South32 Ltd - Perth-based diversified mining group - Says the sale of its Illawarra metallurgical coal to an entity owned by Golden Energy & Resources Pte Ltd and M Resources Pty Ltd is now unconditional, after meeting all conditions. Expects the transaction to be complete on or around September 2. South32 first announced the proposed deal late in May. On completion, South32 will receive the upfront cash payment of $1.05 billion, less the already paid deposit of $40 million. The deferred cash consideration of $250 million, payable in 2030, and the contingent price-linked cash consideration of up to $350 million, will be recognised in its financial statements as a non-current other receivable and a non-current other financial asset.

‘The sale of Illawarra Metallurgical Coal is a significant milestone in the transformation of our portfolio towards commodities critical to a low-carbon future. The transaction will simplify our business, strengthen our balance sheet and reduce our capital intensity, unlocking capital to invest in our high-quality development projects in copper and zinc,’ South32 Chief Executive Officer Graham Kerr says.

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