US $12 billion
Focused on acquiring portfolio of advanced projects with drill ready targets in emerging gold districts of the Brazilian Shield
Experienced Brazilian operating, management and board teams
3
CORPORATE OVERVIEW
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Track Record of Discovery: Technical team involved in discovery and development of more than 10 million ounces of gold in Brazil
Superior Access to Capital Markets: BRI’s executive team and directors have a proven track record in raising capital in the resource sector
Controls +300,000 Acres In Top Brazilian Gold Districts: Including three projects in the Gurupi Belt, an emerging district with mining companies such as Kinross Gold, Jaguar Mining and Luna Gold developing exploration projects and gold mines
Established Infrastructure: All BRI properties in the Gurupi Belt have access to roads, electricity and water
Strong Treasury: With over $10M cash on hand the company is well positioned to execute on exploration programs and acquisition opportunities
4
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
As of January 1, 2011
Cash Position $10.1M
Shares Issued and Outstanding 39.4M
Warrants Outstanding .3M
Options Outstanding 1.6M
Total Issued and Outstanding 41.3M
5
CAPITAL STRUCTURE & SHARE PERFORMANCE
As of January 5, 2011
Recent Closing Price $1.17Trading Range (Since IPO) $1.00 - $1.45Average Volume ~30,000
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
Shares Issued Recent Share Performance
Market ValuationMajor Institutional Shareholders
As of January 5, 2011
Management and Insider Ownership ~30%
Institutional Ownership ~35%
• KCR Fund • Brasilinvest Group• Encompass Funds
As of January 5, 2011
Enterprise Value $36M
Market Capitalization $46M
Over CDN $10 M in the treasury with no debt
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
6
Steve Swatton, President & CEO
Former head of BHP Billiton’s Global Business Development and Technical divisions (Exploration Dept.)
Mario Garnero, Director
Chairman of Brasilinvest Group, merchant bank which has attracted investments up to US $12 billion to Brazil
Enzio Garayp, Director
Former Exploration Manager for Kinross in Brazil and directly oversaw the 8 Moz expansion of their 15 Moz Paracatu Mine
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
THE BRI TEAM
Founder and CEO of Uranium Energy Corp- North America’s newest uranium-producer
Amir Adnani, Chairman
Pat Obara, Director & CFO - Mr. Obara was CFO of Uranium Energy Corp from 2006 to 2011 and has served as CFO for several TSX Venture companies
Paulo Pereira, Vice President of Exploration - Over 25 years of experience in exploration development in Brazil and Canada including developing new business opportunities for juniors
David Kong, Director - Mr. Kong is a director for several mining companies and formerly served as a partner with Ernst & Young and Ellis Foster Chartered Accountants
Herb Dhaliwal, Advisor - Former Canadian Minister of Natural Resources and Minister of National Revenue in the Federal Cabinet under Prime Minister Jean Chretien
Ovidio Antonio de Angelis, Advisor - Served as the Minister of Regional Politics and Minister of Urban Development in the Brazilian cabinet from 1998 through 2002
Paulo Espellet, Senior Geologist - Over 20 years of experience in exploration activities throughout major mining districts in Brazil 7
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
THE BRI TEAM
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Structured and completed projects and investment plans in Brazil in the range of US $12 billion
Sample of transactions: ITT-Standard Electric SA, NEC, Cofap, Bombril, Fiat, Volkswagen, Varig, Boehringer, Celupa, Mellita
Brasilinvest has been a pioneer in discussing themes such as globalization and its effects on the Brazilian market at various venues
Founded in 1975 by Mario Garnero, a director of Brazil Resources
8
BRASILINVEST — A STRATEGIC PARTNER IN BRAZIL
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
BRI Director Mario Garnero with Brazilian President Rousseff (2011- present)
BRI Director Mario Garnero with Former Brazilian President Lula da Silva (2003-2010)
INVESTING IN BRAZIL
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
9
Stable political climate that encourages foreign investment
Is among the top 5 destinations for foreign investment (UNCTAD)
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
One of the top three mining jurisdictions in South America
Clear permitting process with federal gov’t as sole authority
Low royalty rate of 1% on gold
BRAZIL AS A PREMIER MINING JURISDICTION
Luna Gold – Announces major resource upgrade at Aurizona; M+I
resources increase by 250%– 3.9 Moz Aurizona Gold Mine commences production– Combined regional resources of 4.5 Moz
– Reportedly offered $1B by Chinese miner– Gurupi – Completes feasibility study; announces
board approval to construct an open pit mine– Gurupi – Closes US$103.5M Senior Convertible Note– Gurupi – Combined resources of 3.1 Moz
Brazil Resources Inc.‾ Raises $4.76 million through private placement‾ Acquires 259,000-acre land package, including the
Artulandia property, in Goias State, Brazil‾ Acquires Trinta & Maua properties in the Gurupi Belt;
commences exploration10
GURUPI GOLD BELT IN THE NEWS
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Jaguar Mining
Gurupi Gold Belt And The West African Shield Were Previously Connected
53,263 acres and three projects in the emerging Gurupi Gold Belt
Prospective potential to generate several low grade/near-surface deposits
Located near land holdings of companies such as Jaguar, Luna and Kinross
Strong infrastructure with road access and electrical connections
11
GURUPI BELT PROJECTS- EXPLORATION OVERVIEW
Paulo Pereira, Vice President – Exploration, Beside A Tunnel Used By Artisanal Gold Miners
At Montes Áureos
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
An Abandoned Open Pit That Was Actively Mined During The “Garimpeiro rush” Starting In
The Mid-1980s
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
Cipoeiro (Gurupi Project)2 Moz
(Feasibility Study 02/01/11)
Cachoeira Project
Aurizona Mine3.9 Moz
(Production began 02/09/11)
12
Trinta Project
Montes Áureos Project
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Mauá Project
Chega Tudo (Gurupi Project)
1 Moz (Feasibility Study
02/01/11)
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
13
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
ESTABLISHING A STRATEGIC POSITION IN THE GURUPI BELT
Cipoeiro Deposit (2 Moz)
Chega Tudo Deposit (1 Moz)
Located 20 km southeast of Jaguar’s +3 Moz Gurupi Project
Identified 2 km anomalous trend that is on-strike, and comparable, to the footprint of the +1,000,000 oz. Chega Tudo deposit (Gurupi Project)
14
MONTES ÁUREOS PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Mineralized intervals intersected in all 21 auger drill holes - including 7m at 2.80 g/t Au at 4m with
A long history of artisanal mining dating back to the 17th century
Visible Gold Mineralization Extracted From Montes Áureos
A Historic Deposit Was Established In The Northern Section Of The Property In The 1990s By TVX Gold
1.97 g/t Au.
