TSN: Scheme Booklet registered by ASIC
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Scheme Booklet registered by ASIC
29 June 2023
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
Melbourne, Australia, 29 June 2023: The Sustainable Nutrition Group (ASX:TSN) (“TSN”
or the “Company”), is pleased to announce that the Australian Securities and Investments
Commission (ASIC) has today registered the explanatory statement (Scheme Booklet) in
relation to the proposed acquisition of all the shares in TSN by Elixinol Wellness Limited
ACN 621 479 794 (EXL) by way of a scheme of arrangement, as announced on 29
November 2022.
This follows the announcement made by TSN on 28 June 2023 that the Federal Court of
Australia made orders approving the dispatch of the Scheme Booklet to TSN Shareholders
and convening the meeting of TSN Shareholders to consider and vote on the Scheme
(Scheme Meeting).
Terms not defined in this announcement, have the meaning given to them in the Scheme
Booklet.
Scheme Booklet
A copy of the Scheme Booklet, including the Independent Expert's Report and the notice
of the Scheme Meeting, is attached to this announcement and will be dispatched to TSN
Shareholders on 3 July 2023.
TSN Shareholders who have elected to receive communications electronically will receive
an email with links to where they can download the Scheme Booklet and lodge their
proxies for the Scheme Meeting. TSN Shareholders who have elected to receive hard
copies of TSN meeting documents will be mailed a printed copy of the Scheme Booklet
and proxy form for the Scheme Meeting. Any TSN Shareholder who has not made any
election will receive a letter with links to where they can download the Scheme Booklet
and lodge their proxy for the Scheme Meeting.
Scheme Meeting
The Scheme requires approval of TSN Shareholders and will be considered at the Scheme
Meeting. The Scheme Meeting will be held at K&L Gates offices located on Level 25, 525
Collins Street Melbourne on Wednesday 2 August 2023 at 10 am.
The TSN Directors maintain their recommendation that TSN Shareholders should vote in
favour of the Scheme in absence of a Superior Proposal.
Further Information
The Scheme Booklet explains the effect of the Scheme between TSN and the TSN
Shareholders. The Scheme Booklet is an important document and you should read this
Scheme Booklet in its entirety before making a decision as to how to vote at the Scheme
Meeting. If you are in doubt as to what you should do, you should consult your legal,
investment or other professional adviser.
ASX Code: TSN
THE SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION GROUP LTD
www.sustainablenutrition.com.au
Level 4, 100 Albert Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Scheme Booklet Registered by ASIC
29 June 2023
Indicative Key Dates
The Scheme Booklet details in full the important dates for the Scheme, however, a
summary of the indicative key dates are provided below:
Event
Date and time
Date and time for determining eligibility to vote at Scheme Meeting
7pm on 31 July 2023
Latest date and time for lodgement of Proxy Forms or powers of attorney for
Scheme Meeting
10 am on 31 July 2023
Scheme Meeting to vote on the Scheme
10 am, 2 August 2023
Second Court Date for approval of the Scheme
7 August 2023
Effective Date – Court Order lodged with ASIC and announced to ASX
8 August 2023
TSN Shares cease trading on ASX at close of trading
8 August 2023
Scheme Record Date for determining participants in the Scheme and
entitlements to Scheme Consideration
10 August 2023
Implementation Date – Scheme Shares transferred to EXL and Scheme
Consideration provided to Scheme Participants
17 August 2023
Dates may change
The timetable above is indicative only and certain dates and times are subject to receipt
of all necessary approvals from TSN Shareholders, the Court and other Regulatory
Authorities. TSN, in consultation with EXL, may vary any or all of these dates and times,
subject to Court approval where required.
Any changes to the above timetable will be announced to ASX, www.asx.com.au. The
actual timetable will depend on factors outside the control of TSN and implementation of
the Scheme is subject to the satisfaction or, if applicable, waiver of the Scheme Conditions
(see Sections 1.3 and 9.9 of the Scheme Booklet).
All references to time are to Australian Eastern Standard Time unless otherwise stated.
For further information, please contact:
Pauline Gately
Interim Non-Executive Chair
The Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd
+61 3 9692 7222
Authorised for release by the TSN Board of Directors
ASX Code: TSN
THE SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION GROUP LTD
www.sustainablenutrition.com.au
Level 4, 100 Albert Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Scheme Booklet registered by ASIC
29 June 2023
About TSN
The Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd (ASX:TSN) is a vertically integrated business which
produces, manufactures, and distributes a range of sustainable and plant-based nutrition
brands, including hemp products under the Mt Elephant, Australian Primary Hemp, Field
Day and The Australian Superfood Company brands to retail, wholesale, e-commerce and
white label customers in Australia. TSN engages across the value chain encompassing seed
selection, farming, processing, packaging, distribution and sales of bulk, food service and
retail products.
