华友钴业收购Atlantic Lithium Limited及Ewoyaa锂矿项目最新进展公告

华友钴业收购Atlantic Lithium Limited及Ewoyaa锂矿项目最新进展详细解读

华友钴业重大海外收购进展：受让Piedmont相关权利义务并推进收购Atlantic Lithium Limited全部股权

【要点摘要】

华友钴业及全资子公司华友香港与Piedmont公司及其母公司Piedmont Lithium Inc.、大西洋锂业（Atlantic Lithium Limited）及其新加坡子公司签署《合同更替协议》，全面受让Piedmont在大西洋锂业新加坡子公司各合同项下的全部权利与义务。
本次受让对价为7,090万美元，主要包括取得新加坡子公司22.5%股权的权利、进一步认购权利，以及Ewoyaa锂矿项目不少于50%的产品包销权等。
若《合同更替协议》和收购大西洋锂业100%股权的《方案实施契约》均顺利完成交割，华友钴业将穿透持有Ewoyaa锂矿项目87%的权益，极大提升公司在全球锂资源领域的话语权。
收购大西洋锂业100%股权的现金对价为2.1亿美元，最终价格以加纳税务局资本利得税核定为准。
本次交易不构成关联交易，也不构成重大资产重组，无需提交董事会及股东大会审议，完全在公司总经办审批权限范围内。

交易背景与详细内容

本次交易是华友钴业深化海外锂资源布局的关键举措。公司与大西洋锂业已签署《方案实施契约》及相关协议，计划收购其100%股权。与此同时，通过与Piedmont及其母公司签署《NOVATION DEED（合同更替协议）》，华友钴业及其全资子公司华友香港将以7,090万美元对价，承接Piedmont及其母公司在大西洋锂业新加坡子公司（含IRRS、Charger、Moda）签订的加纳项目协议、股东协议与包销协议项下的全部权利与义务。具体包括：

获得新加坡子公司22.5%股权的权利；
在满足约定条件并获得批准的前提下，进一步认购新加坡子公司部分股权的权利；
在满足约定条件的情况下，获得Ewoyaa锂矿项目不少于50%的产品包销权；
承担原协议约定的项目开发相关义务。

若后续全部交割完成，公司将穿透持有Ewoyaa锂矿87%的权益，13%为加纳政府依法持有。

交易对方及权益结构

本次交易的对方Piedmont公司现为Elevra Lithium Limited的全资子公司，后者在澳洲和美国两地上市。Piedmont作为Elevra的持股主体持有Ewoyaa项目权益。交易完成后，华友钴业将通过大西洋锂业以及新加坡子公司链条获得Ewoyaa锂矿实际控制权，显著提升公司锂资源储备和全球化布局。

交易标的财务状况

截至2025年6月30日，新加坡三家子公司的财务状况如下：

IRRS公司：资产总额6,227.7万美元，负债总额6,244.3万美元，净资产为-16.7万美元，2025财年无营业收入，净利润为-3.7万美元。
Charger公司：资产总额361.1万美元，负债总额371.3万美元，净资产为-10.2万美元，2025财年无营业收入，净利润为-2.3万美元。
Moda公司：资产总额196万美元，负债总额205.8万美元，净资产为-9.8万美元，2025财年无营业收入，净利润为-2.1万美元。

公司外聘律师尽调结果显示，交易标的权属清晰，无限制转让事项。

定价依据与合理性

公司聘请中介机构进行尽职调查，根据行业形势、战略布局和谈判结果最终确定本次交易定价，认为价格公平合理，不损害中小股东利益。

协议核心条款

加纳土地与自然资源部需无异议通过新缔约方成为Barari DV Ghana Limited控制人。
交割前，新加坡子公司不得进行任何重大非常规行为，原缔约方继续承担22.5%项目费用。
交割后，Piedmont及其母公司在项目协议、股东协议、包销协议项下全部权利义务无条件转让给华友钴业及华友香港。
华友钴业需向Piedmont支付7,090万美元对价，并根据后续开发进度安排后续出资。
协议包含诉讼、保密、免责等常见条款。

对上市公司的影响及风险提示

本次交易将有效扩大华友钴业在全球锂资源领域的战略布局，未来有望提升公司整体资源控制力和盈利能力，具备较强的战略协同效应。但需注意：

交易尚需满足先决条件、监管许可及备案，能否顺利完成存在不确定性。
锂价近年来波动大，若未来价格大幅下跌，将影响项目收益。
国际形势、法律、文化等差异带来整合协同风险，地缘政治、汇率、贸易政策变动、经济制裁等也可能影响项目进展。
若任一交易未能完成交割，公司最终持有Ewoyaa锂矿权益比例可能减少，具体权益以最终交割为准。