ARTISINAL MINING ACTIVITIES AT MONTES AUREOS
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
15
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
16
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
3,000-meter program focused on 2km Au-Cu-As anomalous trend and on parallel 600m trend
Initial drill targets have been identified through auger drilling results, geochemical sampling and areas of past production
Targeting near-surface mineralization
Program to commence shortly; results expected in H1 2012
17
MONTES ÁUREOS DIAMOND DRILLING PROGRAM
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Proposed Diamond Drilling Program
BRI can earn up to 97% by completing both phases of the option agreement.
Phase 1 for (51%) must be completed by September 2013 and includes:
(a) US$25,000 cash payment (paid)
(b) issue 325,000 shares
(c) exploration expenditures totaling US$1,750,000
(d) keep properties in good standing
Phase 2 for (46%) must be completed by September 2015 and includes:
(a) pay US$1,000,000;
(b) issue 700,000 shares
(c) exploration and/or development expenditures
of US$3,000,000.
18
MONTES ÁUREOS AND TRINTA TRANSACTION: 97% INTEREST
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
MONTES ÁUREOS EXPLORATION PHASES 1 & 2
Completion of Phases 1 & 2 provides BRI with a 97% ownership stake in the Montes Áureos and Trinta projects.
Objectives:
Conduct 13,000 m of diamond drilling
Extend auger drilling along all identified anomalous trends (2.6 km)
Define and expand NI 43-101 resources
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
19
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
TRINTA & MAUA EXPLORATION
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
20
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Objectives:
Obtain geological mapping and conduct soil sampling on both properties
Conduct detailed auger drilling over prospective anomalous zones
Identify drill-ready targets
Initial auger drilling targets will be located in and around previously mined alluvial gold occurrences
PIRINEUS PROJECT – EXPLORATION OVERVIEW
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
21
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
District-scale land package totaling 259,000 acres in Goias State, where world-class companies such as Kinross, Anglogold Ashanti and Yamana Gold are present
Initial exploration results on the recently acquired Artulandia property identified two parallel gold trends approximately 11 km in length
Several occurences of historic artisanal gold
Exploration programs scheduled to begin shortly
mining operations
PIRINEUS PROJECT – A DISTRICT-SCALE OPPORTUNITY
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
22
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Both gold trends are open laterally in both directions
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
23
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Potential Intrusion
PIRINEUS PROJECT – TWO 11 KM LONG GOLD TRENDS
PIRINEUS PROJECT
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
24
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Objectives:
Obtain geological mapping and conduct geochemical reconnaissance sampling
Identify anomalous zones for further exploration
Define drill-ready targets
25
UPCOMING MILESTONES
2012 Q1 2012 Q2 2012 Q3 2012 Q4
2011 Exploration Program
Conduct 3,000 m Diamond Drilling Program
Acquire Initial 51% Interest
Montes Áureos
Trinta & Maua
M&A Activities
Announce Initial Drilling Results 10,000 m Diamond Drilling Program
2011 Exploration Program – Stream/Soil Sampling & Auger Drilling Program
Evaluate Exploration Results & Determine Investment Budget
Continue to Evaluate M&A OpportunitiesConduct Due Diligence and Announce Acquisition of Project(s)
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Pirineus
Evaluate Exploration Results & Determine Investment Budget
2012 Exploration Program
2011 Exploration Program – Stream/Soil Sampling & Auger Drilling Program
Mobilize and initiate exploratory drilling at Montes Áureos to establish a NI 43-101 compliant resource
Execute on previously identified acquisition opportunities, including near-term producing assets
Enhance outreach to government and local communities on acquisition and exploration activities
Raise necessary capital to further our operating plan
26
CORPORATE & OPERATIONAL 2011 OBJECTIVES
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Technical staff have discovered and developed over 10 Moz in Brazil
Management and technical teams have held senior positions with world class mining firms such as BHP, De Beers, Kinross, Rio Tinto, Teck and Uranium Energy Corp
Strategically positioned +300,000-acre land package with past informal mining activity on all projects
27
INVESTMENT SUMMARY
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF
Fully financed for upcoming work programs and near-term growth with
over $10 M in cash
Drilling results and acquisition related news flow anticipated shortly
Head Office:320-1111 West Hastings St.
Vancouver, BC
Corporate and Securities Counsel: Sangra Moller LLP1000-925 West Georgia St.
Vancouver, BC
General Counsel: McMillian LLP1500-1055 West Georgia St.
Vancouver, BC
Auditor: Ernst & Young700 West Georgia St.
Vancouver, BC
Transfer Agent: Computershare510 Burrard St., 2nd Floor
Vancouver, BC
28
CORPORATE INFORMATION
“The Newest Brazilian Gold Explorer In The Emerging Gurupi Belt”
TSX-V: BRI
OTCQX: BRIZF