About EXL
Elixinol Wellness Limited (ASX:EXL) is a pioneer in the global hemp industry, innovating,
marketing and selling hemp and other plant-derived nutraceutical, cosmetic and food
products. The Company’s simplified business model is focusing on:
• In the Americas, innovating, marketing and selling high quality Elixinol branded hemp
and other plant-derived nutraceutical and skincare products based in Colorado, USA
• In Australia, Hemp Foods Australia is a leading hemp food wholesaler, retailer,
manufacturer and exporter of bulk and branded raw materials, and finished products
• In the United Kingdom, South Africa, Japan, Brazil and Mexico, branded hemp and
other plant-derived products are available to consumers via exclusive Distribution
and/or Trademark and Know-How Licensing Agreements
• Across the Rest of World, expanding distribution of branded hemp and other plantderived products through reputable distributors as key markets open.
See more at www.elixinolwellness.com
ASX Code: TSN
THE SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION GROUP LTD
www.sustainablenutrition.com.au
Level 4, 100 Albert Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205
The Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd
ACN 071 666 334
SCHEME BOOKLET
For the recommended Scheme of Arrangement between
The Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd ACN 071 666 334
and its shareholders in relation to the proposed acquisition by Elixinol
Wellness Limited of all the issued shares in The Sustainable Nutrition
Group Ltd
Each Director recommends you VOTE IN FAVOUR of the Scheme in the absence of a
Superior Proposal.
The Independent Expert has concluded that in the absence of a Superior Proposal the
Scheme is "not fair but reasonable" and "in the best interests" of TSN Shareholders.
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT DOCUMENT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS IN RELATION TO THE SCHEME BOOKLET OR THE
SCHEME MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LEGAL, INVESTMENT OR OTHER
PROFESSIONAL ADVISER
Legal Adviser
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IMPORTANT
NOTICES
The Scheme Booklet
This Scheme Booklet sets out details of the Scheme and
constitutes the Explanatory Statement for the Scheme for
the purposes of section 412(1) of the Corporations Act. It
explains the effect of the Scheme between The
Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd ACN 071 666 334 (TSN
or Company) and the TSN Shareholders to be
considered at the Scheme Meeting.
You should read this Scheme Booklet in its entirety
before making a decision as to how to vote on the
resolutions to be considered at the Scheme Meeting. If
you are in doubt as to what you should do, you should
consult your legal, investment or other professional
adviser.
ASIC and ASX
A copy of this Scheme Booklet has been examined and
registered by ASIC for the purposes of section 412(6) of
the Corporations Act. ASIC has been requested to
provide a statement, in accordance with section
411(17)(b) of the Corporations Act, that ASIC has no
objection to the Scheme. If ASIC provides that statement,
then it will be produced to the Court at the time of the
Court hearing to approve the Scheme. Neither ASIC nor
any of its officers take any responsibility for the contents
of this Scheme Booklet.
A copy of this document has been lodged with ASX.
Neither ASX nor any of its officers take any responsibility
for the contents of this document.
Federal Court Notice
IMPORTANT NOTICE ASSOCIATED WITH COURT
ORDER UNDER SECTION 411(1) OF THE
CORPORATIONS ACT 2001
The fact that under section 411(1) of the Corporations
Act the Court has ordered that a meeting be convened
and has approved the explanatory statement required to
accompany the notices of the meeting does not mean
that the Court:
(a) has formed any view as to the merits of the proposed
scheme or as to how members/creditors should vote (on
this matter members/creditors must reach their own
decision); or
(b) has prepared, or is responsible for, the content of the
explanatory statement.
Notice of Scheme Meeting
The Notice of Scheme Meeting is included in this
Scheme Booklet as Annexure F.
Notice of Second Court Hearing
On the Second Court Date, the Federal Court of Australia
will consider whether to approve the Scheme following
the vote at the Scheme Meeting. Any TSN Shareholder
may attend the hearing held on the Second Court Date,
expected to be held on 7 August 2023. The Court’s list is
usually available by 4.30pm the day before the hearing.
Any TSN Shareholder who wishes to oppose approval of
the Scheme at the hearing on the Second Court Date
may do so by filing with the Court and serving on TSN a
notice of appearance in the prescribed form together with
any affidavit that the TSN Shareholder proposes to rely
on.
