EdgeTI Announces Closing of Acquisition of Austal Australia's Technology Division
Executive Summary
- Edge Total Intelligence Inc. completed the acquisition of technology assets from Austal Limited, including planning software, a branched LUSI solution, an enterprise asset management suite for marine applications, and related IP licenses.
- The consideration was 6,075,459 subordinate voting shares (SVS) issued to Austal, representing 9.9 % of the company’s non‑diluted SVS equity at a deemed price of C$1.00 per share, subject to lock‑up and anti‑dilution provisions tied to a future U.S. uplisting transaction.
- Austal received a right of first refusal on certain marine/fast‑ferry opportunities, the ability to nominate one director while holding ≥5 % voting interest, and will transition key personnel to support continuity of service.
Key Details
- Acquired Assets:
- Planning software product focused on aviation applications.
- Branched LUSI (Land Use Simulation Interface) solution.
- Enterprise asset management software suite for marine applications.
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Additional minor workflow/automation software products and related IP licenses.
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Consideration Shares:
- 6,075,459 SVS issued to Austal (9.9 % of non‑diluted SVS).
- Deemed price per share: C$1.00.
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Shares are subject to a lock‑up agreement; Austal may not sell/transfer the shares except for carve‑outs until the “Reversion Term” expires.
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Lock‑Up / Reversion Terms:
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Lock‑up remains in effect until the earlier of: (i) termination of the Framework Collaboration Agreement (FCA) by Austal, (ii) completion of a U.S. uplisting transaction (NASDAQ/NYSE), (iii) a change of control at Austal (unless due to Australian government call option), (iv) five‑year anniversary of closing, or (v) another mutually agreed date.
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Anti‑Dilution Provision:
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Upon successful U.S. uplisting, EdgeTI will issue additional SVS or other equity securities (“Anti‑Dilution Shares”) so Austal retains a 9.9 % stake post‑uplist.
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Right of First Refusal / Joint Partnership:
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If EdgeTI obtains opportunities to use the Acquired Assets in specified global marine, army maritime, or fast‑ferry markets (list of jurisdictions provided), Austal has a right of first refusal to jointly partner on such opportunities.
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Board Nomination Right:
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Austal may nominate one individual for election/appointment to EdgeTI’s board while its shareholding remains ≥5 % for more than 20 consecutive calendar days.
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Personnel Transition:
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Selected key Austal personnel will transition to EdgeTI to ensure continuity of service to Austal’s existing programs and customers.
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Conditions & Closing:
- All conditions precedent were satisfied/waived; the transaction is arm‑length with no finder's fees or debt assumed by EdgeTI.
Notable Quotes
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