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VOLT RESOURCES LIMITED — Capital/Financing Update 2021
Sep 9, 2021
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VOLT RESOURCES LIMITED ACN 106 353 253
PROSPECTUS
For the offer of up to 3,000 Shares at an issue price of $0.035 per Share to raise up to $105 (before expenses).
This Prospectus has been prepared primarily for the purpose of section 708A(11) of the Corporations Act to remove any trading restrictions on the sale of Shares issued by the Company prior to the Closing Date.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This document is important and should be read in its entirety. If after reading this Prospectus you have any questions about the Shares being offered under this Prospectus or any other matter, then you should consult your stockbroker, accountant or other professional adviser.
The Shares offered under this Prospectus should be considered speculative.
T AB LE O F C O N TE NT S
| 1. | CORPORATE DIRECTORY ....................................................................................................... 1 |
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| 2. | TIMETABLE AND IMPORTANT NOTES ...................................................................................... 2 |
| 3. | DETAILS OF THE OFFER ........................................................................................................... 4 |
| 4. | PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE OFFER .................................................................................... 6 |
| 5. | RIGHTS AND LIABILITIES ATTACHING TO SHARES ................................................................. 8 |
| 6. | RISK FACTORS ...................................................................................................................... 10 |
| 7. | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 21 |
| 8. | DIRECTORS’ AUTHORISATION .............................................................................................. 29 |
| 9. | DEFINITIONS ......................................................................................................................... 30 |
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1. CORPORATE DIRECTORY
Directors
Registered Office
Trevor Matthews Level 25, Managing Director 108 St Georges Terrace, PERTH WA 6000 Asimwe Kabunga Non-Executive Chairman T: +61 8 9486 7788 Giacomo (Jack) Fazio ASX Code Non-Executive Director VRC Company Secretary Lawyers*
Susan Park
Corrs Chambers Westgarth Share Registry Lawyers 6/123A St Georges Terrace, Link Market Services Limited Perth WA 6000 QV1 Building Level 12, 250 St Georges Terrace Auditors** Perth WA 6000 HLB Man Judd (WA Partnership) T: 1300 554 474 (within Australia) Level 4, +61 1300 554 474 (outside Australia) 130 Stirling Street www.linkmarketservices.com.au PERTH WA 6000
T: 1300 554 474 (within Australia) +61 1300 554 474 (outside Australia) www.linkmarketservices.com.au
- These entities have not been involved in the preparation of this Prospectus and have not consented to being named in this Prospectus. Their names are included for information purposes only.
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2. TIMETABLE AND IMPORTANT NOTES
2.1 Timetable
| Action | Date |
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| Lodgement of Prospectus with the ASIC and ASX | 10 September 2021 |
| Opening Date | 10 September 2021 |
| Closing Date* | 5:00pm WST on 15 September 2021 |
| Expected date of Official Quotation of the Shares | 18 September 2021 |
- The Directors reserve the right to bring forward or extend the Closing Date at any time after the Opening Date without notice. As such, the date the Shares are expected to commence trading on ASX may vary with any change in the Closing Date.
2.2 Important Notes
This Prospectus is dated 10 September 2021 and was lodged with the ASIC on that date. The ASIC, ASX and their respective officers take no responsibility for the contents of this Prospectus or the merits of the investment to which this Prospectus relates.
No Shares may be issued on the basis of this Prospectus later than 13 months after the date of this Prospectus. The Offer is only available to those who are personally invited to accept the Offer. Applications for Shares offered pursuant to this Prospectus can only be submitted on an original Application Form which accompanies this Prospectus.
This Prospectus is a transaction specific prospectus for an offer of continuously quoted securities (as defined in the Corporations Act) and has been prepared in accordance with section 713 of the Corporations Act. It does not contain the same level of disclosure as an initial public offering prospectus. In making representations in this Prospectus regard has been had to the fact that the Company is a disclosing entity for the purposes of the Corporations Act and certain matters may reasonably be expected to be known to investors and professional advisers whom potential investors may consult.
2.3 Web Site – Electronic Prospectus
A copy of this Prospectus can be downloaded from the website of the Company at www.voltresources.com. If you are accessing the electronic version of this Prospectus for the purpose of making an investment in the Company, you must be an Australian resident and must only access this Prospectus from within Australia.
The Corporations Act prohibits any person passing onto another person an Application Form unless it is attached to a hard copy of this Prospectus, or it accompanies the complete and unaltered version of this Prospectus. Any person may obtain a hard copy of this Prospectus free of charge by contacting the Company.
The Company reserves the right not to accept an Application Form from a person if it has reason to believe that when that person was given access to the electronic Application Form, it was not provided together with the electronic
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Prospectus and any relevant supplementary or replacement prospectus or any of those documents were incomplete or altered.
2.4
Website
No document or information included on our website is incorporated by reference into this Prospectus.
2.5 Risk Factors
Potential investors should be aware that subscribing for Shares in the Company involves a number of risks. The key risk factors of which investors should be aware are set out in Section 6. These risks together with other general risks applicable to all investments in listed securities not specifically referred to, may affect the value of the Shares in the future. Accordingly, an investment in the Company should be considered highly speculative. Investors should consider consulting their professional advisers before deciding whether to apply for Shares pursuant to this Prospectus.
2.6
Overseas Investors
The distribution of this Prospectus in jurisdictions outside Australia may be restricted by law and therefore persons into whose possession this document comes should seek advice on and observe any such restrictions. Any failure to comply with these restrictions constitutes a violation of those laws. This Prospectus does not constitute an offer of Shares in any jurisdiction where, or to any person to whom, it would be unlawful to issue in this Prospectus.
2.7 Forward-looking statements
This Prospectus contains forward-looking statements which are identified by words such as ‘may’, ‘could’, ‘believes’, ‘estimates’, ‘targets’, ‘expects’, or ‘intends’ and other similar words that involve risks and uncertainties.
These statements are based on an assessment of present economic and operating conditions, and on a number of assumptions regarding future events and actions that, as at the date of this Prospectus, are expected to take place.
Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are beyond the control of our Company, the Directors and our management.
We cannot and do not give any assurance that the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this prospectus will actually occur and investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
We have no intention to update or revise forward-looking statements, or to publish prospective financial information in the future, regardless of whether new information, future events or any other factors affect the information contained in this prospectus, except where required by law.
These forward-looking statements are subject to various risk factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or anticipated in these statements. These risk factors are set out in Section 6.
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2.8 Disclaimer
No person is authorised to give any information or to make any representation in connection with the Offer described in this Prospectus which is not contained in this Prospectus. Any information not so contained may not be relied upon as having been authorised by the Company or any other person in connection with the Offer. You should rely only on information in this Prospectus.
3. DETAILS OF THE OFFER
3.1 Offer
Under this Prospectus, the Company invites investors identified by the Directors to apply for up to 3,000 Shares at an issue price of $0.035 per Share to raise up to $105 (before expenses).
The Offer will only be extended to specific parties on invitation from the Directors. Application Forms will only be provided by the Company to these parties.
All of the Shares offered under this Prospectus will rank equally with Shares on issue at the date of this Prospectus.
3.2 Objective
The Company is seeking to raise only a nominal amount of $105 under this Prospectus and, accordingly, the purpose of this Prospectus is not to raise capital.
The primary purpose of this Prospectus is to remove any trading restrictions that may have attached to Shares issued by the Company prior to the Closing Date.
Relevantly, section 708A(11) of the Corporations Act provides that a sale offer does not need disclosure to investors if:
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(a) the relevant securities are in a class of securities that are quoted securities of the body; and
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(b) either:
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(i) a prospectus is lodged with the ASIC on or after the day on which the relevant securities were issued but before the day on which the sale offer is made; or
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(ii) a prospectus is lodged with ASIC before the day on which the relevant securities are issued and offers of securities that have been made under the prospectus are still open for acceptance on the day on which the relevant securities were issued; and
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(c) the prospectus is for an offer of securities issued by the body that are in the same class of securities as the relevant securities.
