OTC Markets Group Welcomes Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. to OTCQX

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OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) has announced that Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. (PNRLF) has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market, upgrading from the Pink® market. This upgrade signifies an important step for PNRL to provide transparent trading for U.S. investors. To qualify, PNRL met high financial standards, adhered to best practices in corporate governance, and complied with securities laws. PNRL specializes in developing nickel-copper-cobalt resources, an essential component in the shift towards a low-carbon economy. The company's flagship asset, the Selebi Mine, is undergoing a work plan that includes diamond drilling.

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• Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. upgraded to OTCQX from Pink market.
• The move enhances transparency for U.S. investors.
• PNRL specializes in nickel-copper-cobalt resources, key for a low-carbon future.
• The company holds significant assets, including the Selebi Mine.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: PNRL; OTCQX: PNRLF), a Canadian company dedicated to the exploration and development of high-quality nickel-copper + cobalt resources, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. upgraded to OTCQX from the Pink® market.

Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “PNRLF” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

Upgrading to the OTCQX Market is an important step for companies seeking to provide transparent trading for their U.S. investors. For companies listed on a qualified international exchange, streamlined market standards enable them to utilize their home market reporting to make their information available in the U.S. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

B. Riley Securities acted as the company’s OTCQX sponsor.

About Premium Nickel Resources Ltd.

PNRL is a Canadian company dedicated to the exploration and development of high-quality nickel copper + cobalt resources. PNRL believes that the medium to long-term demand for these metals will continue to grow through global urbanization and the increasing replacement of internal combustion engines with electric motors. Importantly, these metals are key to a low-carbon future.

PNRL focuses its efforts on discovering world class nickel sulphide assets in jurisdictions with rule of-law that comply with PNRL's values and principles which surpasses the highest industry standards. PNRL is committed to governance through transparent accountability and open communication within our team and our stakeholders.

PNRL maintains a skilled team that has worked on over 100 projects collectively, accumulating over 400 years of resource discoveries, mine development and mine re-engineering experience on projects like Selebi and Selkirk. PNRL's team members have on average more than 20 years of experience in every single aspect of mine discovery and development, from geology to operations.

On January 31, 2022, PNRL closed the acquisition of PNRL's flagship asset, the Selebi Mine. The Selebi Mine includes two shafts (Selebi and Selebi North shafts) and related infrastructure (rail, power and water). Shaft sinking and plant construction started in 1970. Mining concluded in October 2016 when the operations were placed on care and maintenance due to a failure in the separate and offsite processing facility. The Selebi Mine was subsequently placed under liquidation in 2017. The proposed work plan for the Selebi Mine includes diamond drilling which is expected to be ongoing for up to 18 months. During that time, additional metallurgical samples will be collected and sent for more detailed studies. The underground infrastructure at Selebi North will be upgraded to support an underground drilling program as well as improved health & safety.

In addition, PNRL is evaluating direct and indirect nickel asset acquisition opportunities globally, and also: (i) holds 100% interest in the Selkirk Mine which was acquired in August 2022 as well as four adjacent Prospecting Licenses in Botswana, (ii) holds a 100% interest in the Maniitsoq property in Greenland, which is a camp-scale permitted exploration project comprising 3,048 square kilometres covering numerous high-grade nickel-copper + cobalt-sulphide occurrences associated with norite and other mafic-ultramafic intrusions of the Greenland Norite Belt; (iii) holds a 100% interest in the Post Creek/Halcyon property in Sudbury, Ontario which is strategically located adjacent to the past producing Podolsky copper-nickel-precious metal sulphide deposit of KGHM International Ltd.; (iv) holds a 100% ownership of property in the Quetico region near Thunder Bay, Ontario; and (v) is expanding its area of exploration interests into Morocco.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.
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FAQ

What does the upgrade to OTCQX mean for Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. (PNRLF)?

The upgrade allows PNRL to provide transparent trading for U.S. investors and meet higher financial and governance standards.

When did Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. start trading on OTCQX?

Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. began trading on OTCQX on January 20, 2023.

What are the benefits of trading on OTCQX for PNRLF?

Trading on OTCQX enhances visibility, credibility, and access to U.S. investors.

How does PNRL's focus on nickel-copper-cobalt align with market trends?

Demand for these metals is expected to grow due to urbanization and the shift to electric vehicles.

What is the status of the Selebi Mine owned by PNRL?

The Selebi Mine is currently undergoing a work plan that includes diamond drilling for exploration.