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Quarterly Activities & Cash Report
and 4C for the quarter ended
30 September 2023
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
QUARTERLY ACTIVITIES AND CASH FLOW REPORT
QUARTER ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
Highlights:
FDA IND for Trivehexin (RAD 301) diagnostic Phase 1 pancreatic clinical trial
RAD 301 additional data on 33 patients presented at 2023 European Association of
Nuclear Medicine Annual Meeting
Approval received for Phase 1 therapeutic study of PDL1 nanobody in non‐small cell
lung cancer
Supply agreement with TerThera expanded
F18‐Pivalate brain glioma imaging study published in prestigious peer reviewed
journal
Sydney, Australia – 31 October 2023 – Radiopharm Theranostics (ASX:RAD, “Radiopharm” or the
“Company”), a developer of a world‐class platform of radiopharmaceutical products for both
diagnostic and therapeutic uses, is pleased to provide a summary of its activities for the quarter ended
30 September 2023.
Overall, we experienced a very productive third quarter. The Company is continuing its transformation
from preclinical to clinical stage with multiple assets. Two clinical trials have started screening patients
with pancreatic cancer and non‐small cell lung cancer, to assess their eligibility to start dosing.
Engagement with FDA is active on multiple fronts, to prepare the next two trials. Several progresses
have been made in production of high quality GMP material, that is at the core of our molecules. The
Company’s pipeline continues to be recognized as one of the most promising in the high potential
radiopharmaceutical sector.
Listed below are some of the quarter highlights:
FDA IND for Trivehexin diagnostic Phase 1 pancreatic clinical trial
Subsequent to the end of the period, Radiopharm was pleased to announce that the FDA (Food and
Drug Administration) accepted an amended the IND for the production and distribution of 68Ga‐
Trivehexin (RAD 301) in New York City, USA.
The New York State Board of Pharmacy also approved its distribution across the State. The upcoming
Phase I study will evaluate 68Ga‐Trivehexin (RAD 301) for the detection of lesions in patients with
Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC).
Trivehexin is a peptide‐based molecule that targets αvβ6‐integrin, a cellular marker for tumour
invasion and metastatic growth, the expression of which correlates with decreased survival in several
carcinomas. The αvβ6‐integrin receptor is found in high density on most pancreatic carcinoma cells,
making it an attractive diagnostic and therapeutic target.
The study will be conducted at the Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Eistein College of Medicine, NY,
with patient screening commencing October 2023.
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
Clinical data presentation for RAD 301 at 2023 European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)
Annual Meeting
Radiopharm was pleased to announce an oral presentation at EANM 2023 from Investigator‐Initiated
Research (IIR) conducted by the Fortis Memorial Research Institute, for clinical data of 68Ga‐
Trivehexin (RAD 301) for the imaging of Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and Head and
Neck Squamous Cell Carcinomas (H&N SCCs).
The current imaging standards of care for the detection of PDAC, F‐fluoro‐deoxy‐glucose
positron emission tomography (FDG PET), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), have significant
limitations. This pilot study demonstrated that 68Ga‐Trivehexin PET/CT has higher accuracy than F18‐
FDG PET/CT, in the detection of primary and metastatic lesions in PDAC and H&N SCCs.
The results were presented during an oral session at the 2023 annual EANM congress in Vienna,
Austria, highlighting the strong potential for 68Ga‐Trivehexin as a promising molecular imaging agent
for tumours expressing αvβ6 integrin. Furthermore, these findings serve to strengthen the current
data set for Radiopharm’s imaging technology for the detection of lesions in patients with PDAC.
Radiopharm has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with TRIMT GmbH for the development and
commercialisation of RAD 301 in the USA, Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Japan.
Approval for Phase 1 therapeutic study of PDL1‐nanobody in non‐small cell lung cancer
Radiopharm announced it was granted Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approval to
commence its First‐In‐Human Phase I study in Australia for the Company’s therapy for patients with
PDL1‐positive non‐small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
The dose escalation trial of RAD204, which targets PDL1‐positive NSCLC, is designed to evaluate the
safety and efficacy of this novel radiotherapeutic in eligible individuals with lung cancer. The study will
be conducted at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, Australia, with the support of leading
oncology care provider GenesisCare.
The technology underpinning the trial is Radiopharm’s proprietary nanobody from its NanoMab
platform, which targets the PDL1 expression in NSCLC, the most common type of lung cancer. This is
an area of high unmet need and there is potential for the treatment to be the “first in class”
radiopharmaceutical therapy targeting PDL1.