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3.3 Application for Shares
Applications for Shares must be made by investors at the direction of the Company and must be made using the Application Form accompanying this Prospectus.
Payment for the Shares must be made in full at the issue price of $0.035 per Share.
Completed Application Forms and accompanying cheques must be mailed or delivered to the Company as follows:
| Delivery by hand | Delivery by post |
|---|---|
| Link Market Services Limited QV1 Building Level 12, 250 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 |
Link Market Services Limited Locked Bag A14 Sydney South NSW 1235 |
Cheques should be made payable to “ VOLT RESOURCES LIMITED – Share Offer Account ” and crossed “ Not Negotiable ”. Completed Application Forms and cheques must reach the address set out above by no later than the Closing Date.
3.4 Minimum subscription
There is no minimum subscription.
3.5 Issue of Shares
Issue of Shares under the Offer will take place as soon as practicable after the Closing Date. Application moneys will be held in a separate subscription account until the Shares are issued. This account will be established and kept by the Company in trust for each Applicant. Any interest earned on the application moneys will be for the benefit of the Company and will be retained by the Company irrespective of whether any Shares are issued and each Applicant waives the right to claim any interest.
The Directors will determine the recipients of all the Shares. The Directors reserve the right to reject any application or to allocate any Applicant fewer Shares than the number applied for.
Where the number of Shares issued is less than the number applied for, the surplus moneys will be returned by cheque as soon as practicable after the Closing Date. Where no issue of Shares is made, the amount tendered on application will be returned in full by cheque as soon as practicable after the Closing Date. Interest will not be paid on moneys refunded.
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3.6 ASX listing
Application for Official Quotation of the Shares offered pursuant to this Prospectus will be made within 7 days of the date of this Prospectus. If ASX does not grant Official Quotation of the Shares offered pursuant to this Prospectus before the expiration of 3 months after the date of issue of the Prospectus, (or such period as varied by the ASIC), the Company will not issue any Shares and will repay all application monies for the Shares within the time prescribed under the Corporations Act, without interest.
The fact that ASX may grant Official Quotation to the Shares is not to be taken in any way as an indication of the merits of the Company or the Shares now offered for subscription.
3.7 Restrictions on the distribution of the Prospectus
The distribution of this Prospectus outside the Commonwealth of Australia may be restricted by law.
This Offer does not, and is not intended to, constitute an offer in any place or jurisdiction in which, or to any person to whom, it would not be lawful to make such an offer or to issue this Prospectus.
Residents of countries outside Australia should consult their professional advisers as to whether any government or other consents are required, or whether any formalities need to be observed should they wish to make an application to take up Shares on the basis of this Prospectus. The return of a duly completed Application Form will be taken to constitute a representation and warranty that there has been no breach of such laws and that all approvals and consents have been obtained.
3.8
Enquiries
Any questions concerning the Offer should be directed to the Company share registry on 1300 554 474 (within Australia) or +611300 554 474 (outside Australia) or the Company Secretary on +61 8 9486 7788.
4. PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE OFFER
4.1 Purpose of the Offer
The primary purpose of this Prospectus is to remove any trading restrictions that may have attached to Shares issued by the Company prior to the Closing Date (including prior to the date of this Prospectus). All of the funds raised from the Offer will be applied towards the expenses of the Offer. Refer to Section 7.8 for further details relating to the estimated expenses of the Offer.
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4.2 Effect of the Offer on capital structure
The effect of the Offer on the Company’s capital structure is set out below.
| Shares1 | Number |
|---|---|
| Shares currently on issue | 2,647,777,155 |
| Shares offered under this Prospectus | 3,000 |
| Total Shares on issue on completion of the Offer2 | 2,647,780,155 |
Notes:
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The rights and liabilities attaching to the Shares are summarised in Section 5.
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This assumes the Offer is fully subscribed and no Options are exercised.
| Options | Number |
|---|---|
| Unlisted Options exercisable at $0.01 each on or before 15 May2022 |
55,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options exercisable at $0.022 each on or before 23 October 2023 |
69,450,002 |
| Unlisted Options exercisable at $0.05 each on or before 26 July2024 |
30,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options exercisable at $0.0385 each on or before 9 September 2024 |
4,259,740 |
| Unlisted Options exercisable at $0.05 each on or before 9 September 2024 |
5,000,000 |
| Options offered under this Prospectus | Nil |
| Total Options on issue on completion of the Offer | 133,709,742 |
| Performance Rights | Number |
|---|---|
| Performance Rights on issue as at the date of this Prospectus1 | 10,000,000 |
| Performance Rights issued under the Offer | Nil |
| Total Performance Rights on issue on completion of the Offer | 10,000,000 |
Note:
- 1.10,000,000 Performance Rights vest on achieving a 20 business day VWAP equal to or exceeding 15 cents per share for the Company within 3 years of grant date (22 October 2021).
| Convertible Notes | Number |
| Convertible Notes1 | 4,400,000 |
| Convertible Notes issued under the Offer | Nil |
| Total Convertible Notes on issue on completion of the Offer | 4,400,000 |
Note:
- 4,400,000 Convertible Notes valued at $1.00 USD, giving a face value of $4,400,000 USD in total. Convertible to a maximum of 300,000,000 fully paid shares.
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4.3 Financial effect of the Offer
After expenses of the Offer of approximately $4,000, there will be no proceeds from the Offer. The expenses of the Offer (exceeding $105) will be met from the Company’s existing cash reserves. As such, the Offer will have an effect on the Company’s financial position, being receipt of funds of $105 less costs of preparing the Prospectus of approximately $4,000.
5. RIGHTS AND LIABILITIES ATTACHING TO SHARES
The following is a summary of the more significant rights and liabilities attaching to Shares being offered pursuant to this Prospectus. This summary is not exhaustive and does not constitute a definitive statement of the rights and liabilities of Shareholders. To obtain such a statement, persons should seek independent legal advice.
Full details of the rights and liabilities attaching to Shares are set out in the Constitution, a copy of which is available for inspection at the Company’s registered office during normal business hours.
5.1
General meetings
Shareholders are entitled to be present in person, or by proxy, attorney or representative to attend and vote at general meetings of the Company.
Shareholders may requisition meetings in accordance with section 249D of the Corporations Act and the Constitution of the Company.
5.2 Voting rights
Subject to any rights or restrictions for the time being attached to any class or classes of shares, at general meetings of shareholders or classes of shareholders:
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(a) each Shareholder entitled to vote may vote in person or by proxy, attorney or representative;
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(b) on a show of hands, every person present who is a Shareholder or a proxy, attorney or representative of a Shareholder has one vote; and
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(c) on a poll, every person present who is a Shareholder or a proxy, attorney or representative of a Shareholder shall, in respect of each fully paid Share held by him, or in respect of which he is appointed a proxy, attorney or representative, have one vote for each Share held, but in respect of partly paid shares shall have such number of votes as bears the same proportion to the total of such Shares registered in the Shareholder’s name as the amount paid (not credited) bears to the total amounts paid and payable (excluding amounts credited).
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5.3 Dividend rights
Subject to the rights of any preference Shareholders and to the rights of the holders of any shares created or raised under any special arrangement as to dividend, the Directors may from time to time declare a dividend to be paid to the Shareholders entitled to the dividend which shall be payable on all Shares according to the proportion that the amount paid (not credited) is of the total amounts paid and payable (excluding amounts credited) in respect of such Shares.
