Our Approach

Oval’s approach is premised upon understanding its clients’ strategic objectives. This relationship motivated – rather than transaction-oriented – approach enables it to deploy its industry knowledge and expertise to provide independent, optimal and integrated strategic, funding and technical solutions with an emphasis on maximising stakeholder value.

Oval is, moreover, configured to work alongside senior management and other advisors in a collaborative manner.

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Oval’s skillset includes:

    • Understanding the dynamics between producers and consumers and the need for solutions which align the interests of both
    • Strong connectivity with project developers and funding/strategic partnership parties across the capital spectrum
    • Project evaluation, including geological, processing and financial modelling elements
    • Established deal history in all mining jurisdictions, including more challenging emerging markets
    • Structuring and execution of complex, multi-tranche funding solutions, incorporating hybrid solutions
    • Structuring and execution of offtake agreements, incorporating fixed and floating price terms
    • Equity raising and M&A origination and structuring, including mergers, minority investments, joint ventures, et al