Supply agreement expanded with TerThera for Terbium‐161 isotope in prostate cancer
Following the initial supply agreement announced in June, Raidopharm announced an expanded
supply agreement with TerThera for the provision of the isotope Terbium‐161 (Tb‐161).
The Tb‐161 isotope will be linked to a proprietary monoclonal antibody (mAb) to form RAD 402, a
radiotherapeutic that is being developed by Radiopharm to target KLK3 expression. KLK3 is highly
expressed in prostate cancer cells but has limited expression in healthy tissue. Radiopharm will initiate
a Phase I dose escalating trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of RAD 402 in patients with advanced
prostate cancer, during the second half of 2024.
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
Terbium‐161 is a highly promising isotope for targeted cancer treatment due to its unique
characteristics of radiation emitted, which includes both Auger electrons and short‐range beta
particles. The beta radiation travels only a few millimeters and Auger electron emission has a higher
linear energy transfer that travels less than the width of a single cell. Tb‐161 has shown excellent
bioequivalence presenting a biodistribution comparable to currently used radiolanthanides and is
potentially superior to Lutetium‐177 (Lu‐177) due to Auger effect increasing potency and efficacy in
selectively destroying tumor cells while leaving surrounding healthy tissue largely unaffected.
The costs associated with the purchase of Tb‐161 are not material in relation to RAD’s annual
budgeted expenditure and will be met from existing funds. The initial order with TerThera is expected
to occur during Q4 2023. The effective date of the supply agreement is 28 August 2023 and there are
no material preconditions. The supply agreement is for an initial period of 3 years and may be
extended for additional two years, unless agreed otherwise by either party. Cancellation provisions
are at industry standard rates. Radiopharm will own all data generated and all inventions and
discoveries made or conceived from its clinical trials.
F18‐Pivalate brain glioma imaging study published in prestigious peer reviewed journal
During the quarter a report of the first study of F18‐Pivalate (RAD 101) PET in patients with Glioma
was published in the prestigious, peer reviewed European Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular
Imaging.
The original article titled “Feasibility of [18F]fluoropivalate hybrid PET/MRI for imaging lower and
higher grade glioma: a prospective first‐in‐patient pilot study” reports new RAD 101 data and suggests
potential for additional indications in Glioblastoma.
Data presented from ten adult glioma subjects showed significant tumor uptake in high grade gliomas,
with safety and tolerability in all patients dosed. The results support further investigation of RAD 101
pivalate for PET/MRI brain tumour imaging in a larger patient population.
RAD 101 is a proprietary radiopharmaceutical imaging agent composed of F18 radioisotope and
pivalate, a small molecule that targets fatty acid synthetase. Radiopharm is filing an Investigational
New Drug (IND) application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate a multi‐center
trial for imaging brain metastasis during the third quarter of 2023 and anticipates having the first
patienttdosedtbytthetendtoftthetyear.
Radiopharm holds an exclusive global license for the pivalate platform technology and also has a
collaboration in place with Imperial College of London to develop a therapeutic candidate leveraging
the same mechanism of action.
Financial Update
The Appendix 4C Quarterly Cash Flow report is set out below.
Closing cash at the end of the quarter was $1.8 million, decreasing from $11.7 million at the end of
the prior quarter.
Cash outflows were unusually high during the period with the net cash used in operating activities
during the quarter being $9.9 million. Direct Research & Development expenditure and Staff costs
accounting for 95% of the operating expenditure in line with expectations.
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
Included in the Research & Development payments during the quarter were a number of significant
expenses totalling ~$3 million, which will not be repeated going forward, including one off and upfront
project payments for:
•
•
•
•
Pivalate Phase 2b trial tech transfer and site selection
PDL‐1 nanobody Phase 1 trial in Australia
HER 2 nanobody Phase 1 trial in USA
GMP CMC production of 3 different mAbs
In accordance with Listing Rule 4.7C disclosure, payments made to related parties and their associates
included in items 6.1 of the Appendix 4C includes sign on payment, payments for directors’ fees and
remuneration in the normal course of business at commercial rates, excluding reimbursements of‐
out‐of‐pocket expenses.
The Board has focussed on prudent management of cash and as a result of careful cost cutting
strategy, total expenditure will be reduced by ~30% over the remaining nine months of this financial
year.
The company has focused expenditure on projects that will deliver company milestones. To preserve
available resources operating overheads have been reduced and discretionary expenditure deferred
in line with priorities. Going forward the Company is expecting reduced cash burn compared to the
two previous quarters (that include several one‐off payments). SG&A costs will continue to remain
low, as the team is not planning personnel expansion over the remaining nine months of this financial
year.
