Vedanta Resources explores fundraising for Zambia copper mine

26 Apr 2024 CW Team

Vedanta Resources (VRL), owned by Anil Agarwal, has engaged Standard Chartered Bank to raise funds for its Konkola copper mine assets. According to VRL, they are currently in discussions with various potential partners for both short-term funds and long-term equity financing for the Zambian project.

A Vedanta official stated that their commitment lies in optimizing capital allocation and driving expansion, which is a fundamental aspect of their strategy for the mines. They believe this approach will enhance value creation and operationalise the Konkola Copper Mines (KCM).

A spokesperson for Vedanta mentioned that Standard Chartered Bank is supporting Vedanta in managing its capital structure and ensuring the availability of funds to meet its obligations and sustain operations. They emphasised that it's common for large corporations to engage with financial institutions for such purposes.

Regarding reports of Dubai-based fund International Resources Holdings (IRH) offering to purchase a 51 percent stake in the Zambian project for $1 billion, Vedanta stated that they cannot disclose the identities of partners or investors due to the sensitivity of on-going discussions.

Vedanta reaffirmed its commitment to Zambia and its people, aligning with the country?s vision of producing over 3 million metric tonnes of copper annually within the next 10 years.

The spokesperson expressed optimism about a swift resolution of all pending matters in the Zambian High Court. They noted that the process has already commenced, with creditors? meetings scheduled for May 24 and May 30.

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