Aeris Resources Ltd (ASX:AIS) has been unable to come to agreeable terms with Glencore PLC (LON:GLEN) regarding the acquisitions of that company’s CSA mine near Cobar in western NSW.
As a result, the acquisition which was mooted to be valued at up to $800 million, will not proceed.
In March, Aeris stated that the offer comprised $US525 million cash and US$50 million Aeris shares plus a royalty payable to Glencore.
Executive chairman comments
Aeris’ executive chairman Andre Labuschagne said: “Whilst it is disappointing that the acquisition of the CSA Mine couldn’t be completed, Aeris remains focused on its Tritton Copper Operations, the Torrens exploration project and exploring growth opportunities, both organic and through M&A.”
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