FebThey (Nick and Co.) said it was only a few days of...

Feb
They (Nick and Co.) said it was only a few days of drilling/rectification of the bore.
Then a few days of further testing/demonstrating.

Mar
Using these test results they go back to the tier 1s they're engaged with and justify the asking price for the whole lot.

Apr
The tier 1s agree to pay up (>$2b), the lawyers get to work drafting contracts.

May
Nick signs the agreements. The money clears in the bank and we all go on expensive holidays.

Correct me if I'm wrong.