Exactly my thoughts.... something in play here IMHO.
I'd say they have already been in discussions and potential buyer has told ECX they want it to happen sooner than later and get it cleared up and they are happy to pay the 1.8c penalty.
ECX Price at posting:
79.0¢ Sentiment: Buy Disclosure: Held
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