In support of this cost containment strategy, the Chairman and CEO have taken significant deferment
of their remuneration and the Board of Directors have also deferred their fees until further notice.
One senior executive role has been made redundant since the end of the quarter and we have closed
office space and reduced consultants.
As announced today, on 31 October 2023, the Company is undertaking a Rights Issue to raise $10.0
million and coupled with the expected R&D rebate of over $4 million, this places us in a position to
execute on our key programs being:
•
•
•
•
Phase 1 Trivahexin (Integrin) for pancreatic cancer;
Phase 2b Pivalate for brain metastasis,
Phase 1 PDL‐1 nanobody for non small cell lung cancer
Commence HER2 nanobody Phase 1 in bBreast/ gGastric cancer.
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
Pursuant to Listing Rule 4.7C.2, the Company confirms that for the period since listing on the ASX, it
has incurred expenditure largely in line with the Use of Proceeds.
$4,035,282
$12,760,417
Funds
expended
between
admission and
30 September
2023
$3,643,845
$13,249,949
$391,437
($489,532)
10%
(4%)
$2,835,962
$4,886,535
($2,050,573)
(72%)
$9,543,591
$11,142,670
($1,599,079)
(17%)
$3,951,266
$5,127,567
($1,176,301)
(30%)
$6,172,980
$0
$6,172,980
100%
$10,700,502
$11,949,434
($1,248 ,932)
(12%)
$50,000,000
$50,000,000
$0
0%
Funds allocated
under
Prospectus
Use of Funds under
Prospectus
Offer Costs ‐ IPO1
License fees1
Admin/corporate and general
working2
Employment2
Sponsored research
agreements2
Milestones3
Phase 1 clinical trials and
manufacturing2
Total
Variance
1 Costs remain largely In line with expected use of funds.
2 Increased expenditure relating to hiring additional employees and engaging in additional corporate and research
activities.
3 Costs incurred are lower compared to funds allocated under the prospectus as a result to the reprioritization of the
company’s programs.
Expenditure in the above table relates only to the $50 million raised during the Initial Public Offering
and does not include the expenditure of the funds raised during the Convertible Note raise or the
November 2022 entitlement offer.
The Company has now applied all the funds raised in the Initial Public Offering largely in line with the
Use of Proceeds set out in its Prospectus.
About Radiopharm Theranostics
Radiopharm Theranostics is a clinical stage radiotherapeutics company developing a world‐class
platform of innovative radiopharmaceutical products for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in
areas of high unmet medical need. Radiopharm has been listed on ASX (RAD) since November 2021.
The company has a pipeline of six distinct and highly differentiated platform technologies spanning
peptides, small molecules and monoclonal antibodies for use in cancer, in pre‐clinical and clinical
stages of development from some of the world’s leading universities and institutes. The pipeline has
been built based on the potential to be first to market or best in class. The clinical program includes
one Phase II and three Phase I trials in a variety of solid tumour cancers including breast, kidney and
brain. Learn more at RadiopharmTheranostics.com.
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
31 OCTOBER 2023
Authorised on behalf of the Radiopharm Theranostics board of directors by Executive Chairman Paul
Hopper.
For more information:
Riccardo Canevari
CEO & Managing Director
P: +1 862 309 0293
E: rc@radiopharmtheranostics.com
Paul Hopper
Executive Chairman
P: +61 406 671 515
E: paulhopper@lifescienceportfolio.com
Timothy McCarthy
Investor Relations
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
P: +1 917 679 9282
E: tim@lifesciadvisors.com
Matt Wright
NWR Communications
P: +61 451 896 420
E: matt@nwrcommunications.com.au
Follow Radiopharm Theranostics:
Website – https://radiopharmtheranostics.com/
Twitter – https://twitter.com/TeamRadiopharm
Linked In – https://www.linkedin.com/company/radiopharm‐theranostics/
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
Suite 1, Level 3, 62 Lygon Street, Carlton South VIC 3053 Australia
ABN: 57 647 877 889
Appendix 4C
Quarterly cash flow report for entities
subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
Name of entity
Radiopharm Theranostics Limited
ABN
Quarter ended (“current quarter”)
57 647 877 889
30 September 2023
Consolidated statement of cash flows
Current quarter
$A’000
1.
