Metals Finance Limited's primary aim is to gain significant positions in projects where it provides the technical and financial resources required for development. It is also prepared to fulfill a more classical financing role where it has subjected the project to detailed review, is responsible for implementation of the required treatment facility, and is able to obtain solid security and adequate return on investment.

The company's preferred position is to acquire a negotiated equity in projects through:

   1. Review of technical and financial feasibility
   2. Design of an appropriate flow sheet
   3. Funding and implementation of the treatment plant

The style of agreement varies, but can be structured in a number of ways, including:

• Joint venture
• Outright purchase
• Toll treatment
• Build-own-operate
• Conventional financing

The focus of the company's business is to generate strong cash flow streams rapidly - thereby generating high return on investment, while minimizing project and metals price risk. The implementation process is conducted strictly in accord with this focus.