敬请投资者理性投资，注意相关风险。

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English Version

Detailed Update: Huayou Cobalt’s Acquisition of Atlantic Lithium Limited and Ewoyaa Lithium Project

Key Highlights:

Huayou Cobalt and its wholly-owned subsidiary Huayou Hong Kong have signed a Novation Deed with Piedmont and its parent Piedmont Lithium Inc., Atlantic Lithium Limited and its Singapore subsidiaries to comprehensively acquire all of Piedmont’s rights and obligations under various agreements with the Singapore subsidiaries of Atlantic Lithium.
The consideration for this transaction is USD 70.9 million, mainly including the right to acquire 22.5% equity in the Singapore subsidiaries, further subscription rights, and offtake rights for not less than 50% of Ewoyaa Lithium Project’s production, among others.
If both the Novation Deed and the 100% acquisition of Atlantic Lithium Limited are successfully delivered, Huayou Cobalt will ultimately hold 87% effective equity in the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, significantly boosting its global lithium resources presence.
The cash consideration for the 100% acquisition of Atlantic Lithium Limited is USD 210 million, with the final price to be determined based on Ghana tax authority’s capital gains tax assessment.
The transaction is neither a related party transaction nor a major asset restructuring and does not require board or shareholder meeting approval, falling within management approval authority.

Transaction Background and Details

This transaction marks a key step in Huayou Cobalt’s overseas lithium resource expansion. The company has signed a Scheme Implementation Deed with Atlantic Lithium Limited to acquire 100% equity. Simultaneously, through the Novation Deed with Piedmont and its parent, Huayou Cobalt and Huayou Hong Kong will acquire, for USD 70.9 million, all of Piedmont’s rights and obligations under project, shareholder, and offtake agreements with the Singapore subsidiaries (IRRS, Charger, Moda). Specifics include:

Right to acquire 22.5% equity in Singapore subsidiaries;
Further equity subscription rights, subject to conditions and approvals;
Offtake right for at least 50% of Ewoyaa Lithium Project’s product (upon conditions);
Assumption of project development obligations as per the original agreements.

If all deliveries are completed, Huayou Cobalt will ultimately control 87% of Ewoyaa Lithium Project’s equity (13% held by Ghana government).

Counterparty and Equity Structure

Piedmont is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elevra Lithium Limited, which is listed in Australia and the US. Piedmont, as Elevra’s holding entity, holds the Ewoyaa project interest. Upon transaction completion, Huayou Cobalt will acquire effective control of the Ewoyaa Lithium Project through Atlantic Lithium and its Singapore subsidiaries, significantly enhancing its global lithium resource reserves.

Financial Status of Target Companies

As of June 30, 2025, the Singapore subsidiaries’ latest financials:

IRRS: Total assets USD 62.28 million, liabilities USD 62.44 million, net assets USD -0.17 million, FY25 revenue USD 0, net profit USD -0.037 million.
Charger: Total assets USD 3.61 million, liabilities USD 3.71 million, net assets USD -0.10 million, FY25 revenue USD 0, net profit USD -0.023 million.
Moda: Total assets USD 1.96 million, liabilities USD 2.06 million, net assets USD -0.098 million, FY25 revenue USD 0, net profit USD -0.021 million.

External legal due diligence confirms clear title, no transfer restrictions.

Pricing Basis and Fairness

The transaction price was determined after professional due diligence, reflecting industry context, strategic planning, and negotiations. The company believes the price is fair and protects minority shareholder interests.

Key Agreement Provisions

The Ghana Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources must approve the new party as controller of Barari DV Ghana Limited.
Prior to closing, the Singapore subsidiaries cannot undertake major non-routine actions; the original party continues to bear 22.5% of project costs.
Upon closing, all Piedmont’s rights and obligations under project, shareholder, and offtake agreements will be unconditionally transferred to Huayou Cobalt and Huayou Hong Kong.
Huayou Cobalt will pay USD 70.9 million and make further contributions based on project progress.
Standard provisions on litigation, confidentiality, indemnification, etc.

Impact on the Listed Company & Risks

This transaction will significantly enhance Huayou Cobalt’s global lithium resource strategic position, potentially improving its resource control and profitability. However, investors should note:

The deal is subject to conditions precedent, regulatory approvals, and filings, with uncertainty in completion.
Lithium price volatility remains high and may affect project returns.
Integration and synergy risks due to international, legal, and cultural differences; geopolitical, FX, trade policy, and sanctions risks may impact project progress.
If any transaction fails to close, Huayou Cobalt’s final Ewoyaa project equity may be reduced, subject to closing results.

Investors are advised to pay attention to associated risks.

Disclaimer:
This news is for reference only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should pay attention to the risks detailed above and make rational decisions. All matters are subject to official company announcements.