Investment decisions
The information contained in this Scheme Booklet does
not constitute financial product advice. This Scheme
Booklet does not take into account the investment
objectives, financial situation or particular needs of
individual TSN Shareholders or any other person.
Independent financial and taxation advice should be
sought before making any decision in relation to the
Scheme.
Responsibility statement
The Company Information has been prepared by TSN
and its directors and is the responsibility of TSN. The
directors, officers and advisers of Elixinol Wellness
Limited ACN 621 479 794 (EXL) do not assume any
responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the
TSN Information.
The Elixinol Information has been provided by EXL and
its directors and is the responsibility of EXL. TSN and its
directors, officers and advisers do not assume any
responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the
Elixinol Information.
RSM Australia Pty Ltd has prepared the Independent
Expert’s Report in Annexure B and is responsible for that
report only. None of TSN or EXL nor any of their
respective affiliates, Subsidiaries, directors, officers,
employees or advisers assume any responsibility for the
accuracy or completeness of the information contained in
the Independent Expert's Report.
Forward looking statements
Certain statements in this Scheme Booklet relate to the
future. Forward-looking statements can be identified by
the use of forward looking words such as “may”, “should”,
“expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “scheduled” or
“continue,” their negative equivalent, or comparable
terminology. Such statements involve known and
unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other
important factors that may cause the actual results,
performance or achievements of TSN to be materially
different from the results, performance or achievements
expressed or implied by such statements. The operation
and financial performance of TSN is subject to various
risks and which may be beyond the control of TSN or
EXL. As a result, the actual results of TSN's operations
and earnings following implementation of the Scheme
and the actual advantages of the Scheme may differ from
those that are anticipated or may not be achieved.
Any forward looking statements in this Scheme Booklet
are made, and reflect views held, only as at the date of
this Scheme Booklet. TSN and EXL make no
representation and give no assurance or guarantee that
the occurrence of the events or the achievement of
results expressed or implied in such statements will
actually occur. You are cautioned not to rely on any
forward-looking statement.
Privacy and personal information
TSN will need to collect personal information to
implement the Scheme. The personal information may
include the names, contact details and details of holdings
of TSN's Shareholders, plus contact details of individuals
appointed by TSN Shareholders to act as proxies,
corporate representatives or attorneys at the Scheme
Meeting. The primary purpose of the collection of
personal information is to assist TSN in the conduct of
the Scheme Meeting and to enable the Scheme to be
implemented. The collection of certain personal
information is required or authorised by the Corporations
Act.
TSN Shareholders and other individuals in respect of
whom personal information is collected, have certain rights
to access the personal information collected about them
and can contact the TSN Share Registry on 1800 236 994
(within Australia) or +61 1300 554 474 (outside Australia)
if they wish to exercise those rights.
Personal information may be disclosed to the share
registrars of TSN or EXL, print and mail service
providers, authorised securities brokers, Related Bodies
Corporate of TSN and EXL, and TSN and EXL's advisers
to the extent necessary to effect the Scheme. If the
information outlined above is not collected, TSN may be
hindered in, or prevented from, conducting the Scheme
Meeting, or implementing the Scheme effectively or at all.
TSN Shareholders who appoint a named person to act as
their proxy, corporate representative or attorney at the
Scheme Meeting should ensure that they inform that
person of the matters outlined above.
Notice to TSN Shareholders in jurisdictions other
than Australia
This Scheme Booklet has been prepared in compliance
with the disclosure requirements of Australia which may
be different from those in other jurisdictions. This
Scheme Booklet and the Scheme do not in any way
constitute an offer of securities or a solicitation of an offer
to purchase securities in any place in which, or to any
person to whom, it would not be lawful to make such an
offer or solicitation. The offer of New Elixinol Shares will
only be made to those TSN shareholders resident in
Australia.
TSN Shareholders who are Ineligible Shareholders will
not be issued New Elixinol Shares. Instead, the New
Elixinol Shares to which Ineligible Shareholders would
otherwise be entitled to under the Scheme will be issued
to the Sale Nominee and sold through the Share Sale
Facility, with the Share Sale Facility Proceeds being
remitted to those TSN Shareholders. Refer to Section 9.4
for further details on the Share Sale Facility.
