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Hawsons Iron Project

Scalable & Sustainable

Australia’s Flagship Sustainable Magnetite Project

Value1:

Pre-tax NPV8
$AU 1,360 Million

Location:

Strategically located
just 70km from
Broken Hill, NSW

Ownership:

100% Owned by Hawsons Iron Limited

Reserves and Resources1:

4.4 Billion Tonnes (Mineral Resources)

2.3 Billion Tonnes (Ore Reserve)

Project Status

Early works Feasibility Study

Pre-Feasibility Study completed Dec 2025

1 Refer to ASX Announcement 17 Dec 2025

Positioned at the forefront of sustainable steel production, Hawsons’ flagship project delivers reliable, high-grade magnetite concentrate through innovative and well proven dry-processing technology. Hawsons leverages its access to strategic infrastructure, significantly lowers emissions and production costs, and actively positions Australia as a global leader in the green steel revolution.

Unique Location.
Unique Process. Unmatched Potential.

Premium Product, Meeting Global Demand

Hawsons premium magnetite concentrate is largely immune to typical iron ore market fluctuations due to its exceptional purity and dependable consistency. It uniquely satisfies global demand for high-quality, low-impurity feedstock, enabling steelmakers to significantly reduce carbon emissions and align with strict sustainability targets.

Strategically Positioned at a Globally Significant Deposit

Located at the eastern tip of the internationally significant Braemar magnetite deposit near Broken Hill, our project is ideally positioned with direct access to established infrastructure, global logistics, and Broken Hill’s highly skilled mining workforce—ensuring streamlined, reliable operations.

Strategic location advantages:

  • Direct rail and port connections for efficient logistics
  • Reliable local power and essential medical services (including RFDS)
  • Skilled and experienced local workforce
  • Substantially lower operational and logistics costs compared to remote mining sites

Consistent High-Grade Magnetite Concentrate

Hawsons Iron’s innovative dry processing technology produces consistently high-grade magnetite concentrate (68.6% Fe). This reliable consistency eliminates costly blending, reduces operational disruptions, and significantly lowers environmental impacts compared to traditional methods.

Innovative, Sustainable Processing

  • Chemical-Free: Removes the need for chemical agents, significantly simplifying operations and reducing environmental risks.
  • No Tailings Dams: Completely eliminates mainstream "wet" tailings dams and complex water management, offering a safer and cleaner environmental footprint.
  • Water-Efficient: Dramatically reduces water usage compared to traditional methods.
  • Lower Energy Costs: Softer ore significantly reduces energy usage, equipment wear, and overall operational expenses.

A Critical Link in the Global Green Steel Supply Chain

Hawsons Iron is essential to the global transition to sustainable steel, providing steel manufacturers worldwide with high-grade magnetite concentrate critical to achieving their environmental and sustainability targets.

Massive Magnetite Resource – Decades of Potential

Our extensive 4.4-billion-tonne magnetite resource ensures secure, scalable supply to meet long-term global steel demand:
  • Positioned to sustainably meet growing international demand for green steel.
  • Provides potential for long-term, reliable operations with scalable production capacity.
  • Well located given current escalating geopolitical tensions; targeting to be part of a secure, ethically sourced supply chain

Lower Operational and Energy Costs

Leveraging New South Wales’ lower-cost power and energy-efficient processing technology, Hawsons Iron offers substantial operational savings compared to remote regions such as the Pilbara, delivering significant competitive advantages to steel manufacturers.

Industry-Leading ESG Credentials

Hawsons Iron sets a high benchmark in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices:
  • Commitment to innovative dry processing and emissions reduction.
  • Proactive water conservation, safer "dry" tailings dams, and minimal environmental impact.
  • Compliance and alignment with international ESG standards.
  • Transparent, responsible corporate governance.

Positive Community and Regional Impact

Hawsons Iron actively contributes to regional growth, creating meaningful employment opportunities, enhancing local infrastructure, and engaging closely with Indigenous communities. Our deep commitment ensures sustainable, inclusive development benefiting Broken Hill and surrounding areas.

Strong Regulatory and Government Support

Regular and open discussions with Government and local City Council stakeholders, ensures:
  • Increased credibility and investor confidence
  • Streamlined regulatory processes and strong governmental backing
  • Active governmental engagement supporting ongoing project development

Aligned with Global Steel Industry Commitments

As the global steel industry intensifies its commitment to carbon reduction, Hawsons Iron’s low-emission magnetite concentrate positions us as a crucial partner enabling steelmakers worldwide to meet their sustainability commitments.

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