The Directors may from time to time pay to the Shareholders any interim dividends as they may determine. No dividend shall carry interest as against the Company. The Directors may set aside out of the profits of the Company any amounts that they may determine as reserves, to be applied at the discretion of the Directors, for any purpose for which the profits of the Company may be properly applied.
Subject to the ASX Listing Rules and the Corporations Act, the Company may, by resolution of the Directors, implement a dividend reinvestment plan on such terms and conditions as the Directors think fit and which provides for any dividend which the Directors may declare from time to time payable on Shares which are participating Shares in the dividend reinvestment plan, less any amount which the Company shall either pursuant to the Constitution or any law be entitled or obliged to retain, be applied by the Company to the payment of the subscription price of Shares.
5.4
Winding-up
If the Company is wound up, the liquidator may, with the authority of a special resolution, divide among the Shareholders in kind the whole or any part of the property of the Company, and may for that purpose set such value as he considers fair upon any property to be so divided, and may determine how the division is to be carried out as between the Shareholders or different classes of Shareholders.
The liquidator may, with the authority of a special resolution, vest the whole or any part of any such property in trustees upon such trusts for the benefit of the contributories as the liquidator thinks fit, but so that no Shareholder is compelled to accept any shares or other securities in respect of which there is any liability.
5.5 Shareholder liability
As the Shares issued will be fully paid shares, they will not be subject to any calls for money by the Directors and will therefore not become liable for forfeiture.
5.6 Transfer of shares
Generally, shares in the Company are freely transferable, subject to formal requirements, the registration of the transfer not resulting in a contravention of or failure to observe the provisions of a law of Australia and the transfer not being in breach of the Corporations Act and the ASX Listing Rules.
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5.7 Future increase in capital
The issue of any new Shares is under the control of the Directors of the Company. Subject to restrictions on the issue or grant of Securities contained in the ASX Listing Rules, the Constitution and the Corporations Act (and without affecting any special right previously conferred on the holder of an existing share or class of shares), the Directors may issue Shares as they shall, in their absolute discretion, determine.
5.8
Variation of rights
Under section 246B of the Corporations Act, the Company may, with the sanction of a special resolution passed at a meeting of Shareholders vary or abrogate the rights attaching to shares.
If at any time the share capital is divided into different classes of shares, the rights attached to any class (unless otherwise provided by the terms of issue of the shares of that class), whether or not the Company is being wound up, may be varied or abrogated with the consent in writing of the holders of three quarters of the issued shares of that class, or if authorised by a special resolution passed at a separate meeting of the holders of the shares of that class.
5.9 Alteration of constitution
In accordance with the Corporations Act, the Constitution can only be amended by a special resolution passed by at least three quarters of Shareholders present and voting at the general meeting. In addition, at least 28 days written notice specifying the intention to propose the resolution as a special resolution must be given.
6. RISK FACTORS
6.1 Introduction
The Shares offered under this Prospectus are considered highly speculative. An investment in the Company is not risk free and the Directors strongly recommend potential investors to consider the risk factors described below, together with information contained elsewhere in this Prospectus and to consult their professional advisers before deciding whether to apply for Shares pursuant to this Prospectus.
There are specific risks which relate directly to the Company’s business. In addition, there are other general risks, many of which are largely beyond the control of the Company and the Directors. The risks identified in this Section, or other risk factors, may have a material impact on the financial performance of the Company and the market price of the Shares.
The following is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the risk factors to which the Company is exposed.
As the risks described in this section may impact upon the Company’s future performance, the Company and its Directors have taken steps to safeguard the Company from, and to mitigate the Company's exposure, to these risks.
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Risk related to the Graphite Market, Gold Prices and the Volt Group’s Activities
General Economic and Political Risks
Changes in the general economic and political climate in the jurisdictions in which the Volt Group and its assets are located, or on a global basis that could impact on economic growth, the graphite and/or gold price, interest rates, the rate of inflation, taxation and tariff laws, domestic security which may affect the value and viability of any mining activity that may be conducted by the Volt Group.
Title Risk
All licenses are subject to compliance with certain requirements, including but not limited to meeting the minimum exploration work commitments, lodgement of reports, payment of royalties and compliance with environmental conditions and environmental legislation. Consequently, the Volt Group could lose title to or its interest in any of the licenses to any of its assets if these requirements are not met.
Risks of Foreign Operations
The Volt Group operates in areas that may be considered politically unstable and is subject to the laws of foreign jurisdictions. The Volt Group’s graphite operations and related assets are located in Tanzania and its gold exploration projects are located in Guinea. Both countries rank in the lowest quartile of both the Human Development Index (World Bank) and the Ease of Doing Business Index (World Bank) and may be considered to be politically and/or economically unstable. Risks exist in terms of the relevant governmental approval for the various activities which mining licenses require and the timetable associated with obtaining such approvals.
Volt is subject to extensive laws and regulations governing prices, taxes, royalties, production, transport, pollution control, export of graphite and many other aspects of its business in its country of operations. There can be no assurance that the actions of present or future national governments will not materially and adversely affect the business, financial condition or results of operations of the Volt Group.
Through its operations in foreign jurisdictions, the Volt Group may become subject to economic and political risks, such as:
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the renegotiation, cancellation or forced modification of existing contracts
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and product sharing agreements;
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expropriation or nationalization of property;
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changes in laws or policies or increasing legal and regulatory requirements,
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including those relating to tax, royalties, imports, exports, duties, currency or other claims by government entities (including retroactive claims or changes in administration of laws, policies and practices);
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uncertain political and economic environments, war, terrorism, sabotage
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and civil disturbances;
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delays or inability to obtain or maintain necessary government permits or to
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operate in accordance with such permits or regulatory requirements; and
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currency fluctuations.
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Exploration, development or production activities in Tanzania, Guinea and Ukraine may require protracted negotiations with host governments and third parties and there is no guarantee that results of these negotiations will be favourable.
In addition, if a dispute arises with regards to Volt’s graphite operations, Volt will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Tanzania. Tanzania’s legal system, developing since independence in 1961, is relatively emergent compared to for instance the 800 year old UK legal system, therefore Volt may have difficulty in obtaining effective legal redress in the national courts. Similarly in Guinea, The judicial system is based on French civil law, customary law, and decree; legal codes are under revision, and Guinea has not accepted compulsory ICJ jurisdiction. In 1958 and 1965, the government introduced some customary law, but retained French law as the basic framework for the court system.
In Ukraine the law and legal system are subject to deep and complex changes. Since independence Ukraine has made progress in the creation of new legislation. On its way to incorporate international legal standards in its domestic legislation and make it consistent with international norms Ukraine adopted in 1996 a new constitution and market-oriented laws. The development of Ukrainian legal system has been significantly influenced by the declared European integration of the country. Ukraine is currently in the process of adapting its legislation to European norms and standards with a goal to acquire full membership to the European Union.
These risks may limit or disrupt Volt operations, restrict the movement of funds, or result in the deprivation of contract rights or the taking of property by nationalization or expropriation without fair compensation and may materially adversely affect Volt’s financial position and results of operations. Volt operates in regions that may be subject to a higher degree of political, social and economic risks than more developed regions.
The occurrence of these several factors and uncertainties cannot be accurately predicted and could have an adverse effect on the operations or profitability of the Company. The Company has made its investment and strategic decisions based on the information currently available to its directors, however, should there be any material change in the political, economic, legal and social environments in Tanzania or Guinea, the directors may re-assess investment decisions and commitments to assets in the country.
Regulatory
Changes in relevant taxes, legal and administration regimes, accounting practice and government policies may adversely affect the financial performance of the Company.
The Tanzanian government exercises significant influence over Tanzania's mining industry
In Tanzania, the state retains ownership of the minerals and consequently retains control of the exploration and production of mineral resources. Accordingly, these operations may be materially affected by the government through royalty payments, export taxes and regulations, surcharges, value added taxes, production bonuses and other charges.
