VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29,
2024 /CNW/ - Lite Access Technologies Inc. ("Lite
Access" or the "Company") (TSXV: LTE) (OTC: LTCCF), a global leader
in fibre optic products and advanced installation methodologies, is
pleased to announce the extension of the exclusivity period with
Ironman until June 30, 2024. This
extension pertains to Lite Access's proposed acquisition of Ironman
and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ironman Direction Drilling Ltd., a
renowned provider of directional drilling services, as initially
disclosed in a news release on May 5,
2023.
The completion of this Transaction remains subject to several
key conditions, including the execution of a definitive agreement
between Lite Access and Ironman, completion of due diligence by
both parties, approval by shareholders, final approval from the TSX
Venture Exchange, and other customary conditions. Lite Access
intends to issue a subsequent news release upon the execution of a
definitive share purchase agreement with Ironman.
Both Ironman and Lite Access wish to assure the market that
efforts to conclude the merger are actively ongoing and are
progressing well. During the trading halt period, both companies
have been operating as usual while successfully securing and
delivering on projects, demonstrating their commitment to
maintaining operational momentum. Collaboration between the two
companies is also underway, facilitating a smooth integration upon
the deal's closure. These efforts are also showing positive effects
on the combined financials, underscoring the strategic rationale
behind the decision to merge the two entities.
Extension of Warrant
Term
The Company will be applying for approval from the Exchange to
extend the expiry date (the "Expiry Date") of 8,355,000 share
purchase warrants (the "Warrants") exercisable at $0.15, issued to subscribers under the Company's
private placement that closed on March 25,
2022. The Company intends to extend the Expiry Date from
March 25, 2024 to March 25, 2025.
About Lite Access
Recognized as an industry leader possessing years of experience
in the telecommunications space, Lite Access offers total
integrated solutions for all types of telecom requirements.
Beginning with a comprehensive project analysis to engineering,
design and permitting, Lite Access proudly offers a full complement
of aerial and underground construction methodologies including
splicing, testing and maintenance.
Our innovative approach, flexible products and installation
solutions are combined with decades of experience and unparalleled
passion. 'The Lite Access Way' methodology of construction for both
trunk and fibre-to-the-premises (FTTx) connectivity has become a
recommended and preferred method of fibre installation,
globally.
Lite Access' installation technology and proprietary products
extend a network provider's ability to deliver true broadband
connectivity directly to end-users, such as homes, businesses,
government and educational institutions, and emergency response
facilities. Lite Access remains flexible and innovative in its
commitment to providing global clients and partners with the most
cost-effective and proven fibre connectivity solutions
available.
www.liteaccess.com
Forward Looking
Information
This news release contains statements that, to the extent
they are not recitations of historical fact, may constitute
"forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable
Canadian securities laws. Lite Access uses words such as "may",
"would", "could", "will", "likely", "expect", "believe", "intend"
and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are
not limited to, statements regarding the completion of the
Transaction, the structure, terms and conditions of the Transaction
and the execution of the definitive agreement. Such forward-looking
statements are based on a number of assumptions of management,
including, without limitation, that the Company and Ironman will be
able to negotiate the Definitive Agreement on the terms and within
the time frame expected; that the Company will be able to obtain
shareholder approval for the Transaction; that the Company will be
able to obtain any necessary third party and regulatory approvals
required for the Transaction; and, if completed, that the
Transaction will provide the expected benefits to the Company,
Ironman and the shareholders of both companies. Many
factors could cause Lite Access' actual results to differ
materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking
statements contained in this news release. Such factors include,
among other things: adverse market conditions, general
economic, market or business risks, unanticipated costs, the
failure of Ironman and the Company to negotiate the Definitive
Agreement on the terms and conditions and within the timeframe
expected, the failure of the Company to obtain shareholder approval
for the Transaction, the Company's failure to obtain any necessary
regulatory approvals for the Transaction, and the risks and
uncertainties described in Lite Access's most recent Management
Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) for the financial year ended
September 30, 2022, which can be
accessed at www.sedar.com. The "forward-looking statements"
contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release
and, unless required by applicable law, Lite Access undertakes no
obligation to publicly update or revise such information, whether
as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation
Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the
TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or
accuracy of this release.
SOURCE Lite Access Technologies Inc