Chaarat, the AIM–quoted exploration and development company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands, announced that it has reassessed its borrowing needs and is reducing its current convertible debt placement from US$100 million to US$50 million. The reduction significantly reduces dilution for existing shareholders. It has been prompted by positive developments surrounding company’s proposed acquisition of polymetallic asset and accelerated project funding arrangements.
Also, the BVI company has completed the first phase of its fundraising, receiving commitments for approximately US$17.6m from new and existing customers. The company is now targeting commitments for up to US$50 million, and plans to raise the remaining US$32.4 million as soon as possible. The second phase of the fundraise, as announced on 28 August 2018, is ongoing and is expected to close by the end of September/early October 2018. Following positive feedback from potential investors, Chaarat will amend the terms of the up to US$100 million Convertible Notes. Upon closing of phase two of the fundraise, Chaarat will apply for a listing of the 2021 Notes, anticipated to be on the Frankfurt Open Market.