28 Oct 2016 07:03
28 October 2016
BNN Technology plc
BNN Technology Announces Formal Process for Potential Nasdaq Stock Market Listing Has Begun
BNN Technology plc ("BNN" or the "Company"), a Chinese technology, content and services company, publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (AIM:BNN), announces that it has submitted an initial application to list its American Depositary Shares ("ADSs") on the Nasdaq stock market. Trading in the Company's shares on AIM is not affected in any way by this filing.
Darren Mercer, Chief Executive of BNN Technology, said:
"We are delighted to have begun the Nasdaq listing application process that initiates the formal process towards our potential future Nasdaq listing. Whilst we are in the hands of the Nasdaq listing team in terms of next steps, we are aiming to expedite the process as quickly as possible."
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For further information, please contact:
BNN Technology plc | +44 (0) 1565 872990 | |
Darren Mercer, Chief Executive Scott Kennedy, Chief Financial Officer Stephen Benzikie, Communications
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Brunswick Group (Public Relations) | +44 (0) 20 7404 5959 | |
Brian Buckley / Diana Vaughton | ||
Strand Hanson Limited (Nominated & Financial Adviser) | +44 (0) 20 7409 3494 | |
Andrew Emmott / Ritchie Balmer
Mirabaud Securities LLP (Broker) Peter Krens
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+44 (0) 20 7878 3362 | |
Note of Caution
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy ADSs or any other securities, nor shall there be any sale of ADSs in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
Shareholders and potential investors should note that the potential listing of our shares on Nasdaq may or may not proceed, and accordingly are advised to exercise caution when dealing in the securities of BNN Technology plc.
About the Group
BNN Technology plc is a Chinese technology, content and services company that builds long-term partnerships to deliver China's citizens with value-added services, content and evolving opportunities.
Listed on AIM since 2014 the Group principally engages in providing technology to partners to facilitate fulfilment of payments online and on mobile apps through partnerships or affiliate agreements with corporate and key government partners, and, developing digital content, both online and mobile. Through its partnership with Xinhuatong, BNN facilitates mobile payments and other key services on the Xinhua News mobile app in 12 provinces in China. The Chinese consumer shift to 'life on mobile' is only just beginning and BNN's platform technology enables urban and rural communities across China to access exclusive content and pay for more services online.
The Group employs nearly 300 professionals throughout China.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those projected or implied. Any forward-looking statement made by BNN Technology herein, or elsewhere, speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made. BNN Technology does not intend, and undertakes no duty, to update any forward-looking statements after the date hereof to reflect future events or circumstances.