Blasts are carefully designed and timed to optimise rock fragmentation.
its people and its long-term prospects. We look forward to welcoming Omnia’s talented teams to the Solar Group, building on what they have already achieved and unlocking the next chapter of shared growth.” A broader platform for customers and growth The proposed transaction creates opportunities across the combined group to share technology and R&D, strengthen the integrated manufacturing and supply-chain platform and enhance commercial resilience. Through access to new technology and innovation, greater scale, new and growing markets, and an expanded customer offering, the combination will support faster growth across Omnia’s businesses and create greater value for all stakeholders. In Mining, BME’s digital blasting technologies, including AXXIS®, and integrated ammonium nitrate capability complement Solar group’s manufacturing scale, initiating-systems capabilities and international footprint, supporting Omnia’s ambition to create a global mining solutions business of scale. In Agriculture, Omnia’s leading SADC business, trusted brand, differentiated product portfolio, Nutriology® model and growing international biostimulants platform can leverage Solar group’s presence to expand market access and support the combined company’s broader growth and diversification ambitions. South Africa The proposed transaction reflects significant inward foreign direct investment and confidence in South Africa’s economy and the prospects of its mining, agriculture and manufacturing sectors. The acquirer recognises the importance of B-BBEE and public- interest considerations and Omnia’s broader role in South Africa. It intends to support Omnia’s continued contribution to economic transformation, inclusive growth and sustainable development. They are also committed to the continued development of Omnia’s employees through skills development, technology and R&D transfer, and broader international exposure. Until the completion of the proposed transaction, Omnia and Solar group will continue to operate independently with a continued focus on customers. The proposed transaction remains subject to Omnia shareholder and regulatory approvals, and the other Scheme Conditions set out in the firm intention announcement. n
Operators worldwide are turning to integrated explosives and blasting solutions to deliver more predictable and efficient outcomes.
to become a global mining solutions business of scale. It also provides opportunities to expand Omnia’s sustainable Agriculture solutions into new markets. Importantly, matched with Solar group’s track record in South Africa and across the globe, the proposed transaction accelerates the execution of our growth strategy, building on the strength of our businesses, technology, brands and people, while giving them greater scale, reach and opportunity. We believe the combination positions Omnia’s businesses strongly for their next phase and provides an opportunity to take what has been built in South Africa onto an even larger international stage.” Manish Nuwal, Chief Executive Officer of the Solar Group, said: “Omnia is a high-quality business we have long admired, with leading positions in mining and agriculture, differentiated technology and brands, and deep customer relationships built over many years. We have great respect for what the Omnia team has created and see significant potential to build on these strengths as part of the Solar Group. The proposed transaction represents an important step in our international growth ambitions. BME brings a strong global mining platform and leading technology in electronic initiation systems that complement our existing industrial explosives business, while Omnia Agriculture provides Solar group with an established position in integrated crop nutrition and biologicals - an attractive sector underpinned by the long-term importance of food security, sustainable agriculture and farm productivity. Solar SA’s offer reflects the confidence in Omnia’s business,
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