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21 July 2026
WRITTEN BY Oriel Morrison-Higgins

Big money backs VRX’s silica plans

💰 VRX Silica (ASX:VRX) has secured $4.5 million from two institutional investors as it prepares to break ground at Arrowsmith North.

CEO Tony Swiericzuk explains why US mining financier Nebari invested $3.5 million, alongside a further $1 million from long-term shareholder Sparta, and how the funds will help advance the Western Australian silica sand project.

🔑 Key topics discussed:
💵 Institutional backing: Nebari and Sparta invest a combined $4.5 million
🚧 Early works: Access roads, construction pads, dams, and water bores planned
📍 Strategic land: The proposed purchase of a neighbouring farm
🏗️ Project development: Preparing Arrowsmith North for construction
🏦 Financing: Progressing project finance and engineering work later this year

About the guest and company:
Tony Swiericzuk is CEO of VRX Silica, an Australian development company advancing a portfolio of high-quality silica sand projects in Western Australia. Its flagship Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project is designed to supply foundry and glassmaking markets across Asia.

🎥 See how institutional backing could help VRX turn its silica plans into site activity.

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Written By Oriel Morrison-Higgins
With more than 20 years in broadcasting across television and radio, Oriel brings deep media expertise to sustainability, future industries and executive leadership. Her work focuses on translating complex issues into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

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