RE: Buyers beware11 Aug 2019 11:06
Cadell,
I believe we will have at least one bid from the so called "more than 10 companies."
The issue as I have mentioned on previous occasions, is whether or not the offer is decent enough in JP's eyes to put to we investors. The only evidence we have had up until now is that in the past, according to Crudehope, he turned down an offer from Shell for 50p per share. I'm not sure how accurate that is, but there hasn't been another offer since that conversation over a pint with Crude. Since that cosy chat and despite the recent dusters, IMHO we have built-up more company value via our seismic, failed drills (they still have a value!!) AG, partnership deals etc.
I suspect the next piece of news will be to announce that a Heads of Agreement document has been signed-off by SOU and ONEE who are the outfit who will be purchasing our gas from the Te-5 Horst. With that document in hand, our value suddenly increases because if you were looking to buy SOU, you'd love to have that piece of paper tucked under your arm. Basically it's like receiving a blank cheque. Plus, the ten year tax break and you're practically laughing all the way to the bank. Remember, Moroccan gas is worth more than gas in the majority of places elsewhere on planet Earth. The strategic and geopolitical location of our assets is also very compelling and important. Access to both the African and European gas markets is a win-win for all those involved and especially when the pipeline is constructed.
As a certain somebody once said, "what's not to like?"
JTF