My take on the timelines21 Feb 2023 18:57
On page 150 of the prospectus -
“As at the date of this Prospectus, the Group has an immediate working capital shortfall. Although the Company’s US operations are expected to cover its basic needs from positive operating cash inflow for the next FEW months (based on current commodity prices), the covenants imposed by the Senior Credit Facility Agreement prohibit COPL America from sharing its profit with the Company before the Senior Credit Facility is repaid. The Group will be required to obtain additional financing of approximately $15.7 million in order to have sufficient working capital for the period BEYOND the next 12 months from the date of this Prospectus. “
So why the need to raise the Administration process ?
I think it’s no coincidence that they say they MAY do this at the end of March, that is when the next test of the liquidity covenants can be reviewed by the senior credit lender and in Dec 22 COPL were given a “one off” waiver. Rather than worry about this process in my view shareholders should see it as the COPL board covering off the potential possibility that the senior lender could call a default on the loan.
You may also note that on page 151 of the prospectus
“The Company will seek to ensure that any future equity fundraising or financing is completed prior to 2024. “
Prior to 2024! Hardly the pressing timescales some are suggesting