Notice to TSN Shareholders in the United States
The New Elixinol Shares have not been and are not
expected to be registered under the US Securities Act or
under the securities laws of any state or other jurisdiction
of the United States. EXL intends to rely on Section
3(a)(10) of the US Securities Act in connection with the
consummation of the Scheme and the issuance of New
Elixinol Shares. Section 3(a)(10) contains an exemption
from the general requirement for securities issued in
exchange for other securities where the terms and
conditions of the issuance and exchange have been
approved by a court of competent jurisdiction, after a
hearing upon the fairness of the terms and conditions of
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the issuance at which all persons to whom the securities
will be issued have the right to appear.
TSN and EXL will rely on approval of the Scheme by the
Court for purposes of qualifying for the Section 3(a)(10)
exemption. This Scheme Booklet has not been filed with
or reviewed by the SEC or any United States state
securities authority and none of them has passed upon or
endorsed the merits of the Scheme or the accuracy,
adequacy or completeness of this Scheme Booklet. Any
representation to the contrary is a criminal offence.
References to time and currency
Unless otherwise stated, a reference to time in this
Scheme Booklet is a reference to Australian Eastern
Standard Time. References to ($ or A$) dollars in this
Scheme Booklet are to Australian dollars, unless
otherwise stated.
Rounding
Certain financial figures in this Scheme Booklet have
been rounded as applicable, unless otherwise stated.
Such figures should be considered as approximate
figures. Any discrepancies in any table between totals
and sums of amounts listed therein or to previously
published financial figures are due to rounding.
Defined terms and interpretation
Capitalised terms used in this Scheme Booklet are
defined either in the Glossary in Section 11 or in the body
of this Scheme Booklet.
Unless otherwise stated or where the context otherwise
requires, all data contained in this Scheme Booklet,
including in charts, graphs and tables, are based on
information available as at the Last Practicable Date.
Websites
Any references in this Scheme Booklet to any website
are for information purposes only and no information
contained on any website forms part of this Scheme
Booklet.
Tax
A general guide to the taxation implications of the
Scheme is set out in Annexure A. This guide is
expressed in general terms only and TSN Shareholders
should consult their tax adviser as to the applicable tax
consequences of the Scheme.
If you have any questions
If after reading this Scheme Booklet in its entirety you do
not fully understand it, you should consult an accountant,
solicitor or other professional adviser for assistance.
This document is very important and should be read in its
entirety.
Date
This Scheme Booklet is dated 28 June 2023.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LETTER FROM THE TSN CHAIR
IMPORTANT DATES
1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
6
9
1.8
SCHEME HIGHLIGHTS
10
Summary of reasons to vote in favour of or against the Scheme
10
Independent Expert's conclusion
11
Scheme Conditions
12
Scheme Consideration
12
Scheme Meeting
12
Warranties and releases
13
Exclusivity, competing proposals, break fee arrangements and cost
contribution
13
Carefully read and consider this Scheme Booklet
14
2.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
3.
3.1
3.2
WHAT TO DO AND HOW TO VOTE
31
Carefully read and consider this Scheme Booklet
31
Consider the reasons to vote in favour of the Scheme, the disadvantages of
voting in favour of the Scheme and the risks of the Scheme
31
Consider the recommendation of the TSN Directors and the opinion of the
Independent Expert
31
Scheme Meeting
31
Vote on the Scheme in person or by proxy
31
Voting entitlements
32
Voting at the Scheme Meeting
32
If you have any further queries
34
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
4.
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4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
ASSESSMENT OF THE SCHEME AND THE REASONS IT IS BEING
PROPOSED
35
TSN Board’s recommendation
35
Why TSN Shareholders should vote in favour of the Scheme
35
If the Scheme does not proceed
36
Disadvantages of voting in favour of the Scheme
37
Other relevant considerations
38
5.
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
5.13
OVERVIEW OF TSN
Background
TSN Brand Portfolio
TSN's corporate structure
TSN's Directors and senior management
TSN historical financial information
Material changes in TSN’s financial position since 30 June 2022
TSN securities and capital structure
Intentions regarding the continuation of TSN's business
TSN dividend policy
Recent share performance
Continuously disclosing entity
Right to inspect and obtain copies of the TSN Register
Loan with Elixinol
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41
42
42
43
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47
50
51
51
52
53
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6.
