Highlands Pacific Limited (HIG) is an ASX-listed mineral exploration company with interests in two projects (Ramu and Frieda River projects) that have recognised JORC resources and exploration licences at a third site (Star Mountains). After a delay due to legal proceedings, development of the Ramu project is now complete and is ramping up towards full production, expected mid-2013.

Adept Solutions Limited (AAO) is an ASX-listed company. The company recently changed the strategic direction of the company from mineral exploration operations to financial services through the acquisition of Emerchants Limited (EML). The company will likely seek to acquire additional companies once the EML business has been successfully integrated.

FeOre Limited (FEO) is an ASX-listed mineral exploration company with two iron ore assets in Mongolia. The flagship asset, the Ereeny project, has secured approval for development from the Mongolian mining authorities. Mine development has since commenced with the aim of producing in late 2013 and first shipment by 2014. The company’s secondary asset is the Dartsagt deposit, which is currently in the early stages of exploration. FEO owns 80% of both these assets.

Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (LNG) is an ASX-listed mid-scale LNG plant developer and technology provider. The company’s primary project is the Fisherman’s Landing LNG Project, located in the Port of Gladstone in QLD. The company is in the process of securing a gas supply for the project to be able to progress to a Final Investment Decision (FID) and recommence construction.

Pluton Resources Limited (PLV) is an ASX-listed mineral exploration company seeking to make the transition to producer status. The company’s current focus is in iron ore in Western Australia; however has precious and base metal tenements in Tasmania. PLV’s primary asset is Irvine Island (100% owned by PLV).