Cash flows from operating activities
1.1
Receipts from customers
1.2
Payments for
(a) research and development
(b) product manufacturing and operating
costs
(c) advertising and marketing
(d) leased assets
(e) staff costs
(f)
administration and corporate costs
Year to date
(3 months)
$A’000
-
-
(6,381)
(6,381)
-
-
(90)
(90)
-
-
(2,880)
(2,880)
(657)
(657)
-
-
34
34
1.3
Dividends received (see note 3)
1.4
Interest received
1.5
Interest and other costs of finance paid
-
-
1.6
Income taxes paid
-
-
1.7
Government grants and tax incentives
-
-
1.8
Other – GST refunded
106
106
1.9
Net cash from / (used in) operating
activities
(9,868)
(9,868)
Consolidated statement of cash flows
2.
Cash flows from investing activities
2.1
Payments to acquire or for:
2.2
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(3 months)
$A’000
(a) entities
-
-
(b) businesses
-
-
(c) property, plant and equipment
-
-
(d) investments
-
-
(e) intellectual property
-
-
(f)
-
-
(a) entities
-
-
(b) businesses
-
-
(c) property, plant and equipment
-
-
(d) investments
-
-
(e) intellectual property
-
-
(f)
-
-
other non-current assets
Proceeds from disposal of:
other non-current assets
2.3
Cash flows from loans to other entities
-
-
2.4
Dividends received (see note 3)
-
-
2.5
Other (provide details if material)
-
-
2.6
Net cash from / (used in) investing
activities
-
-
3.
Cash flows from financing activities
3.1
Proceeds from issues of equity securities
(excluding convertible debt securities)
-
-
3.2
Proceeds from issue of convertible debt
securities
-
-
3.3
Proceeds from exercise of options
-
-
3.4
Transaction costs related to issues of
equity securities or convertible debt
securities
-
-
3.5
Proceeds from borrowings
-
-
3.6
Repayment of borrowings
-
-
3.7
Transaction costs related to loans and
borrowings
-
-
3.8
Dividends paid
-
-
3.9
Other
-
-
3.10
Net cash from / (used in) financing
activities
-
-
Consolidated statement of cash flows
4.
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents for the period
4.1
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of
period
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(3 months)
$A’000
11,699
11,699
(9,868)
(9,868)
4.2
Net cash from / (used in) operating
activities (item 1.9 above)
4.3
Net cash from / (used in) investing activities
(item 2.6 above)
-
-
4.4
Net cash from / (used in) financing activities
(item 3.10 above)
-
-
4.5
Effect of movement in exchange rates on
cash held
3
3
4.6
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
period
1,834
1,834
5.
Reconciliation of cash and cash
equivalents
Current quarter
$A’000
Previous quarter
$A’000
at the end of the quarter (as shown in the
consolidated statement of cash flows) to the
related items in the accounts
5.1
Bank balances
1,834
11,699
5.2
Call deposits
5.3
Bank overdrafts
-
-
5.4
Other (provide details)
-
-
5.5
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
quarter (should equal item 4.6 above)
1,834
11,699
6.
Payments to related parties of the entity and their
associates
6.1
Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their
associates included in item 1
648
6.2
Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their
associates included in item 2
-
-
Current quarter
$A'000
Note: if any amounts are shown in items 6.1 or 6.2, your quarterly activity report must include a description of, and an
explanation for, such payments.
In accordance with Listing Rule 4.7C, payments made to related parties and their associates included
in items 6.1 of the Appendix 4C includes compensation and director fee related payments in the
normal course of business at commercial rates, excluding reimbursements of out-of-pocket expenses.
7.
Financing facilities
Note: the term “facility’ includes all forms of financing
arrangements available to the entity.
Add notes as necessary for an understanding of the
sources of finance available to the entity.
Total facility
amount at quarter
end
$A’000
Amount drawn at
quarter end
$A’000
7.1
Loan facilities
-
-
7.2
Credit standby arrangements
-
-
7.3
Other (please specify)
-
-
7.4
Total financing facilities
-
-
7.5
Unused financing facilities available at quarter end
7.6
Include in the box below a description of each facility above, including the lender, interest
rate, maturity date and whether it is secured or unsecured. If any additional financing
facilities have been entered into or are proposed to be entered into after quarter end,
include a note providing details of those facilities as well.
-
N/A
8.
Estimated cash available for future operating activities
$A’000
8.1
Net cash from / (used in) operating activities (item 1.9)
(9,868)
8.2
Cash and cash equivalents at quarter end (item 4.6)
1,834
8.3
Unused finance facilities available at quarter end (item 7.5)
8.4
Total available funding (item 8.2 + item 8.3)
1,834
8.5
Estimated quarters of funding available (item 8.4 divided by
item 8.1)
0.19
-
Note: if the entity has reported positive net operating cash flows in item 1.9, answer item 8.5 as “N/A”. Otherwise, a
figure for the estimated quarters of funding available must be included in item 8.5.
