Trillion Energy International Inc. has completed a debt settlement transaction involving the issuance of 2,237,082 common shares to settle $101,854.10 in outstanding obligations. The shares will be subject to a four-month and one-day hold period in compliance with Canadian securities laws. This strategic debt resolution allows Trillion Energy to manage its financial obligations while preserving cash resources for ongoing operations and development projects.
The settlement includes 573,002 shares issued to an officer for management services, which is categorized as a related-party transaction under Multilateral Instrument 61-101. The company has utilized available exemptions from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements, as the insider participation remains below 25% of its market capitalization. This approach demonstrates how publicly traded companies can navigate regulatory requirements while addressing financial commitments to related parties.
The company, which focuses on oil and natural gas production in Europe and Türkiye, holds significant interests in key energy assets. Trillion Energy maintains a 49% interest in the SASB natural gas field located in the Black Sea and a 19.6% interest in the Cendere oil field. These strategic holdings position the company within important energy-producing regions, contributing to its overall asset portfolio and production capabilities.
The share issuance demonstrates the company's approach to managing corporate financial commitments through equity transactions, a common practice among publicly traded companies seeking to balance debt reduction and operational funding. By converting debt obligations into equity, Trillion Energy can strengthen its balance sheet while maintaining liquidity for ongoing exploration and development activities. This method of financial management provides an alternative to cash payments, allowing companies to conserve resources for core business operations and strategic investments in their energy assets.
