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K&L Gates Advises Amaroq on London Stock Exchange Main Market Listing
Global law firm K&L Gates has advised Amaroq Ltd., an independent mine development company focused on unlocking Greenland's mineral potential, on the admission of its shares to the Equity Shares (Commercial Companies) category of the Official List of the UK Financial Conduct Authority and to trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
The admission marks a significant milestone for Amaroq as it continues to advance its mining, exploration, and infrastructure activities in Greenland and supports its next phase of growth. Amaroq believes a Main Market listing will enhance its visibility among international investors and broaden access to long-term institutional capital.
The matter was led by London corporate partner James Green and included senior associates Rob Boughey, Madeleine Williams, and Alex Woolley, associate Eklavya Sharma, and trainee solicitors Anna Carter and Alvi Elezi.
Green commented: “We are delighted to have advised Amaroq on this milestone. Admission to the Main Market is a significant achievement for the company and a testament to the progress it has made in establishing itself as a leading mining and exploration business in Greenland.”
Eldur Olafsson, CEO of Amaroq Ltd., said: “Admission to the Main Market marks an important step in Amaroq's evolution as a producing mining company. We appreciate the support and guidance provided by James Green and the K&L Gates team throughout the process and look forward to continuing to build on our momentum.”
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