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Another article by Proactive Investors was dedicated to Hambledon Mining (LON:HMB), whose shares mounted something of a fight back this morning as it revealed rising gold production for the first quarter at the Sekisovskoye mine. This year’s production was helped by the efforts to ‘winterise’ operations in 2011. Chief executive Tim Daffern described the start of 2012 as a ‘quarter of mixed fortunes’. Today’s update shows a fairly strong operational performance, and the recent US$3 million investment from the European Bank of Reconstruction and Development was also a welcome boost. However, as reported last week, during this time Hambledon has encountered a few issues – relating to environmental fines, stalled acquisitions and some operational matter. Consequently the stock lost about a third of its value last week. After shooting up around 8.5 per cent in early deals the eased back a little and this afternoon shares were changing hands at 1.85p, up 4 per cent. Fairfax analyst John Meyer reckons there’s value in the shares at these levels, should the current operational performance continues. “There is a lot of bad news discounted in the Hambldeon share price given the flow of negative news,” he said in a note to clients. “Management have said that they are meeting their budgets to reach targets for this year of 26,000 oz which includes production from mining 100,000 tonnes from underground production for the full year from 14,504 tonnes achieved so far – should they achieve these there is value in the shares.”

Hambledon Mining Plc (LON:HMB) announced its operational and corporate report for the three months from 1 January to 31 March 2012. Year-on-year gold production in Q1 increased 9.4% to 4870 ounces. Year-on-year mined tonnes in Q1 increased by 18% to 146 080 tonnes at 1.33 g/t Au. The Company believes that extraction from the underground will attain a full year target of 100,000 tonnes in 2012. Recoveries were 78.1% for the quarter.

http://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/columns/fox-davies-capital/9072/hambledon-mining-ferrexpo-providence-resources-beowulf-mining-plus-others-feature-in-fox-davies-newsflash-9072.html

http://www.iii.co.uk/articles/33445/fridays-aim-news-commodities

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business/market_data/shares/3/90736/intraday.stm Here it shows 6p!

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-04-16/battery-prices-for-electric-vehicles-fall-14-bnef-says.html

http://www.proactiveinvestors.com.au/companies/news/27237/ceramic-fuel-cells-applauds-german-capital-subsidy-for-micro-combined-heat-and-power-units-27237.html

Ceramic Fuel Cells applauds German capital subsidy for micro combined heat and power units Tuesday, April 03, 2012 by Bevis Yeo Ceramic Fuel Cells (ASX: CFU) has welcomed the German Government’s introduction of a capital subsidy for micro combined heat and power (micro-CHP) units, which includes its BlueGen products. Eligible micro-CHP that generate up to 20 kilowatts of electricity and meet demanding performance requirements, including a total efficiency of at least 85% will receive a subsidy of €1800 (A$2300). The subsidy could help drive adoption of micro-CHP units. Meanwhile, the company’s German sales partner sanevo blue energy has received its first order for a BlueGen unit in Austria, as well as a follow-on order for 2 units in Switzerland. The units are part of first order for 100 BlueGen units. BlueGen promises electrical efficiency of up to 60% - the highest in the world. This efficiency increases to 85% when heat from the unit is used to produce hot water.

Ceramic Fuel Cells (CFU) 91c STILL on the theme of benefiting the planet, here's an update on the fortunes of the maker of nifty household devices that convert gas to electricity at a more efficient ratio than a traditional power station. Locally, Ceramic has sold just over 60 of its BlueGen units linked with smart-energy and social housing programs. But the truth is solar gets the government handouts and BlueGen doesn't, which renders the dishwasher-sized units far too expensive in comparison. But it's a different story in gloomy old Europe, where there's an order book for more than 500 units. "An order book of 1000 by the middle of the year is not an unreasonable expectation," says Ceramic chief Brendan Dow. "That's the order book, but sales are more challenging because you need the arms and legs to install them." Germany is an intriguing case study renewables-wise: the nation embraces solar and offers generous incentives. The trouble is, solar power benefits the grid during the day (a non-peak household time) and does little for base load. In a new strategy, Berlin has decreed that 25 per cent of power must come from combined heat and power units (such as BlueGen) and is proposing to bump up feed-in tariffs to achieve this. Germany's state governments have separate incentives. Ceramic shares haven't exactly lit up the bourse and Dow doesn't expect the company to be cash-flow positive until next year. Still, the BlueGens are on the market and they'll become cheaper as more of them are sold. Speculative buy maintained.

