Hyon AS announces update on strategic review
Drammen, Norway, 16 August 2023 Hyon AS (HYON) ("Company") announces that its
Board of Directors (the "Board") has resolved to broaden its previously
announced strategic review process to include options for closing down
operations.
Reference is made to the Company's announcement on 5 July 2023, where it was
announced that the Board had initiated a strategic review process to investigate
opportunities with the aim to secure shareholder value and to secure funding to
pursue the Company's development plans.
The ongoing strategic review process has to date not resulted in available
alternatives that can extend the cash runway within an appropriate timeframe.
The Company remains in a position where it has available cash to cover its
operations to year-end 2023, however the Board may have to take action to reduce
cost prior to year-end to maintain this position.
Should the Company's lack of funding extend further in time, the Company will
move towards a situation where it will not be able to finance current
operations. On this basis, the Board has resolved to assess all cost reduction
measures, which may include reduction of personnel. Further, should the
strategic review not result in any viable option for continued operations, the
Board will also consider closing down operations and winding up of the Company.
In addition to the broadened scope of the review, the Company continues to
explore strategic alternatives, including financing, structural alternatives,
government supported R&D programs and other relevant market opportunities. No
assurances can be given as to the outcome or timing of the review process.
For further inquiries, please contact: Jørn Kristian Lindtvedt CEO
(jorn.lindtvedt@hyon.energy), or Otto Søberg Chairman of the Board
(Otto.Soeberg@outlook.com).