Mineral Resources Limited (ASX:MIN) entered into binding heads of agreement to acquire Lake Johnston Project from Poseidon Nickel Limited (ASX:POS) for AUD 15 million on March 15, 2024. Consideration comprises of AUD 1 million non-refundable cash payment, AUD 6.5 million payable on completion of a formal sale and purchase agreement and AUD 7.5 million deferred payment (payable 12 months after completion). The transaction is conditional upon completion of legal due diligence on the sale assets to the reasonable satisfaction of Mineral Resources, the Parties entering into an assignment deed with the relevant parties in respect of the Ngadju Native Title Agreement on terms acceptable to Poseidon Nickel and the consent of the Minister for Mines and Petroleum being obtained under the Mining Act for the transfer of all the rights and obligations in respect of the tenements. The transaction will provide Poseidon with the funding to execute Mineral Resources' strategy which includes an exploration focus targeting high-grade nickel discoveries, continuing with reduced care and maintenance activities at Black Swan (to conserve funds) and pursuing new opportunities. The transaction is expected to close within thirty days of execution of the binding heads of agreement.

Mineral Resources Limited (ASX:MIN) canceled the acquisition of Lake Johnston Project from Poseidon Nickel Limited (ASX:POS) on May 8, 2024.