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Barnwell Industries agrees to sell Water Resources International for $2M, focuses on oil & gas
BARNWELL INDUSTRIES INC
- Stock Purchase Agreement with West Maui Construction Inc. for $2,000,000 gross proceeds, effective Dec 12, 2023.
- Sale expected to close in early 2024 (BII's second fiscal quarter), subject to due diligence and conditions.
- Proceeds to be used for general corporate purposes, with focus on reinvestment in domestic and Canadian oil and gas operations.
- Transaction streamlines operations; holding company G&A savings and proceeds strengthen debt-free balance sheet.
- CEO Alex Kinzler states sale is a milestone in focusing resources on highest-return opportunities.