London Market Round-Up: ZIN, COIN, SVML, TLT, ANA, ROQ, CROC, SALT, PLSR, MKA, ENSI, ECR

Zenith Energy (ZEN), the listed international energy production and development company, is pleased to announce that it has completed a private placement

ZENITH Energy (ZEN) has announced the completion of a private placement in Norway and a debt settlement, which has attracted the participation of existing investors as well as three Directors, Andrea Cattaneo, Luca Benedetto and Sergey Borovskiy, raising an aggregate total of approximately £2,888,000. The proceeds of the placement will be used for general working capital purposes and to provide additional funding for any requirements that may arise in respect of the Company’s publicly announced international legal arbitrations against the Republic of Tunisia.

Coinsilium (COIN) has provided an update on its cryptocurrency treasury strategy, which includes significant developments within its Gibraltar-based subsidiary. As part of its strategic evolution, Nifty Labs Limited, the Company’s wholly owned Gibraltar subsidiary, will undergo a name change to Forza (Gibraltar) Limited. This change reflects its new role as a specialised vehicle for managing Coinsilium’s cryptocurrency treasury activities, with further developments to follow. It also reflects the Company’s commitment to enhancing the management of its crypto treasury holdings and by leveraging the emerging trends and opportunities within the digital asset market, the Company aims to ensure its treasury strategy remains robust and forward-thinking.

Sovereign Metals (SVML) has advised that an updated investor presentation on the Optimised PFS is available to download from the Company’s website at https://sovereignmetals.com.au/presentations/.

The London Tunnels (TLT) has announced an update to the agreement it entered into with Exchange Tunnels Limited in 2023 to become the tenant of the Tunnels. The Company continues to raise equity financing to support the restoration and development of the Tunnels and has therefore appointed Oberon Capital to lead the equity raise, manage any roadshows, and engage with interested investors in the United Kingdom.

Ananda Pharma (ANA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Viridian Capital Advisors with immediate effect. Viridian Capital Advisors (https://www.viridianca.com/) is a leading New York and Aspen-based advisory boutique specialising in the cannabis and CBD industries, and has a strong track record in advising companies, raising capital, and facilitating strategic growth in the sector. ANA said it was delighted to partner with Viridian Capital Advisors. Their proven track record in the cannabis sector and extensive network within the U.S. investment community will be invaluable as we build our profile in the U.S. market. The U.S. market is the largest for cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals and offers a dynamic investment landscape well-suited to our goals.

Roquefort Therapeutics (ROQ) has announced the signing of a binding SPA for the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary Lyramid Pty Ltd to Pleiades Pharma Limited for a consideration amount of US$10.8 million. This announcement follows the signing of a term sheet with Pleiades, as announced on 2 January 2025. ROQ through the sale of Lyramid we gain a material share in an exciting clinical portfolio being developed by a highly experienced team. This Transaction validates our strategy to develop novel programs and realise value through licensing and trade sales. Roquefort Therapeutics acquired Lyramid in 2021 for £1 million and has progressed the asset to a value of US$10.8 million in just over three years.

GreenRoc Strategic Materials (GROC) has announced that it has completed a placing and subscription to raise a total of £735,000 (before costs). The Fundraise comprises a significant placing of £500,000 from institutional investors, £165,000 from existing shareholders, £50,000 from largest shareholder Alba Mineral Resources Plc and £17,500 from directors of the Company. GROC said this fundraise allows us to move on with both the Amitsoq mine and our plans for the graphite anode materials plant. In addition to some technical advancements, we will also engage with a LCA consultant to help us document the savings in CO2 emissions associated with locating our AAM plant in the Nordic region.

MicroSalt (SALT) has announced the closing of the oversubscribed fundraising of £2.3 million (c.US$2.9 million) through a subscription at the current market price of £0.70. SALT said the proceeds of the Subscription will be mainly used investing in inventory to satisfy expected B2B customer demand in 2025 from leading snack manufacturers, as well as general working capital purposes. The Company has received commitments for an additional 290 metric tonnes in bulk orders for 2025 and expects this to further increase as MicroSalt is rolled out over new product lines.

Pulsar Helium (PLSR) has announced the successful completion of drilling the Jetstream #2 appraisal well at its flagship Topaz Project in Minnesota, USA. The drilling operation reached Total Depth of 5,638 feet (1,718 metres