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The Company has operated in Tanzania for a number of years and management believes the Company has reasonably good relations with the current Tanzanian government. However, there can be no assurance that present or future administrations or governmental regulations in Tanzania will not materially adversely affect the operations or future cash flows of the Company.
Risks Associated with Changes in Legislation
Changes to mineral exploration or investment policies and legislation or a shift in political attitude within the jurisdiction in which the Volt operates may adversely affect the Volt’s proposed operations and profitability. Government action or policy change in relation to access to lands and infrastructure, compliance with environmental regulations, export restrictions, taxation, royalties and subsidies may adversely affect Volt’s operations and financial performance. Volt is governed by a series of national laws and regulations. Breaches or noncompliance with these laws and regulations can result in penalties and other liabilities. These may have a material adverse impact on the financial position, financial performance, cash flows, growth prospects and share price of the Company.
These laws and regulations may be amended from time to time, which may also have a material adverse impact on the financial position, financial performance, cash flows, growth prospects and share price for the Company. The legal and political conditions in Tanzania or Guinea and any changes thereto are outside the control of Volt.
The introduction of new legislation or amendments to existing legislation by the national government, developments in existing common law, or the interpretation of the legal requirements which govern Volt’s operations or contractual obligations, could adversely affect the assets, operations and, ultimately, the financial performance of the Company and the value of its securities. In addition, there is a commercial risk that legal action may be taken against or by Volt in relation to commercial matters.
The evolution and interpretation of Tanzanian and Guinea legislation is uncertain and may impose restrictions on Volt
Volt´s business is subject to various levels of government controls and regulations which are revised from time to time. The Company is unable to predict what legislation may be proposed that might affect its business or when any such proposals, if enacted, might become effective. Such changes could require increased capital and operating expenditures and could prevent or delay certain operations by Volt. To the extent Volt is unable to comply with any such legislation, whether in the future or past, the Company may be unable to continue to successfully operate.
The ‘Natural Wealth Resources’ Regulations
The introduction of new legislation such as the introduction in Tanzania of the Natural Wealth and Resources (Permanent Sovereignty) Act, 2017 and the Natural Wealth and Resources (Review and Renegotiation of Unconscionable Terms), 2017 which govern the Company’s Tanzanian operations or contractual obligations, may adversely affect the assets, operations and, ultimately the financial performance of the Company and the value of its securities.
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Risks Related to the Issuer
General Operational Risks
Developing mineral resources inherently involves a high degree of risk. The business of Volt is subject to all of the operating risks normally associated with the exploration for, and the production, storage, transportation and marketing of graphite and/or gold. These risks include explosions, fire, migration of harmful substances and waste production spills, any of which could cause personal injury, result in damage to, or destruction of, production facilities and other property, equipment and the environment, as well as interrupt operations. In addition, Volt will be subject to the risks normally incident to the construction of graphite and/or gold mines and the operation and development of graphite and/or gold properties, including encountering unexpected mining conditions, premature declines of resources, equipment failures and other accidents, adverse weather conditions, pollution and other environmental risks.
New Projects and Acquisitions
The Company has to date and will continue to actively pursue and assess other new business opportunities. These new business opportunities may take the form of direct project acquisitions, joint ventures, farm-ins, acquisition of tenements/permits, or direct equity participation.
The acquisition of projects or other assets (whether completed or not) may require the payment of monies (as a deposit and/or exclusivity fee) after only limited due diligence and prior to the completion of comprehensive due diligence. There can be no guarantee that any proposed acquisition will be completed or successful. If the proposed acquisition is not completed, monies already advanced may not be recoverable, which may have a material adverse effect on the Company.
If an acquisition is completed, the Directors will need to reassess, at that time, the funding allocated to current projects and new projects or assets, which may result in the Company reallocating funds from other 14 projects and/or the raising of additional capital (if available). Furthermore, notwithstanding that an acquisition may proceed upon the completion of due diligence, the usual risks associated with the new project/business activities will remain.
Furthermore, if a new investment or acquisition by the Company is completed, ASX may require the Company to seek Shareholder approval and to meet the admission requirements under Chapters 1 and 2 of the ASX Listing Rules as if the Company were a new listing. There would be costs associated in re-complying with the admission requirements. The Company may be required to incur these costs in any event, were it to proceed to seek to acquire a new project which is considered to result in a significant change to the nature or scale of its existing operations.
Any new project or business acquisition may change the risk profile of the Company, particularly if the new project is located in another jurisdiction, involving a new commodity and/or changes to the Company’s capital/funding requirements. Should the Company propose or complete the acquisition of a new project or business activity, investors should re-assess their investment in the Company in light of the new project/business activity.
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Ore Reserves and Mineral Resources Risks
Uncertainties in Estimating Reserves and Future Net Cash Flows
Ore reserve and mineral resource estimates are expressions of judgement based on knowledge, experience and industry practice. Estimates that were valid when originally calculated may alter significantly when new information or techniques become available. In addition, by their very nature, resource and reserve estimates are imprecise and depend to some extent on interpretations, which may prove to be inaccurate. As further information becomes available through additional drilling and analysis, the estimates may change. This may result in alterations to development and production plans which may in turn, adversely affect the operations of Volt.
There are numerous uncertainties inherent in estimating quantities of proved and probable reserves and cash flows to be derived therefrom, including many factors beyond the control of the Company. These evaluations include a number of assumptions relating to factors such as initial production rates, ultimate recovery of reserves, timing and amount of capital expenditures, marketability of production, graphite price differentials to forecasts, operating costs, transportation costs, cost recovery provisions and royalties, governmental “back-in” methodology and other government levies that may be imposed over the producing life of the reserves.
Estimates of the economically recoverable graphite reserves attributable to the project properties, classification of such reserves based on risk of recovery and estimates of future net revenues associated with reserves may vary from actual results, and those variations could be material. The process of estimating reserves requires interpretations and judgments on the part of mining engineers, resulting in imprecise determinations, particularly with respect to new discoveries. Different engineers may make different estimates of reserve quantities and revenues attributable thereto based on the same data.
The reserve evaluation is based in part on the assumed success of activities Volt intends to undertake in future years. The reserves and estimated cash flows to be derived therefrom and contained in the reserve evaluation will be reduced to the extent that such activities do not achieve the level of success assumed in the reserve evaluation. The reserve evaluation is effective as of a specific effective date and, except as may be specifically stated, has not been updated and therefore does not reflect changes in the reserves of Volt since that date.
The estimation of proved reserves that may be developed and produced in the future are often based upon probabilistic calculations and upon analogy to similar types of reserves rather than upon actual production history. Estimates based on these methods generally are less reliable than those based on actual production history. Subsequent evaluation of the same reserves based upon production history may result in variation or revisions in the estimates reserves, and any such variations or revisions could be material. Market driven fluctuations of commodity prices may render the recovery of certain reserves uneconomic.
Risk of Inability to Maintain or Replace Reserve Levels
Volt’s ore reserves and production and, therefore, its cash flows and earnings are highly dependent upon Volt developing and increasing its current reserve base and discovering or acquiring additional reserves or resources. Without the addition of reserves through exploration, acquisition or development activities, the Volt Group’s reserves and production will decline over time as they are depleted. To the extent that cash flow from operations is insufficient and external
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sources of capital become limited or unavailable, the ability of Volt to make the necessary capital investments to maintain and expand its graphite reserves will be impaired. There can be no assurance that Volt will be able to find and develop or acquire additional reserves to replace production at commercially feasible costs.
