Orosur Mining Inc. (“Orosur” or “the Company”) (TSX/AIM: OMI), a
South American-focused gold developer and explorer announces the
results for the second quarter ended November 30, 2019 (“Q2 20” or
the “Quarter”).
HIGHLIGHTS
- In accordance with the Exploration Agreement with Venture
Option (the “Exploration Agreement”), Newmont Colombia made a
further cash payment of US$690k to Minera Anzá in November 2019 to
cover its outstanding commitments and to maintain its Phase 1
earn-in rights.
- In Uruguay, as announced on September 17, 2019, the Court
approved the payment plan agreement between the Company’s wholly
owned subsidiary, Loryser SA (“Loryser”) and Loryser’s creditors
(the “Creditors’ Agreement”). The ratification by the Court means
that the Creditors’ Agreement is legally binding on all trade
creditors and that the intervenor’s control over Loryser
ceases.
- The Creditors’ Agreement provides that the net proceeds from
the sale of Loryser’s assets in Uruguay, together with the issuance
of 10 million common shares in Orosur, shall fully satisfy all
amounts owing by Loryser to its trade creditors, as well as provide
funds for Loryser to conduct this process and manage the orderly
closure of its operations. The Creditors’ Agreement requires
Loryser to manage and complete the sale and payment process within
two years, starting from the date of the ratification by the
Court.
- As announced on December 6, 2019, 10,000,000 common shares were
issued to a trust for the benefit of Loryser’s creditors in
accordance with the court-approved agreement.
- The non-binding letter of intent signed in November 2019 with
IMC International Mining Corp. expired on December, 27, 2019
without completing a definitive agreement. Loryser remains in
discussions with IMC as well as considering alternative options
with other potential partners to sell its mining and exploration
permits in Uruguay.
- The Company had a cash balance of US$809k at November 30, 2019
(May 31, 2019: US$512k).
- Assets held for sale in Uruguay have been recorded in this
quarter and in the FY19 consolidated financial statements at the
lower of book value or fair value. The consolidated financial
statements were prepared on a going concern basis under the
historical cost method except for certain financial assets and
liabilities which are accounted as Assets and Liabilities held for
sale and Profit and Loss from discontinuing operations: this
accounting treatment has been applied to the activities in Uruguay
and Chile.
Outlook and Strategy
During the year ended May 31, 2018, the Board adopted an
aggressive strategic plan to restructure its business, and
recapitalize and transform the Company. The Company’s main
objectives were advancing the Anzá Project: the Company’s flagship,
high grade gold exploration asset in Colombia; finding a fair
solution in Uruguay for all stakeholders; and reducing its
activities in Chile. This strategy remains unchanged.
In Colombia, Newmont Colombia has fulfilled its Year 1
commitments and payments under the requirements of the Exploration
Agreement.
In Uruguay, with the Creditors Agreement approved by the Court
in September 2019, Loryser continued to focus its activities on the
implementation of the Creditors Agreement. The plant and equipment
remain under care and maintenance. The successful sale of assets is
a key component to a positive outcome with creditors. The Company
has already issued the 10,000,000 common shares in Orosur, subject
to a four-month holding period, to the benefit of Loryser’s
creditors.
About Orosur Mining Inc.
Orosur Mining Inc. (TSX: OMI; AIM: OMI) is a precious metals
developer and explorer focused on identifying and advancing gold
projects in South America. The Company operates in Colombia and
Uruguay.
Forward Looking Statements
All statements, other than statements of historical fact,
contained in this news release constitute "forward looking
statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws,
including but not limited to the "safe harbour" provisions of the
United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and
are based on expectations estimates and projections as of the date
of this news release.
Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the
exploration plans in Colombia and the funding from Newmont of those
plans, Newmont´s decision to continue with the Exploration and
Option agreement, the ability for Loryser to continue and finalize
with the remediation in Uruguay, the ability to implement the
Creditors’ Agreement successfully as well as continuation of the
business of the Company as a going concern and other events or
conditions that may occur in the future. The Company’s continuance
as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to obtain adequate
financing, to reach profitable levels of operations and to reach a
satisfactory implementation of the Creditor´s Agreement in Uruguay.
These material uncertainties may cast significant doubt upon the
Company’s ability to realize its assets and discharge its
liabilities in the normal course of business and accordingly the
appropriateness of the use of accounting principles applicable to a
going concern. There can be no assurance that such statements will
prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ
materially from those anticipated in such forward looking
statements. Such statements are subject to significant risks and
uncertainties including, but not limited, those as described in
Section “Risks Factors” of the MDA and the Annual Information Form.
