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The path to a cleaner, smarter, electrified world begins with mining.

We back projects and teams positioned to succeed in a world defined by scarcity, competition and the race to cleaner, more resilient economies.

Responsibly unlocking the materials essential for electrification, clean energy and energy security.

Lionhead is a long-term capital partner to high-quality developers of projects delivering metals and materials critical for the energy transition. We leverage decades of technical and operating experience and deep global networks to drive value creation from development through to production.
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Investment strategy

We invest in pre-production projects where our capital and technical expertise can unlock value.

Tier 1 Projects

We focus on high-quality pre-production assets in Tier 1 mining jurisdictions.

Active Ownership

We engage directly with management teams on strategy, capital formation, and project development to advance outcomes.

Catalyst Financing

We provide capital to finance definitive feasibility studies, permitting, early works, and development.

Positioned for Transition

Focus on future critical minerals essential to electrification, digital infrastructure, and industrial renewal.

Resources Team

Paul Quirk 
Co-Managing Partner
David Deetlefs
Co-Managing Partner
Christopher Sims
Partner – Chief Investment Officer
Edward LePine Williams
Partner – Business Development & Investor Relations
Barak Herman
Partner – Chief Operating Officer
Richard Crookes
Partner – Resources
Floyd Varley
Partner – Resources
Dr Murray Hitzman
Senior Advisor – Resources: Irish Minerals Fund