IAMGOLD Corporation is pleased to announce the closing of the sale of IAMGOLD’s interest in Omai Bauxite Mining Inc. (”OBMI”) and Omai Services Inc. (”OSI”) to Bosai Minerals Group Co., Ltd. (”Bosai Minerals”), pursuant to a Share Purchase agreement originally announced on December 19, 2006. Cash proceeds of $28.5 million have been paid to IAMGOLD. In addition, the transaction results in a reduction of the Company’s third-party debt by $17.7 million.
We are pleased that the sale of the Bauxite assets has been completed. This transaction supports IAMGOLD’s focus and commitment to maximize shareholder value,” stated Joseph Conway, President & CEO of IAMGOLD. “We will continue to optimize our portfolio to unlock the potential of our asset base.”
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IAMGOLD Corporation
Lisa Doddridge
Director, Investor Relations
(416) 360-4710 or Toll-free: 1-888-IMG-9999
(416) 360-4750 (FAX)
Email: info@iamgold.com
Website: http://www.iamgold.com
Source: IAMGOLD Corporation
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