Iofina says its on track to achieve production guidance
“We are on track for record iodine production in 2020, iodine prices are still strong, and our debt has been refinanced and significantly reduced," said chief executive Tom Becker
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Iofina plc is a vertically integrated company that specializes in the exploration and production of iodine and the manufacturing of specialty chemical derivatives. Through its commitment to technology development and investing in its people, the company successfully services markets around the globe via its business lines, Iofina Resources and Iofina Chemical.
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“We are on track for record iodine production in 2020, iodine prices are still strong, and our debt has been refinanced and significantly reduced," said chief executive Tom Becker
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Iofina president and CEO Dr Tom Becker commented: "The conclusion of the debt refinancing is a significant and positive step for Iofina and is the culmination of many months of hard work"
The iodine maker said the necessary internal approvals have now been obtained by the lender and the transaction is in the final legal documentation phase
The company also said iodine prices had remained “encouragingly” steady at US$35 per kilo or above in the second quarter of 2020 and into the third
Iofina is in talks with a new primary lender to refinance all its debt.
"We are grateful to Stena, our senior lender, for agreeing to the terms of the two-month extension to the repayment deadline,” said chief executive Tom Becker. “We are extremely pleased with the progress that we have made despite the delays
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The 2019 performance has left the group in a "stronger position than ever from which to resolve its current debt situation"
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"The company has enjoyed another strong quarter and remains in a healthy working capital position."
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The company’s directors “are confident that prices will continue to favour the Group as it progresses through 2020”
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"As we seek to continue to grow our production capacity next year, we are well-positioned to take advantage of the current, positive environment of the iodine market."