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http://www.fuelcelltoday.com/news-events/news-archive/2012/february/proposed-increase-in-uk-feed-in-tariff-to-benefit-fuel-cell-micro-chp

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Now could be the right time to buy into fuel cell companies. A new generation of fuel cell-based mCHP (micro Combined Heating and Power) systems are promising to revolutionise the way we power and heat our homes. Several of the companies leading the way are listed in London, have blue-chip backing and currently look very cheap. What's more, in February, the government announced that the feed-in tariff for electricity generated by qualifying mCHP systems would be increased by 19% from 10.5p/kWh to 12.5p/kWh. The timing could be perfect for residential mCHP product launches. The efficiency of a conve…

Sarantel on path to healthy profits, says broker Fri 10:32 am by Philip Whiterow Antenna technology specialist Sarantel (LON:SLG) will move close to profitability in 2013 as orders build from the military, according to broker Xcap. The broker has also upgraded its forecast for 2012 from an underlying loss of £1.2 million to a £1 million deficit after the latest full year figures. Xcap said the numbers were bang in line with its forecast, with the broker also raising its sales forecast by £0.3m to £3.5 million. Its estimate for the year to September 2013 is for sales to rise to £5.3 million with Sarantel breaking even at the EPS level. “These figures take no account of potential game-changing orders for consumer electronics appliances,” added Xcap. “The earliest volume consumer application is likely to be a combined GPS/wifi unit for 35mm cameras. An initial order for, say 1m units, would add £0.9m to sales and £0.3m to profits.” Sarantel’s antennas are also accurate to within a metre, making it highly attractive on the battlefield. Xcap says that in the past military orders have been lumpy and prone to unexpected slippage, but as the company wins more design-ins its revenues are becoming easier to predict. On 7 February it announced a largest-yet order from a military radio supplier. The recent £2m loan facility at only 3% over libor also meaning Sarantel can fund itself to profitability, removing the threat of a further placing. The broker added that Sarantel has reduced the size and cost of its antennas but a volume price of $1.40 per unit still gives a 30% gross margin. “Even without the consumer breakthrough, the company is on a clear path to healthy profits. We suspect our numbers will turn out to be very cautious. Meantime we remain comfortable with the 1.7p price target,” Xcap said.

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Well done good news!! It is getting better!! http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-03-07/obama-to-propose-tax-credits-grants-for-alternative-fuel-vehicles.html

http://enviasystems.com/pdf/Press_Release_400WHK.pdf

It looks wery positive!!Thanks for that!

AIM listed electrical vehicle specialist Tanfield (TAN) has raised £12 million at 41p, via its newly appointed broker WH Ireland. Tanfield is a leading supplier of zero emission, aerial work platforms and has witnessed a recovery in its markets thanks to increasing demand for replacements. It has struggled to supply orders due to working capital constraints, indeed in the six months to June the outstanding order book was up 170 per cent to £20.9 million. It has struggled against supply chain bottlenecks so the fundraising will provide the opportunity to place larger orders with its suppliers, as well as the ability to make strategic investments in key supply channels. By shortening lead times it will help Tanfield benefit from increasing customer order books. Tanfield reckons it will break-even at an operating profit level on sales of £90 million. In the first half of 2011 it achieved sales of £24.6 million (up 25 per cent) and is on course to match this in the second half. Investors in Tanfield have endured a roller coaster ride over the last few years, but the placing is welcome news and provides much needed strength to its balance sheet.