
Sentinel Mineral Reserve Inc (Sentinel) is involved in the exploration and development of commercial resource properties internationally. Sentinel seeks out and aquire interests in resource-focused Junior Companies or properties through joint-venture agreements, direct investment and stock options agreements. We seek out high potential projects worldwide.
Our long term objective is to achieve growth from exporation success and cash flow self-sufficiency, coupled with strong returns on investment via production and development acquisitions.
We intend to build an asset base with a view to obtaining access capital at attractive rates and maintain an excelllent global technical team.
In parallel with its exploration activities Sentinel is seeking production and development opportunities worldwide.
We are targeting asset that provide the opportunity to generate value through productivity enhancement, further resources and associated exploration potential.
Mining EquipmentTechnology Services (METS) are companies that provide specialized products, technical solutions, and professional support to the global mining exploration, production and mineral processing industry.
Core Components of METS
Exploration & Mining Equipment: The physical hardware and assets used on site in all the stages of a mining project from the initial exploration phase to full production and processing of the ore.
Key METS Characteristics
Inovation-Driven: METS firms often lead the way in developing cutting-edge techologies and solutions, such as remote controlled robotics or analytic systems to reduce overall production costs and improve project safety.
Dynamic Sector: The METS sector includes a wide range of companies in a variety of sizes, from large manufacturers of traditional mining equipment, alongside thousands of smaller, highly specialized start-ups and consulting firms, to meet the specific needs of any exploration or mining project.
Strategic Importance: Nations with large mining sectors, such as Australia, Canada and the United States, identify METS as a critical element in maintaining their global competitiveness in the resource sector.
The Increasing Global Demand for Mineral Commodities
After a decade of constrates on the resource sector, economic realities, regional conflicts and political changes have seen an increase in demand for mineral commodities. Modernization to improve the production output of existing mining production as well as an huge demand for new sources of ore, whether traditional commodities such as gold or copper, or strategic minerals is pushing the demand for more mineral commodities.
Key Factors Driving Growth
Resource Supply Chain Re-Shoring: Geopolitical tensions and resource sovereignty are triggering a movement towards "re-shoring" of mineral supply chains. Governments are investing heavily in domestic mining, processing and stockpiling to secure supply, which has accelerated the exploration and extraction of minerals.
Infrastructure Prioritization: The urban expansion in developing nations and the need to upgrade and modernize often neglected infrastructure in Western countries has necessitated massive amounts of construction materials such as iron ore, copper, cement and rare earth elements used in communications and the power-grid.
Security and Defense Spending: National security concerns are driving government backed stockpiling and increased defense spending. Defense applications are a significant market for strategic minerals used radar systems, guidance electronics, advanced communication equipment and weapons systems.