New leadership in critical mineral strategy

Everest Metals Corporation (ASX:EMC) has announced the appointment of Jon Starink as Senior Technical Consultant. He will lead the rubidium processing and marketing strategy at the Mt Edon Critical Minerals Project in Western Australia. Starink brings over 40 years of experience in mining and exploration.

Strategic focus on critical minerals market

Everest Metals Corporation has appointed Jon Starink to lead the rubidium processing and marketing strategy at their Mt Edon Project. The project, situated in Western Australia, holds significant rubidium resources and aims to leverage the increasing global demand for this critical mineral. EMC's collaboration with Edith Cowan University is pivotal in developing rubidium extraction processes. As the demand for rubidium in high-tech applications rises, EMC is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on this market. The company plans to continue discussions with potential commercial customers and anticipates results from extraction testwork in November 2024, with a scoping study set for completion in March 2025.

Executive insights on strategic appointment

We are thrilled to have Jon Starink join our team. His extensive experience in mining and process design will be invaluable as we advance our rubidium strategy. Collaborating with Edith Cowan University, Jon will help us expedite the development of rubidium extraction and purification processes. This appointment strengthens our position in the critical minerals market.