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
6.10
6.11
6.12
6.13
6.14
6.15
6.16
6.17
6.18
6.19
OVERVIEW OF EXL
Introduction
Overview of EXL
EXL's business
EXL's group structure
EXL's Board and key management
EXL historical financial information
Material changes to EXL's financial position since 31 December 2022
Full-year results
EXL's rationale for the Proposed Transaction
EXL’s intentions if the Scheme is implemented
EXL’s capital structure
EXL employee share plans and incentive plans
EXL's Recent share price history
Substantial shareholders
EXL dividend policy
Publicly available information
Interests of EXL’s Directors
EXL interests and dealings in TSN Shares
Rights and Liabilities attaching to New Elixinol Shares
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55
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55
55
56
57
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7.
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
OVERVIEW OF MERGED GROUP
Introduction
Merged Group overview
Highly complementary product portfolio
Synergies
Strategic reviews
Directors and senior management of the Merged Group
Capital Structure of the Merged Group
Substantial Holders of the Merged Group
Corporate head office
Combined financial information
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75
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8.
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
RISKS
Risks associated with TSN's business
General risks associated with TSN
Specific risks relating to EXL
General risks relating to Merged Group
Risks specific to the Scheme and creation of the Merged Group
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90
9.
9.1
9.2
9.3
9.4
9.5
9.6
9.7
9.8
9.9
9.10
9.11
9.12
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHEME
Overall effect of the Scheme
People who are affected by the Scheme
Scheme Consideration
Share Sale Facility
Steps in implementing the Scheme
If the Scheme does not proceed
Effect of Scheme
Enforcement of Deed Poll
Scheme Conditions
Status of Scheme Conditions
Termination
End Date
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94
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97
97
97
97
99
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100
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9.13
9.14
9.15
9.16
9.17
Establishing Scheme Participants
Suspension and termination of trading in TSN Shares
Covenants and releases by Scheme Participants
Warranties by Scheme Participants
Status of Scheme Shares
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101
101
101
102
10.
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
10.8
10.9
10.10
10.11
10.12
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
103
Relevant Interests in TSN held by TSN Directors
103
Relevant Interests in EXL held by TSN Directors
103
Relevant Interests of TSN in EXL
103
Payments or other benefits to TSN Directors, secretaries or executive officers103
Agreements or arrangements with TSN Directors
103
TSN Directors’ interests in EXL contracts
104
Effect of Scheme on creditors
104
No unacceptable circumstances
104
ASX and ASIC regulatory relief
104
Other material information
104
Interests and Consents of advisers
105
Supplementary information
107
11.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
108
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LETTER FROM THE TSN CHAIR
Dear Shareholder,
On behalf of the TSN Board, I am pleased to provide you with this Scheme Booklet that contains
important information for your consideration about the proposed acquisition of TSN by Elixinol
Wellness Limited (ASX:EXL)(EXL or Elixinol).
THE SCHEME
On 29 November 2022, TSN announced that it had entered into a Scheme Implementation Deed
with EXL. It is proposed that EXL will acquire 100% of issued TSN Shares by way of a Scheme of
Arrangement, subject to approval by TSN Shareholders and the Court, and the satisfaction of
certain other conditions (Scheme).
In consideration for their TSN Shares, TSN Shareholders are to receive 1.1225 New Elixinol
Shares for every TSN Share held on the Scheme Record Date. The Scheme Consideration values
the equity of TSN at approximately $2.2 million 1.
If the Scheme is not approved by the requisite majority of TSN Shareholders or the Court, the
Scheme will not become Effective.
Since the Announcement Date (i) at the TSN 2022 annual general meeting, TSN Shareholders
approved the issue of certain TSN Shares to TSN Directors in lieu of accrued remuneration; and
(ii) Elixinol announced the issue of additional securities (including under the EXL Capital Raise).
This Scheme Booklet incorporates the impact on the Merged Group's share capital structure as a
result of both (i) the issue of these new securities; and (ii) the Scheme being implemented (see
section 7.7).
INDEPENDENT EXPERT
TSN appointed RSM Australia Pty Ltd as the Independent Expert to prepare an Independent
Expert's Report, including an opinion as to whether the Scheme is in the best interests of TSN
Shareholders. The Independent Expert, RSM Australia Pty Ltd, has concluded that in the absence
of a Superior Proposal the Scheme is "not fair but reasonable" and is "in the best interests of
shareholders". A full copy of the Independent Expert's Report is included as Annexure B to this
Scheme Booklet.
TSN BOARD'S RECOMMENDATION
Your Directors have considered the advantages and disadvantages of the Scheme. Each Director
recommends that TSN Shareholders vote in favour of the Scheme in the absence of a Superior
Proposal. Each Director who holds TSN Shares intends to vote in favour of the Scheme in the
absence of a Superior Proposal.
