Tilray Inc. has acquired a majority of the remaining senior secured convertible notes, amounting to US$165.8 million in MedMen, according to the company’s press release.
- The acquisition allows Tilray to hold a significant equity position in MedMen subject to the Notes conversion and exercise of related warrants on regulatory approvals.
- The convertible notes are currently held by funds affiliated to Gotham Green Partners, and other funds.
- Following the sale, MedMen and GGP extended the debt maturity to 2028 to allow MedMen to pursue its growth priorities and utilize additional strategic opportunities.
- Restrictive covenants on the bonds were also amended, including the elimination of any cash interest commitments, in replacement with pay-in-kind interest.
The acquisition represents about 75% of all outstanding notes and 65% of warrants. Tilray’s rights in the newly formed limited partnership is now 68% of the Notes and the associated warrants.
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