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Interview with Jon Bey, CEO, Standard Uranium

Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/standard-uranium-tsxvstnd-jv-funded-exploration-drilling-9336

Recording date: 11th May 2026

Standard Uranium is emerging as a notable player in the revitalized uranium sector, positioning itself for a potentially transformative discovery at its flagship Davidson River project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. CEO Jon Bey highlights growing global investor interest—particularly across Europe and Asia—driven by increasing recognition of nuclear energy as a reliable, 24/7 clean power source essential for decarbonization.

Founded in 2017, the company operates in a region surrounded by billion-dollar uranium producers, yet maintains a relatively modest market capitalization of about $15 million CAD. This contrast creates significant upside potential if exploration succeeds. To sustain operations while minimizing financial risk, Standard adopted a “prospect generator” model, forming joint ventures on non-core assets. These partnerships fund exploration while Standard retains a 25% stake and ongoing exposure to discoveries, ensuring steady cash flow and operational continuity.

The Davidson River project had long been constrained by technical challenges, particularly 150 meters of glacial overburden that obscured traditional gravity survey data. This barrier was recently overcome using advanced passive seismic technology developed by Fleet Space, which enables accurate subsurface mapping. Combined with historical data and machine learning analysis, the company has identified high-priority drill targets at depths of 200 to 500 meters.

A fully funded 6,000-meter drill program—potentially expanding to 12,000 meters—is set to begin in early June. The use of scintillometer technology allows geologists to obtain near-instant radiation readings from drill core, enabling rapid identification of uranium mineralization and timely market updates.

Standard Uranium’s strategy is not to develop mines but to advance discoveries to feasibility and ultimately sell to larger producers. With strong investor interest, improving technology, and favorable market conditions, the company is entering a critical phase that could significantly redefine its valuation and role within the uranium sector.

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