I was reading dutchie's post from a few weeks ago.  He posted a conversation he had with Peter via email and  something caught my eye in Peter's reply.

"Seccond, the prospects of succesful commercialization of the patended Magpie Process for the seperation og high grade TiO2 from iron ores are improving greatly in connection with a number of potential domestic users, and newes releases will be forthcoming if, as and when arrangements are confirmed. The Magpie Mines Inc. controlled by Fancamp will remain an essential unit of the company with the potential to produce dividends."

Can anyone confirm if this has been patented?

Thanks.