02/06/2026
Cygnus Metals is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive Scheme Implementation Deed with Central Asia Metals PLC (AIM: CAML), under which CAML has agreed to acquire 100% of the fully paid ordinary shares in Cygnus, with each Cygnus Shareholder being entitled to receive 0.6 new CAML shares for each Cygnus share held at the prescribed record date.
The terms of the scheme value each Cygnus share at A$0.176 per Cygnus share based on the closing price of £1.56 per CAML share and values the fully diluted share capital of Cygnus at A$232 million. Immediately following the scheme, it is expected that Cygnus Shareholders will own approximately 30% of CAML’s enlarged fully diluted issued share capital.
The transaction will create immediate value realisation for Cygnus shareholders, at a 60% premium to Cygnus’ last closing price on 1 June 2026 of A$0.11 per Cygnus Share, and 49% premium to Cygnus’ 20-day VWAP to 1 June 2026 of A$0.12 per Cygnus share.
Commenting on the scheme, David Southam, Cygnus’ Executive Chairman, said:
“This transaction is a true win-win outcome for both sets of shareholders. Cygnus shareholders can maintain their exposure their exposure to the Chibougamau Project while reaping the benefits of a highly respected base metals operating company that produces free cash flow and pays dividends.
“These strengths are expected to mitigate for existing shareholders certain future financial burdens associated with project development. CAML has all the necessary experience in underground mining, processing, dry stack tailings and concentrate production to deliver the Chibougamau Project.
“Importantly, CAML has strong social licence in its current operations and we expect them to be an excellent partner for our local communities and other stakeholders”.
Read the full announcement here: https://wcsecure.weblink.com.au/clients/cygnusgmetals/headline.aspx?headlineid=61327978