Response from Atome14 Feb 2025 10:51
I asked for comment on delays and falling share price. Nothing new. Seems positive.
We acknowledge your email and the points you raise.
We reiterate the update report given just over a week ago (5th Feb) where it was stated that significant progress is being made on multiple workstreams, including on project finance, and that investors can expect a further update this month.
This is still the case. In fact, if there had been any material adverse change to the business or to those key workstreams, we would be under obligation to update the market on this. Such announcement is certainly not anticipated.
The Company is of course aware and disappointed at the decline of the share price, especially given the material progress and de-risking made with regards to the project development, not to mention that directors are aware of their obligations to shareholders and themselves have significant interest in the Company and are heavily aligned with shareholders. With regards to the Company's market capitalisation, this has not been a concern to prospective lenders and equity participants into the project, particularly as Villeta will be financed at the asset level.
We understand that timelines have previously shifted since we started development. Nevertheless, the project began as a 60MW green ammonia facility which has since transformed into the development of what is projected to be the world's first dedicated green fertiliser facility with 145MW of power capacity as well as the further progression of our existing pipeline. Whether it's offtake, EPC contract or project finance, discussions for a major first of a kind project of this nature take time and require careful consideration.
Your comments on communication are noted. Please be aware that given the commercially sensitive nature of these workstreams, updates will be given at the appropriate time and as consulted by our advisors. We aim to ensure impact of this will be maximised. We do regularly update all followers on LinkedIn and X platforms.
Please rest assured that management is working on delivering the right results in the interests of all shareholders and we strongly believe 2025 will be a transformational year for ATOME.