Black Iron Announces Upsizing of LIFE Offering

• Black Iron Inc. announced an upsizing of its previously announced "LIFE Offering" on April 15, 2026.
• Gross proceeds increased from US$1.7 million to US$1.9 million (C$2,626,750) due to strong investor demand.
• Total units offered increased to 26,267,500 at C$0.10 per unit, including one common share and one warrant per unit.
• Warrants have a C$0.20 exercise price and expire in 36 months following the closing date.
• Proceeds are designated for ongoing project expenditures, specifically permit renewals for the Shymanivske Project, administrative costs, and working capital.
• Historical context from April 6, 2026 shows this was a follow-up to an initial private placement announcement with identical terms but lower proceeds.
• January 23, 2026 news indicates major shareholder RAB Capital reduced its stake from ~12.94% to ~10.78%, selling shares at C$0.1373 average price.
• November 25, 2025 update confirmed permit renewal for Shymanivske was secured after completing mandatory 1% mining requirement and studies.

• The upsizing indicates positive investor sentiment regarding the company's capital raise, suggesting demand exists at the C$0.10 price point.
• However, the total capital raised (US$1.9M) is relatively small for a development-stage miner targeting commercial production in early 2026.
• The financing is dilutive; approximately 26 million new units are being issued, increasing share count significantly relative to the ~306 million shares outstanding derived from RAB's holding.
• Proceeds are earmarked for permit renewals and working capital rather than major expansion or production ramp-up, indicating the company remains in a funding-dependent phase.
• The price of C$0.10 is lower than the average disposal price by RAB Capital (C$0.1373) in January 2026, suggesting potential downward pressure on share value prior to this offering.
• While positive for liquidity, it does not materially alter the fundamental risk profile regarding the Ukraine conflict or the timeline for commercial production.

• Black Iron Inc. is an iron ore development company focused on the Shymanivske Project in Ukraine and potential projects in Canada (Julienne Lake).
• Flagship Project: Shymanivske Iron Ore Project.
• Status: Permit renewal secured after completing mandatory 1% mining requirement and environmental/social studies.
• Commercial Mining Target: Early 2026.
• Processing: Negotiations ongoing with neighboring mines for concentrate capacity; trial processing demonstrated marketable iron ore concentrate production.
• Canadian Project: Julienne Lake project shortlisted in Newfoundland & Labrador Government bid, adjacent to Rio Tinto/Mitsubishi infrastructure.