8.6
If item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, please provide answers to the following questions:
8.6.1
Does the entity expect that it will continue to have the current level of net operating
cash flows for the time being and, if not, why not?
Answer:
Cash outflows were unusually high during the period with the net cash used in operating
activities during the quarter being $9.9 million. Direct Research & Development
expenditure and Staff costs accounting for 95% of the operating expenditure in line
with expectations.
Included in the Research & Development payments during the quarter were a number of
significant expenses totalling ~$3 million, which will not be repeated going forward
including one off and upfront project payments for:
•
Pivalate Phase 2b trial tech transfer and site selection
•
PDL-1 nanobody Phase 1 trial in Australia
•
HER 2 nanobody Phase 1 trial in USA
•
GMP CMC production of 3 different mAbs
The Board has focussed on prudent management of cash and as a result of careful cost
cutting strategy, total expenditure will be reduced by ~30% over the remaining nine months
of this financial year.
The company has focused expenditure on projects that will deliver company milestones. To
preserve available resources Operating overheads have been reduced and
discretionary expenditure deferred in line with priorities. Going forward the
Company is expecting reduced cash burn compared to the two previous quarters
(that include several one-off payments). SG&A costs will continue to remain low, as
the team is not planning personnel expansion over the remaining nine months of
this financial year.
8.6.2
Has the entity taken any steps, or does it propose to take any steps, to raise further
cash to fund its operations and, if so, what are those steps and how likely does it
believe that they will be successful?
Answer:
As announced on 31 October 2023, the Company is undertaking a Rights Issue to raise $10
million and coupled with the expected R&D rebate of over $4 million, this places us in a
position to execute on our key programs being:
•
Phase 1 Trivahexin (Integrin) for pancreatic cancer;
•
Phase 2b Pivalate for brain metastasis,
•
Phase 1 PDL-1 nanobody for non small cell lung cancer
•
Commence HER2 nanobody Phase 1 in Breast/ Gastric cancer.
The Directors believe that the Company can raise sufficient capital based on the success of
previous capital raises and the continued development of the Company’s projects.
In addition, the Company has and will continue to employ cash management
strategies such as delaying discretionary operating activities.
8.6.3
Does the entity expect to be able to continue its operations and to meet its business
objectives and, if so, on what basis?
Answer: Yes, the Board expects to be able to continue its operations and to meet its
business objectives based on the responses detailed in 8.6.1 and 8.6.2.
Note: where item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, all of questions 8.6.1, 8.6.2 and 8.6.3 above must be answered.
Compliance statement
1
This statement has been prepared in accordance with accounting standards and policies
which comply with Listing Rule 19.11A.
2
This statement gives a true and fair view of the matters disclosed.
Date:
31 October 2023
Authorised by: The Board
(Name of body or officer authorising release – see note 4)
Notes
1.
This quarterly cash flow report and the accompanying activity report provide a basis for informing the market about the
entity’s activities for the past quarter, how they have been financed and the effect this has had on its cash position. An
entity that wishes to disclose additional information over and above the minimum required under the Listing Rules is
encouraged to do so.
2.
If this quarterly cash flow report has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the definitions
in, and provisions of, AASB 107: Statement of Cash Flows apply to this report. If this quarterly cash flow report has
been prepared in accordance with other accounting standards agreed by ASX pursuant to Listing Rule 19.11A, the
corresponding equivalent standard applies to this report.
3.
Dividends received may be classified either as cash flows from operating activities or cash flows from investing
activities, depending on the accounting policy of the entity.
4.
If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors, you can insert here: “By the
board”. If it has been authorised for release to the market by a committee of your board of directors, you can insert
here: “By the [name of board committee – eg Audit and Risk Committee]”. If it has been authorised for release to the
market by a disclosure committee, you can insert here: “By the Disclosure Committee”.
5.
If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors and you wish to hold yourself out
as complying with recommendation 4.2 of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s Corporate Governance Principles
and Recommendations, the board should have received a declaration from its CEO and CFO that, in their opinion, the
financial records of the entity have been properly maintained, that this report complies with the appropriate accounting
standards and gives a true and fair view of the cash flows of the entity, and that their opinion has been formed on the
basis of a sound system of risk management and internal control which is operating effectively.
Quarterly Activities & Cash Report
and 4C for the quarter ended
30 September 2023
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