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ARLP subsidiary enters related-party distribution deal with CEO-affiliated supplier for Africa
ALLIANCE RESOURCE PARTNERS LP
- Matrix Design Africa (ARLP sub) signed Master Supply Agreement with Saminco Solutions, affiliate of CEO Joseph Craft III.
- Non-exclusive distribution rights for products in Africa and other non-US territories; Saminco may also buy from Matrix.
- Initial term 5 years, auto-renewing annually; either party may terminate without cause on 90 days' notice.
- Conflicts Committee approved the transaction, determining it fair and reasonable to ARLP and unitholders.
- Joseph Craft III beneficially owns ~14.6% of ARLP common units and serves as President, CEO, and Chairman.