Borealis Acquires Gold Bull Resources to Bolster Nevada Gold Production

Deal News | Dec 10, 2024 | Globenewswire

Borealis Acquires Gold Bull Resources to Bolster Nevada Gold Production

Borealis Mining and Gold Bull Resources have formalized an agreement for Borealis to acquire all Gold Bull shares through a plan of arrangement, aiming to enhance Borealis's future gold production in Nevada. This strategic acquisition promises to deliver Borealis a low-capital expenditure, high-marginal Nevada gold project and significant economic benefits, aligning with Borealis's goal to transition into a mid-tier gold producer. Gold Bull shareholders receive a premium of $0.60 per share in the transaction, which equates to a 0.93 Borealis share exchange per Gold Bull share. This collaboration anticipates near-term production advancements through Borealis's permitted infrastructure, particularly benefiting the Sandman project—a project with promising PEA results presenting low initial capex and high IRR and NPV projections. These synergies further aim at advancing the Sandman project to a feasibility study and production. The joint boards have endorsed the transaction, with Gold Bull's board urging shareholders’ approval, amidst traditional closing conditions and regulatory checks targeting a completion date in early 2025.

Sectors

  • Mining
  • Finance

Geography

  • United States – The mining operations, particularly the Sandman and Borealis projects, are situated in Nevada, USA.
  • Canada – Both Borealis Mining and Gold Bull Resources are based in Canada, as indicated by their presence on Canadian stock exchanges.

Industry

  • Mining – The acquisition involves companies in the exploration and mining of gold resources, particularly focusing on gold production potential in Nevada.
  • Finance – The transaction details include share exchanges and financial assessments that are characteristic of M&A activities in the corporate finance sector.

Financials

  • $0.60 per share – The acquisition price offered to Gold Bull shareholders per Gold Bull share.
  • 0.93 Borealis Shares for each Gold Bull share – The share exchange ratio for Gold Bull shareholders in the transaction.
  • US$31.5 million – Initial Capex for the Sandman project according to PEA.
  • US$121 million – Post-tax NPV at a 6% discount rate according to the 2023 Sandman PEA.
  • 81% – Post-tax IRR for the Sandman project based on the PEA.
  • US$22.9 million – Average annual post-tax free cash flows projected for the Sandman project.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Borealis Mining Company LimitedBidding Company / BuyerCompanyA Canadian gold mining company focused on expanding its production capabilities, particularly through the acquisition of Gold Bull Resources.
Gold Bull Resources Corp.Target CompanyCompanyA Canadian company engaged in gold exploration and development, notably owning the Sandman project in Nevada.
Irwin Lowy LLPLegal Advisor for BorealisCompanyLegal firm providing legal services to Borealis in this transaction.
RwE Growth Partners Inc.Financial Advisor for Gold BullCompanyProvided a fairness opinion related to the transaction for Gold Bull.
Cozen OConnor LLPLegal Advisor for Gold BullCompanyLegal firm representing Gold Bull Resources in the transaction.
Kelly MalcolmCEO of BorealisPersonChief Executive Officer of Borealis, involved in strategizing the acquisition.
Cherie LeedenCEO of Gold BullPersonChief Executive Officer of Gold Bull Resources, involved in the merger discussions.