Environmental Risk
Risks Relating to Environmental and Other Regulations
Extensive environmental laws and regulations will affect Volt operations. These laws and regulations set various standards regulating certain aspects of health and environmental quality, provide for penalties and other liabilities for the violation of such standards and establish in certain circumstances obligations to remediate current and former facilities and locations where operations are or were conducted. In addition, special provisions may be appropriate or required in environmentally sensitive areas of operation. There can be no assurance that Volt will not incur substantial financial obligations relating to environmental compliance. Significant liability could be imposed on Volt for damages, cleanup costs or penalties in the event of certain discharges into the environment or non-compliance with environmental laws or regulations. Such liability could have a material adverse effect on Volt. Moreover, Volt cannot predict what environmental legislation or regulations will be enacted in the future or how existing or future laws or regulations will be administered or enforced. Compliance with more stringent laws or regulations, or more vigorous enforcement policies of any regulatory authority, could in the future require material expenditures by Volt for the installation and operation of systems and equipment for remedial measures, any or all of which may have a material adverse effect on Volt.
While management believes that Volt is currently in compliance with environmental laws and regulations applicable to its operations in Tanzania and Guinea, no assurances can be given that it will be able to continue to comply with such environmental laws and regulations without incurring substantial costs.
Volt’s planned operations are subject to extensive governmental legislation and regulation and increased public awareness concerning environmental protection. The introduction of more stringent regulations and conditions may also adversely affect Volt.
The Company expects that the cost of complying with environmental legislation and regulations will increase in the future. Compliance with existing environmental legislation and regulations has not had a material effect on capital expenditures, earnings or competitive position of Volt to date. Although management believes that Volt’s operations and facilities are in compliance with such laws and regulations in all material respects, future changes in these laws, regulations or interpretations thereof or the nature of its operations may require Volt to make significant additional capital expenditures to ensure compliance in the future.
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Personnel Risks
Reliance on Key Personnel
The Company is highly dependent upon its executive officers and key personnel (including contractors). The unexpected loss of the services of any of these individuals could have a detrimental effect on the Company. There is no guarantee that the Company will retain members of its management team, and if the Company were to lose a member of its management team unexpectedly, its business, prospects, financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected.
Volt may not be able to attract and retain qualified personnel
Volt may have difficulty attracting and retaining qualified local personnel to work on its projects due to shortages of qualified, experienced workers and competition for their services. It may also be difficult to attract, employ and retain qualified expatriate workers as a result of legal restrictions, socioeconomic issues and security concerns in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates. In the event of a labour shortage, Volt could be forced to increase wages in order to attract and retain employees, which may result in higher operating costs and reduced profitability. A failure by Volt to attract and retain a sufficient number of qualified workers could have a material adverse effect.
Competition Risks
Competition from other mining companies
The graphite industry is competitive in all its phases. The Company competes with numerous other organizations in the search for, and the acquisition of, graphite properties and in the marketing of graphite products.
The Company's competitors include graphite companies that have substantially greater financial resources, staff and facilities than those of the Company. The Company's ability to increase its reserves in the future will depend on its ability to explore and develop its present properties. Competitive factors in the distribution and marketing of graphite include product quality, graphite flake size, price and methods and reliability of delivery and storage.
Increased competition in Tanzania may pose a threat to the Company’s ability to market its products
A period of increased exploration activity in Tanzania, which has yielded significant discoveries of graphite that could, when developed, lead to increased competition for graphite markets and lower graphite prices in the future. In addition, various factors, including the effect of foreign regulation of production and transportation, general economic conditions, changes in supply due to mining by other producers and changes in demand may adversely affect the Company's ability to market its graphite production.
The Company may be affected by the inability to respond to changing technical development
The mineral resource industry is characterized by rapid and significant technological advancements and introductions of new products and services utilizing new technologies. Other companies may have greater financial, technical and personnel resources that allow them to enjoy technological advantages and may in the future allow them to implement new technologies before the Company. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able
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to respond to such competitive pressures and implement such technologies on a timely basis or at an acceptable cost. One or more of the technologies currently utilized by the Company or implemented in the future may become obsolete. If the Company is unable to utilize the most advanced commercially available technology, its business, financial condition and results of operations could also be adversely affected in a material way.
Insurance
Insurance against all risks associated with graphite development and production is not always available or justifiable on a cost-benefit basis. The Company will maintain insurance where it is considered appropriate for its needs, however it will not be insured against all risks either because appropriate cover is not available or because the Directors consider the required premiums to be excessive having regard to the benefits that would accrue.
Risks relating to Corruption and Bribery
Having assessed the Company's exposure to corruption in Tanzania and Guinea, it was concluded that the risk of the Company and/or its subsidiaries violating applicable laws prohibiting corrupt activities are mitigated or unlikely given the Company's controls relating to such risks and their effective operation. There can be no assurance, however that corruption may not directly or indirectly affect or otherwise impair the Company's ability to operate in Tanzania and effectively pursue its business plan in either country.
Information Technology Systems and Cyber-Security
The Company has become increasingly dependent upon the availability, capacity, reliability and security of our information technology infrastructure and our ability to expand and continually update this infrastructure, to conduct daily operations. The Company depends on various information technology systems to store and collate geological information, estimate resource and reserve quantities, process and record financial data, manage our land base, administer our contracts with our service providers and lessees and communicate with employees.
Further, the Company is subject to a variety of information technology and system risks as a part of its normal course of operations, including potential breakdown, invasion, virus, cyber-attack, cyber-fraud, security breach, and destruction or interruption of the Company’s information technology systems by third parties or insiders.
Unauthorized access to these systems by employees or third parties could lead to corruption or exposure of confidential, fiduciary, or proprietary information, interruption to communications or operations or disruption to our business activities or our competitive position. Further, disruption of critical information technology services, or breaches of information security, could have a negative effect on our performance and earnings, as well as on our reputation. The Company applies technical and process controls in line with industry-accepted standards to protect our information assets and systems; however, these controls may not adequately prevent cyber-security breaches. The significance of any such event is difficult to quantify but may in certain circumstances be material and could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of future operations.
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Reputational Risk
Due to the Company's asset concentration, the Company's operations are dependent on positive relationships with a small number of organizations (including the governments of Tanzania and Guinea). Damage to the Company’s reputation within Tanzania and/or Guinea due to the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events could negatively impact the Company. Reputation loss may lead to increased challenges in developing and maintaining community relations, decreased investor confidence, and the impediment of the Company's overall ability to advance its project developments, thereby having a material adverse impact on financial performance, cash flows and growth prospects.
Litigation and Dispute Risks
The Company may become involved in disputes with other parties in the future which may result in arbitration or litigation. The results of any future disputes cannot be predicted, and the Company may be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of foreign bodies in settling these disputes. The costs of defending or settling these disputes may be significant. If the Company is unable to resolve these disputes favourably, it may have a material adverse impact on the Company’s financial performance, cash flow and results of future operations.
Although the agreements in relation to the Company’s assets all require international arbitration if there is a dispute in connection with its operations, the Company could still become subject to the jurisdiction of courts or arbitration tribunals in any country of operation or may not be successful in subjecting persons or government entities to the jurisdiction of the arbitrators or another country. There can be no assurance that if the Company becomes involved in a dispute that it will be dealt with in a satisfactory manner or in a way in which the Company expects. The delay or results of such dispute settlement could have a material adverse effect on the Company, its business, prospects, results of future operations and financial condition.
Risks Relating to the Availability of Additional Financing
Volt has issued convertible securities to fund the acquisition of a controlling interest in a Ukraine graphite business. Future capital expenditures will be financed out of funds generated from operations, borrowings and possible future equity sales. The Company's ability to do so is dependent on, among other factors, the performance of its investments, the overall state of capital markets and investor appetite for investments in the Company's securities. From time to time the Company may enter into transactions to acquire assets or the shares of other companies. These transactions may be financed partially or wholly with debt, which may temporarily increase the Volt Group’s debt levels above industry standards. To develop the productive capacity of its assets, depending on the timing, the Company may require significant additional capital. In addition, if capital costs for these projects exceed current estimates, or if the Company incurs major unanticipated expenses related to development or maintenance of its existing properties, it may be required to seek further additional capital to maintain its capital expenditures at planned levels.
