Ampol
(ASX:ALD) has been given another 2 weeks to settle its take-over deal with New Zealand’s fuel distribution and retailing company Z Energy
(ASX:ZEL).
The petroleum giant announced this morning that its 4 week exclusivity period to acquire all shares in Z energy has been extended by a further two weeks, to address outstanding matters, and to agree terms on a scheme implementation agreement.
Ampol also noted that there is no guarantee that a binding transaction will be agreed or completed between the two companies, but will continue to keep shareholders updated on the transaction progress.
The news comes after Ampol announced a NZ $3.78 per share offer for Z Energy in August, and received due diligence and exclusivity.
When the proposal was submitted, CEO Matt Halliday said, "a successful acquisition would create an A&NZ leader in fuel, with significant regional scale and trusted and iconic brands on both sides of the Tasman.”
Shares in Ampol
(ASX:ALD) are trading 1.9 per cent higher $28.19 while shares in Z Energy
(ASX:ZEL) are trading 1.8 per cent lower $3.28.