The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or
revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new
information, future events and such forward-looking statements,
except to the extent required by applicable law.
The information contained within this announcement is deemed by
the Company to constitute inside information as stipulated under
the Market Abuse Regulation ("MAR"). Upon the publication of this
announcement via Regulatory Information Service, this inside
information is now considered to be in the public domain. If you
have any queries on this, then please contact Ryan Cohen, VP
Corporate Development of the Company (responsible for arranging
release of this announcement on behalf of the Company) on: +1 (778)
373-0100.
Orosur Mining Inc. Condensed Interim
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position (Expressed in
thousands of United States Dollars) Unaudited
As at
As at
November 30,
May 31,
2019
2019
ASSETS Current
assets Cash and cash equivalents
$809
$512
Accounts receivable and other assets
294
292
Assets held for sale
3,971
4,452
Total current assets
5,074
5,256
Non‑current assets
Property, plant and equipment
80
87
Exploration and evaluation assets
8,170
8,983
Total assets
$13,324
$14,326
EQUITY AND
LIABILITIES Current
liabilities Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities
$232
$235
Warrants
2
13
Liabilities held for sale
22,243
23,393
Total liabilities
22,477
23,641
Equity Share
capital
65,290
65,290
Contributed surplus
5,978
5,947
Currency translation reserve
(1,922)
(1,653)
Total Deficit
(78,499)
(78,899)
Total (deficit) / equity
(9,153)
(9,315)
Total (deficit) / equity and
liabilities
$13,324
$14,326
The accompanying notes to the unaudited condensed interim
consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these
statements.
Orosur Mining Inc. Condensed Interim Consolidated
Statements of Loss and Comprehensive Income (loss)
(Expressed in thousands of United States Dollars)
Unaudited
Three Months
Three Months
Six Months
Six Months
Ended
Ended
Ended
Ended
November 30,
November 30,
November 30,
November 30,
2019
2018
2019
2018
Operating expenses
Corporate and administrative expenses
$
(354)
$
(574)
$
(710)
$
(833)
Exploration expenses
(19)
(18)
(57)
(38)
Other income
1
-
501
-
Net finance cost
(2)
-
(3)
(5)
(Loss) gain on fair value of financial instrument
21
(42)
9
(21)
Net foreign exchange gain/(loss)
(13)
(14)
(10)
(28)
(366)
(648)
(270)
(925)
Net loss for the period for continuing operations
$
(366)
$
(648)
$
(270)
$
(925)
Other comprehensive loss
Cumulative translation adjustment
$
(152)
$
(559)
$
(269)
$
(749)
Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period from continuing
operations
(518)
(1,207)
(539)
(1,674)
Income (loss) from discontinuing
operations
559
(1,228)
670
(7,336)
Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period
41
(2,435)
131
(9,010)
Basic and diluted net income
(loss) per share for continued operations
$
0.00
$
(0.00)
$
(0.00)
$
(0.01)
Basic and diluted net income
(loss) per share for discontinued operations
$
0.00
$
(0.00)
$
0.00
$
(0.06)
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
150,278
146,250
150,278
131,840
The accompanying notes to the unaudited condensed interim
consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these
statements.
Orosur Mining Inc. Condensed Interim Consolidated
Statements of Cash Flows (Expressed in thousands of United
States Dollars) Unaudited
Six Months
Six Months
Ended
Ended
November 30,
November 30,
2019
2018
Operating activities Net loss for the period
$
(270)
$
(925)
Adjustments for: Share‑based payments
31
36
Fair value of financial instrument
(9)
13
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment
-
14
Other
(43)
(51)
Changes in non‑cash working capital items: Accounts
receivable and other assets
138
9
Inventories
-
1
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
(3)
(295)
Net cash (used in) operating activities ‑ continued
operations
(156)
(1,198)
Investing activities Proceeds received for
exploration and evaluation expenditures
750
-
Exploration and evaluation expenditures
(297)
(311)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities ‑ continued
operations
453
(311)
Financing activities
Issue of common shares
-
2,000
Advances to discontinued operations
-
192
Net cash provided by financing activities ‑ continued
operations
-
2,192
Net change in cash and cash equivalents ‑ continued
operations
297
683
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
512
80
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
$
809
$
763
Net cash provided by (used in) investing
activities ‑ discontinued operations
120
(366)
Net cash (used in) operating activities ‑
discontinued operations
(311)
(452)
Net cash provided by financing activities ‑
discontinued operations
-
34
The accompanying notes to the unaudited condensed interim
consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these
statements.
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(778) 373-0100 SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP – Nomad &
Broker Jeff Keating / Stephen Wong Tel: +44 (0)20 3 470
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