Failure to obtain any financing necessary for the Company's capital expenditure plans may result in a delay in development or production on the Volt properties. There can be no assurance that the Company will be successful in its efforts to arrange additional financing in amounts sufficient to meet the Company's goals or requirements, or on terms that are acceptable to the Company. If additional financing is raised by the issuance of shares, control of the Company may change, and shareholders may suffer additional dilution.
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External Influences on the Trading Price of Securities
The trading price of securities of mineral commodities issuers is subject to substantial volatility often based on factors related and unrelated to the financial performance or prospects of the issuers involved. Factors unrelated to the Company's performance could include macroeconomic developments, domestic and global commodity prices or current perceptions of the graphite and gold market. Similarly, the market price of any securities of the Company could be subject to significant fluctuations in response to variations in the Company's operating results, financial condition, liquidity and other internal factors.
Lower commodity prices may also affect the value of the Volt Group’s ore reserves as certain reserves may become uneconomic. In addition, lower commodity prices may restrict the Volt Group’s cash flow resulting in a reduced capital expenditure budget. As a result, the Volt Group may not be able to replace its production with additional reserves and both the production and reserves of the Volt Group could be reduced on a year over year basis. Any decrease in value of its reserves may reduce the borrowing base under future credit facilities, which, depending on the level of indebtedness, could result in the Volt Group having to repay a portion of its indebtedness. If market conditions were to decline resulting in a lack of confidence in the graphite and/or gold industry, the Volt Group may have difficulty raising additional funds or if it is able to do so, it may be on unfavourable and highly dilutive terms.
Any substantial decline in the prices of graphite and/or gold could have a material adverse effect on the Volt Group and the level of its graphite and/or gold reserves. Additionally, the economics of producing from some deposits may change as a result of lower prices, which could result in a suspension of production by the Volt Group.
Accordingly, the price at which any securities of the Company will trade cannot be accurately predicted.
Going Concern Risk
As advised in the Volt Resources Limited consolidated entities annual audited financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2020, dated 30 September 2020, there are risks with the Company continuing as a going concern as follows:
“The Directors are of the opinion that the Consolidated Entity is a going concern due to the following factors:
(i) The Consolidated Entity is progressing a Senior Note Offer and listing on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius and other funding options. Assuming a successful Note issue and the sourcing of supplementary funding, all expenditures relating to the Bunyu Graphite project and Tanzanian activities will be met out of these funds in Tanzania. The corporate costs to be incurred in Australia are expected to approximate A$2.5 million per annum.
(ii) The Company has the ability to raise additional working capital in the shorter term from:
a. a capital raising;
b. issue of convertible securities; and
(iii) The Company has the ability to sell assets, or an interest in assets.
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Whilst the Directors are confident that the above initiatives will generate sufficient funds to enable the Consolidated Entity to continue as a going concern for at least the period of 12 months from the date of signing this financial report, should these initiatives be unsuccessful, there exists a material uncertainty that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Consolidated Entity tocontinue as a going concern and, therefore, whether it will be able to realise its assets and extinguish its liabilities in the normal course of business and at the amounts stated in the financial report.”
General economic and market conditions
The operating and financial position of the Company is influenced by a range of general domestic and global economic and business conditions that are outside the control of the Company. These conditions may include, but are not limited to, political movements, stock market movements, interest rates, industrial disruption, environmental impacts, natural disasters, taxation changes and legislative or regulatory changes. A prolonged deterioration in market, business or economic conditions may potentially have an adverse impact on the Company and its operations.
Investment in capital markets
As with all stock market investments, there are risks associated with an investment in the Company. Securities listed on the stock market, and in particular securities of mining and exploration companies, have experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations that have often been unrelated to the operating performances of such companies. These factors may materially affect the market price of Shares regardless of the Company’s performance. The price of Shares might trade below or above the Issue Price for the New Shares.
6.2 Speculative investment
The above list of risk factors ought not to be taken as exhaustive of the risks faced by the Company or by investors in the Company. The above factors, and others not specifically referred to above, may in the future materially affect the financial performance of the Company and the value of the Shares offered under this Prospectus.
Therefore, the Shares to be issued pursuant to this Prospectus carry no guarantee with respect to the payment of dividends, returns of capital or the market value of those Shares.
Potential investors should consider that the investment in the Company is speculative and should consult their professional advisers before deciding whether to apply for Shares pursuant to this Prospectus.
7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
7.1 Litigation
As at the date of this Prospectus, the Company is not involved in any legal proceedings and the Directors are not aware of any legal proceedings pending or threatened against the Company.
7.2 Continuous disclosure obligations
The Company is a “disclosing entity” (as defined in section 111AC of the Corporations Act) for the purposes of section 713 of the Corporations Act and, as such, is subject to regular reporting and disclosure obligations. Specifically, like
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all listed companies, the Company is required to continuously disclose any information it has to the market which a reasonable person would expect to have a material effect on the price or the value of the Company’s securities.
This Prospectus is a “transaction specific prospectus”. In general terms a “transaction specific prospectus” is only required to contain information in relation to the effect of the issue of securities on the Company and the rights attaching to the securities. It is not necessary to include general information in relation to all of the assets and liabilities, financial position, profits and losses or prospects of the issuing company.
This Prospectus is intended to be read in conjunction with the publicly available information in relation to the Company which has been notified to ASX and does not include all of the information that would be included in a prospectus for an initial public offering of securities in an entity that is not already listed on a stock exchange. Investors should therefore have regard to the other publicly available information in relation to the Company before making a decision whether or not to invest.
Having taken such precautions and having made such enquires as are reasonable, the Company believes that it has complied with the general and specific requirements of ASX as applicable from time to time throughout the 3 months before the issue of this Prospectus which required the Company to notify ASX of information about specified events or matters as they arise for the purpose of ASX making that information available to the stock market conducted by ASX.
Information that is already in the public domain has not been reported in this Prospectus other than that which is considered necessary to make this Prospectus complete.
The Company, as a disclosing entity under the Corporations Act states that:
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(a) it is subject to regular reporting and disclosure obligations.
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(b) copies of documents lodged with the ASIC in relation to the Company (not being documents referred to in section 1274(2)(a) of the Corporations Act) may be obtained from, or inspected at, the offices of the ASIC; and
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(c) it will provide a copy of each of the following documents, free of charge, to any person on request between the date of issue of this Prospectus and the Closing Date:
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(i) the annual financial report most recently lodged by the Company with the ASIC;
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(ii) any half-year financial report lodged by the Company with the ASIC after the lodgement of the annual financial report referred to in (i) and before the lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC; and
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(iii) any continuous disclosure documents given by the Company to ASX in accordance with the ASX Listing Rules as referred to in section 674(1) of the Corporations Act after the lodgement of the annual financial report referred to in (i) and before the lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC.
Copies of all documents lodged with the ASIC in relation to the Company can be inspected at the registered office of the Company or an ASIC office during normal office hours.