The key reasons why the Board believes the Scheme to be in the best interests of Shareholders
are outlined in Sections 1.1 and 4.2 but some of the key advantages to be considered in the
opinion of the Board are that the Scheme:
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Creates a global plant-based food, health and wellness company: Optimises the supply
chain in Australia by enabling the Merged Group to leverage access to one of the largest
contract grower networks in Australia and negotiate larger purchase contracts, and the
reduced transport and logistics costs and better utilisation of production assets resulting from
1 Based on Elixinol's closing share price of $0.014 as at the Last Practicable Date.
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consolidation of operations in Geelong, nearer to growers than EXL’s current production
facility.
•
Brings together highly complementary product suite with improved product
innovation: Number of brands increase from 4 to 8, across the human nutrition, food, CBD,
pet, and wellness verticals. Additionally, the Merged Group’s new product development and
IP sharing will assist in driving cost effective growth including e-commerce.
•
Expands distribution network: Immediately broadens distribution capabilities across
Australia from ~1,571 locations to 3,994 locations, providing substantial cross-sell
opportunities for EXL and TSN brands, and the ability for EXL and TSN to expand existing
relationships with partners and distributors.
•
Increases size and scale: Leveraging the strategic reviews conducted by both TSN and
EXL, the Merged Group aims to realise economies of scale through the rationalisation of
operations and distribution channels. The Merged Group targets cost and revenue synergies
to be realised over time, as well as margin expansion through the consolidation of operations.
Please note that there are also disadvantages of the Scheme to TSN Shareholders. The key
disadvantages are outlined in Sections 1.1 and 4.4 of the Scheme Booklet and in section 12.7 of
the Independent Expert Report. Some of the key disadvantages include:
•
Scheme is "not fair" to Shareholders: The Independent Expert has determined that the
Scheme is "not fair" to Shareholders.
•
Scheme Consideration: You may believe that the Scheme is not in the best interests of TSN
Shareholders or you may consider that the Scheme Consideration is too low. Additionally, the
value of the Scheme Consideration is not certain and will depend on the price at which New
Elixinol Shares trade on the ASX after the Implementation Date. There is a risk that the New
Elixinol Shares may trade at a price which is lower than the Scheme Consideration after the
Implementation Date.
•
Dilutionary impact: Shareholders will, collectively, have a diluted ownership of 25.3% in the
Merged Group (before the exercise of options or performance rights on issue immediately
after the Scheme). This will reduce Shareholders’ ability to influence decisions such as the
composition of the Board and the acquisition and disposal of assets.
•
You may wish to maintain a direct interest in TSN as a listed company: If the Scheme is
implemented you will no longer be able to participate in any value offered by a direct
investment in TSN.
•
Superior Proposal: You may consider that there is the potential for a Superior Proposal to
be made to TSN. No proposal superior to the Scheme has emerged as at the date of this
Scheme Booklet.
The Board notes that the appropriateness of New Elixinol Shares for TSN Shareholders will
depend on the characteristics and risk profile of individual TSN Shareholders, as well as the
matters set out in the Scheme Booklet (including, without limitation, the Risk Factors set out in
Section 8 of this Scheme Booklet). It is important that you carefully read the Risk Factors as there
are risks involved in an investment in EXL which differ from the risks associated with your current
investment in TSN.
SCHEME MEETING
Your vote is important as the resolutions at the Scheme Meeting require a certain level of TSN
Shareholder support to be approved. I encourage you to read this Scheme Booklet carefully as it
contains information that will assist in both your decision for voting, but also information on how to
vote.
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I also encourage you to vote at the Scheme Meeting held at 10 am on Wednesday, 2 August 2023,
either by personally participating in the Scheme Meeting or by appointing a proxy, an attorney or,
in the case of a TSN Shareholder or proxy who is a corporation, a corporate representative to
participate in the Scheme Meeting and vote on your behalf. Sections 3.7 and 3.8 of this Scheme
Booklet contain further information regarding the Scheme Meeting and your vote.
If you require further information after reading this Scheme Booklet in its entirety, please call the
TSN Share Registry on 1800 236 994 (within Australia) or +61 1300 554 474 (outside Australia),
send an email to registrars@linkmarketservices.com.au or visit TSN's website at
www.sustainablenutrition.com.au.
On behalf of the TSN Board, I thank you for your ongoing support and I look forward to your
participation at the Scheme Meeting.
Yours faithfully,
Pauline Gately
Chair
The Sustainable Nutrition Group Ltd
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