Clarification on the execution of the Binding Term Sheet by and among Synergy Grid & Development Phils., Inc. (“SGP”), Maharlika Investment Corporation (“MIC”), Messrs. Henry T. Sy Jr., and Roberto G. Coyiuto, Jr., and Alameda Energy, Inc. (“AEI”) with regard to MIC’s investment in SGP |
Gentlemen:
We reply to the correspondence of The Philippine Stock Exchange (the “Exchange”) dated 30 January 2025 requesting Synergy Grid & Development Phils., Inc. (“SGP”) for clarification on the execution of the Binding Term Sheet by and among SGP, Maharlika Investment Corporation (“MIC”), Messrs. Henry T. Sy Jr., and Roberto G. Coyiuto, Jr., and Alameda Energy, Inc. (“AEI”) with regard to MIC’s investment in SGP.
SGP emphasizes that the Binding Term Sheet is still subject to several conditions, among them the completion of the due diligence on SGP and its subsidiaries, the negotiation and execution of the definitive agreements and corporate approvals and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Since the Binding Term Sheet has confidentiality provisions, we can only respond to your queries as follows:
1. The total number of convertible preferred shares subscribed
Currently, SGP has no convertible preferred shares based on its authorized capital stock (“ACS”). Pursuant to the terms of the Binding Term Sheet, SGP will apply for the increase of its ACS with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in order to create and issue convertible preferred shares (“SGP Preferred Shares”). MIC will subscribe to newly created SGP Preferred Shares which would be equivalent to approximately twenty percent (20%) equity interest in SGP, which will entitle MIC to appoint two (2) out of nine (9) directors in SGP’s Board of Directors.
2. The features of the preferred shares
This matter is subject to the confidentiality clause in the Binding Term Sheet and the completion of the due diligence on SGP and its subsidiaries and the negotiation and execution of the definitive agreements.
3. The transaction value, pricing, and conversion terms
This matter is subject to the confidentiality clause in the Binding Term Sheet and the completion of the due diligence on SGP and its subsidiaries and the negotiation and execution of the definitive agreements.
4. The intended use of proceeds
The proceeds of the transaction will be used to fund capital expenditure projects of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (“NGCP”).
5. Details of the proposed transaction, including the implementation timeline
MIC intends to invest in NGCP through the subscription of shares in SGP, which would result in MIC owning approximately twenty percent (20%) of the equity interest in SGP that indirectly owns around forty percent (40%) of NGCP (the “Transaction”).
Within ninety (90) days from the execution of the Binding Term Sheet, unless mutually extended by the parties, the following activities shall be completed: (1) MIC’s due diligence on SGP and its related entities, and (2) negotiation and execution of the relevant transaction documents, including but not limited to the Investment Framework Agreement and Shareholders’ Agreement.
6. Applicable regulatory requirements
SGP and MIC must comply with the relevant regulations of the government, including but not limited to, the SEC and the Exchange.
7. The impact of the transaction on the Company’s business, operations, and financial conditions
The Transaction will generate funds for the capital expenditures of NGCP. The Transaction will also result in MIC owning approximately twenty percent (20%) equity interest in SGP, which will entitle MIC to appoint two (2) out of nine (9) directors in SGP’s Board of Directors.
8. Any conditions precedent to the closing of the transaction
This matter is subject to the confidentiality clause in the Binding Term Sheet and the completion of the due diligence on SGP and its subsidiaries and the negotiation and execution of the definitive agreements.
We trust that you find the foregoing clarification in order. |