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Details of documents lodged with ASX since the date of lodgement of the Company’s latest annual financial report and before the lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC are set out in the table below :
| Date | Description of Announcement |
|---|---|
| 10-Sep-21 | Funds Received from Share Placement |
| 10-Sep-21 | Application for Quotation of securities - VRC |
| 10-Sep-21 | Application for Quotation of securities – VRC |
| 10-Sep-21 | Notification of Issue, Conversion or Payment up of UnquotedEquity Securities |
| 03-Sep-21 | Appointment of European Investor Relations Specialist |
| 01-Sep-21 | Proposed issue of securities - VRC |
| 01-Sep-21 | Successful Share Placement Raises $5.75 Million |
| 30-Aug-21 | Trading Halt |
| 25-Aug-21 | Innovative Flowsheet For Production of Anode Materials |
| 13-Aug-21 | Response to Appendix 5B Query |
| 11-Aug-21 | Presentation – Spark Plus Mining Day |
| 10-Aug-21 | Volt Joins European Raw Materials Alliance |
| 04-Aug-21 | Volt Managing Director to Present at Spark Plus Mining Day |
| 30-Jul-21 | Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Reports |
| 28-Jul-21 | Notification regarding unquoted securities - VRC |
| 27-Jul-21 | Completion of the ZG Group Transaction |
| 27-Jul-21 | Proposed Issue of Securities - VRC |
| 26-Jul-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 21-Jul-21 | Application for quotation of securities - VRC |
| 19-Jul-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 12-Jul-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 5-Jul-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 30-Jun-21 | COO/CFO Resignation |
| 28-Jun-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 21-Jun-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 18-Jun-21 | Change of Director’s Interest Notice x 3 |
| 17-Jun-21 | Appendix 2A |
| 16-Jun-21 | Suspension from Official Quotation |
| 11-Jun-21 | Trading Halt |
| 04-Jun-21 | US$4.0 Million Drawn Following Execution of Loan Agreement |
| 27-May-21 | Spark Plus Battery Metals Day Webinar Presentation |
| 27-May-21 | Proposed issue of Securities - VRC |
| 27-May-21 | US$8.5 Million Debt Facility Term Sheet Executed |
| 26-May-21 | Trading Halt |
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| Date | Description of Announcement |
|---|---|
| 25-May-21 | Spark Plus Battery Metals Day Webinar |
| 21-May-21 | Response to Appendix 5B Query |
| 17-May-21 | Results of Meeting |
| 14-May-21 | Volt to Acquire European Graphite Business |
| 06-May-21 | Due Diligence Nearing Completion for Graphite Acquisition |
| 30-Apr-21 | Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Reports |
| 27-Apr-21 | Binding SPAs Signed to Acquire 70% of Graphite Producer |
| 23-Apr-21 | Trading Halt |
| 15-Apr-21 | Volt Joins European Battery Alliance |
| 14-Apr-21 | Letter to Shareholders - Notice of General Meeting |
| 14-Apr-21 | Notice of General Meeting/Proxy Form |
| 07-Apr-21 | Investor Presentation - April 2021 |
| 06-Apr-21 | Progress of Proposed European Graphite Business Acquisition |
| 31-Mar-21 | StockPal Mines Unearthed Webinar Presentation |
| 31-Mar-21 | StockPal Mines Unearthed Webinar |
| 30-Mar-21 | Auger Drilling Results Outline Three Gold Anomaly Areas |
| 22-Mar-21 | Guinea Gold Projects Exploration Progress |
| 17-Mar-21 | Change of Share Registry Notification |
| 16-Mar-21 | 31 December 2020 Half Year Financial Report |
| 15-Mar-21 | Guinea Gold Projects Exploration Update |
| 25-Feb-21 | Cleansing Prospectus |
| 25-Feb-21 | Appendix 2A |
| 23-Feb-21 | Guinea Gold Projects Drilling Programmes Making Good Progress |
| 19-Feb-21 | Proposed issue of Securities - VRC |
| 19-Feb-21 | Volt Completes Successful Capital Raising |
| 17-Feb-21 | Trading Halt |
| 17-Feb-21 | Pause in Trading |
| 12-Feb-21 | Gold Auger Drilling Underway - Additional Information |
| 10-Feb-21 | Guinea Gold Projects Auger Drilling Underway |
| 5-Feb-21 | Reinstatement to Official Quotation |
| 5-Feb-21 | Proposed Acquisition of European Graphite Producer |
| 1-Feb-21 | Request for Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 29-Jan-21 | Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Reports |
| 27-Jan-21 | Extension of Voluntary Suspension |
| 22-Jan-21 | Suspension from Official Quotation |
| 20-Jan-21 | Trading Halt |
| 20-Jan-21 | Pause in Trading |
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| Date | Description of Announcement |
|---|---|
| 8-Dec-20 | Change of Director's Interest Notice - A. Kabunga |
| 8-Dec-20 | Section 708A(5)(e) Notice |
| 8-Dec-20 | Appendix 2A |
| 30-Nov-20 | Results of Annual General Meeting |
| 19-Nov-20 | Guinea Gold Projects Exploration Update |
| 19-Nov-20 | Quarterly Activities Report - Summary of Expenditure |
| 30-Oct-20 | Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Reports |
| 29-Oct-20 | Letter to Shareholders - Notice of Annual General Meeting |
| 29-Oct-20 | Notice of Annual General Meeting/Proxy Form |
| 23-Oct-20 | Section 708A(5)(e) Notice |
| 23-Oct-20 | Appendix 2A |
| 22-Oct-20 | COO and CFO Appointment |
ASX maintains files containing publicly available information for all listed companies. The Company’s file is available for inspection at ASX during normal office hours.
The announcements are also available through the Company’s website www.voltresources.com
7.3 Market price of Shares
The Company is a disclosing entity for the purposes of the Corporations Act and its Shares are enhanced disclosure securities quoted on ASX.
The highest, lowest and last market sale prices of the Shares on ASX during the three months immediately preceding the date of lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC and the most recent dates of those sales were:
| Price | Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest | $0.042 | 24 May 2021 |
| Lowest | $0.014 | 31 March 2021 |
| Last | $0.032 | 9 September 2021 |
7.4 Details of substantial holders
Based on publicly available information as at the date of this Prospectus, those persons which (together with their associates) have a relevant interest in 5% or more of the Shares on issue are set out below:
| Shareholder | Shares | % |
|---|---|---|
| Kabunga Holdings Pty Ltd | 427,805,420 | 17.5% |
Kabunga Holdings Pty Ltd will not be participating in the Offer.
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7.5 Directors’ Interests
Other than as set out below or elsewhere in this Prospectus, no Director nor any firm in which such a Director is a partner, has or had within 2 years before the lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC, any interest in:
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(a) the formation or promotion of the Company;
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(b) property acquired or proposed to be acquired by the Company in connection with its formation or promotion or the Offer pursuant to this Prospectus; or
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(c) the Offer,
and no amounts have been paid or agreed to be paid (in cash or shares or otherwise) to any Director or to any firm in which any such Director is a partner or director, either to induce them to become, or to qualify them as, a Director or otherwise for services rendered by them or by the firm in connection with the formation or promotion of the Company or the Offer.
Security holdings
The relevant interest of each of the Directors in the securities of the Company as at the date of this Prospectus is set out in the table below.
| Director | Shares | Options | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rights | |||
| Asimwe Kabunga1 | 427,805,4201 | 22,727,2733 | Nil |
| Trevor Matthews2 | 3,580,043 | Nil | 10,000,000 |
| Giacomo Fazio | 2,249,225 | Nil | Nil |
Notes:
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All Shares and Options are held under Kabunga Holdings Pty Ltd.
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All shares are held under T Matthews Super Pty Ltd . Performance Rights are held by Trevor Matthews atf for the TJM Trust.
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Option exercise price of $0.022 expiring 22 October 2023.
Remuneration
The remuneration of an executive Director is decided by the Board, without the affected executive Director participating in that decision-making process. The total maximum remuneration of non-executive Directors is initially set by the Constitution and subsequent variation is by ordinary resolution of Shareholders in general meeting in accordance with the Constitution, the Corporations Act and the ASX Listing Rules, as applicable. The determination of non-executive Directors’ remuneration within that maximum will be made by the Board having regard to the inputs and value to the Company of the respective contributions by each non-executive Director. The current amount has been set at an amount not to exceed $360,000 per annum.
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A Director may be paid fees or other amounts (i.e., non-cash performance incentives such as Options, subject to any necessary Shareholder approval) as the other Directors determine where a Director performs special duties or otherwise performs services outside the scope of the ordinary duties of a Director. In addition, Directors are also entitled to be paid reasonable travelling, hotel and other expenses incurred by them respectively in or about the performance of their duties as Directors.
The following table shows the total annual remuneration paid to both executive and non-executive Directors.
| Director | Financial year | Financial year | Financial year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ended | ended |
ending |
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| 30 June 20186 | 30 June 20196 | 30 June 20206 | |
| Asimwe Kabunga | $157,216 | $133,071 | $151,559 |
| Trevor Matthews1 | Nil | Nil | $68,000 |
| Giacomo Fazio2 | Nil | Nil | $47,800 |
| Stephen Hunt3 | $85,936 | $52,560 | $43,800 |
| Alwyn Vorster4 | $52,560 | $52,560 | Nil |
| Matthew Bull5 | $52,560 | $1,095 | Nil |
Notes:
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Trevor Matthews was appointed as Managing Director on 1 May 2020.
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Giacomo Fazio was appointed as a Director on 30 June 2019.
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Stephen Hunt resigned on 1 May 2020.
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Matthew Bull resigned on 9 July 2018.
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Alwyn Vorster resigned on 30 June 2019.
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Cash based remuneration only. Does not include Share-based payments.
7.6 Interests of experts and advisers
Other than as set out below or elsewhere in this Prospectus, no:
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(a) person named in this Prospectus as performing a function in a professional, advisory or other capacity in connection with the preparation or distribution of this Prospectus;
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(b) promoter of the Company; or
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(c) underwriter (but not a sub-underwriter) to the issue or a financial services licensee named in this Prospectus as a financial services licensee involved in the issue,
holds, or has held within the 2 years preceding lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC, any interest in:
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(d) the formation or promotion of the Company;
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(e) any property acquired or proposed to be acquired by the Company in connection with:
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(i) its formation or promotion; or (ii) the Offer.
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and no amounts have been paid or agreed to be paid and no benefits have been given or agreed to be given to any of these persons for services provided in connection with:
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(f) the formation or promotion of the Company; or
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(g) the Offer.
7.7
Consents
Chapter 6D of the Corporations Act imposes a liability regime on the Company (as the offeror of the Securities), the Directors, any underwriters, persons named in the Prospectus with their consent having made a statement in the Prospectus and persons involved in a contravention in relation to the Prospectus, with regard to misleading and deceptive statements made in the Prospectus, Although the Company bears primary responsibility for the Prospectus, the other parties involved in the preparation of the Prospectus can also be responsible for certain statements made in it.
Each of the parties referred to in this Section:
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(a) does not make, or purport to make, any statement in this Prospectus other than those referred to in this Section; and
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(b) in light of the above, only to the maximum extent permitted by law, expressly disclaims and takes no responsibility for any part of this Prospectus other than a reference to its name and a statement included in this Prospectus with the consent of that party as specified in this Section.
7.8 Estimated expenses of the Offer
The expenses of the Offer are estimated to be approximately $4,000 (excluding GST) and are expected to comprise legal and consulting fees, printing and other administrative expenses, including ASIC fees. The estimated expenses will be paid out of the Company’s existing working capital.
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Electronic Prospectus
If you have received this Prospectus as an electronic Prospectus, please ensure that you have received the entire Prospectus accompanied by the Application Form. If you have not, please phone the Company on +61 (0)8 9486 7788 and the Company will send you, for free, either a hard copy or a further electronic copy of the Prospectus, or both. Alternatively, you may obtain a copy of this Prospectus from the Company’s website at www.voltresources.com
The Company reserves the right not to accept an Application Form from a person if it has reason to believe that when that person was given access to the electronic Application Form, it was not provided together with the electronic Prospectus and any relevant supplementary or replacement prospectus or any of those documents were incomplete or altered.
7.10 Clearing House Electronic Sub-Register System (CHESS) and Issuer Sponsorship
The Company participates in the Clearing House Electronic Sub-register System ( CHESS ). ASX Settlement Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of ASX, operates CHESS. Investors who do not wish to participate through CHESS will be issuer sponsored by the Company.
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Electronic registers mean that the Company will not be issuing certificates to investors. Instead, investors will be provided with separate statements (similar to
a bank account statement) that set out the number of Shares issued to them under this Prospectus. The notice will also advise holders of their Holder Identification Number or Security Holder Reference Number and explain, for future reference, the sale and purchase procedures under CHESS and issuer sponsorship.
Electronic sub-registers also mean ownership of Shares can be transferred without having to rely upon paper documentation. Further, monthly statements will be provided to holders if there have been any changes in their security holding in the Company during the preceding month. Shareholders may request a holding statement at any other time; however, a charge may be made for such additional statements.
7.11 Privacy Act
If you complete an application for Shares or Options, you will be providing personal information to the Company (directly or by the Company’s share registry). The Company collects, holds and will use that information to assess your application, service your needs as a holder of equity securities in the Company, facilitate distribution payments and corporate communications to you as a Shareholder and carry out administration.
The information may also be used from time to time and disclosed to persons inspecting the register, bidders for your securities in the context of takeovers, regulatory bodies, including the Australian Taxation Office, authorised securities brokers, print service providers, mail houses and the Company’s share registry.
You can access, correct and update the personal information that we hold about you. Please contact the Company or its share registry if you wish to do so at the relevant contact numbers set out in this Prospectus.
Collection, maintenance and disclosure of certain personal information is governed by legislation including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (as amended), the Corporations Act and certain rules such as the ASX Settlement Operating Rules. You should note that if you do not provide the information required on the application for Shares, the Company may not be able to accept or process your application.
8. DIRECTORS’ AUTHORISATION
This Prospectus is issued by the Company and its issue has been authorised by a resolution of the Directors.
In accordance with section 720 of the Corporations Act, each Director has consented to the lodgement of this Prospectus with the ASIC.
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Trevor Matthews Managing Director For and on behalf of VOLT RESOURCES LIMITED
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9. DEFINITIONS
$ means Australian dollars.
Applicant means an investor who applies for Shares pursuant to the Offer.
Application Form means an application form either attached to or accompanying this Prospectus.
ASIC means the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
ASX means ASX Limited (ACN 008 624 691) or the financial market operated by it, as the context requires.
ASX Listing Rules means the listing rules of the ASX.
ASX Settlement Operating Rules means the settlement rules of the securities clearing house which operates CHESS.
Board means the board of Directors unless the context indicates otherwise.
Business Day means Monday to Friday inclusive, except New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and any other day that ASX declares is not a business day.
Closing Date means the date specified in the timetable in Section 2.1 (unless extended or brought forward).
Company means Volt Resources Limited (ACN 106 353 253).
Constitution means the constitution of the Company as at the date of this Prospectus.
Corporations Act means the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Directors means the directors of the Company as at the date of this Prospectus.
Offer means the offer of up to 3,000 Shares at an issue price of $0.035 per Share to raise up to $105 (before expenses).
Official Quotation means official quotation on ASX.
Opening Date means the opening date of the Offer as specified in the timetable set out in Section 2.1 (unless varied).
Option means an option to acquire a Share.
Prospectus means this prospectus.
Section means a section of this Prospectus.
Share means a fully paid ordinary share in the capital of the Company.
Shareholder means a shareholder of the Company.
Share Registry means Link Market Services Limited.
WST means western standard time as observed in Perth, Western Australia.
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