My thoughts exactly. Noront would have been a much better jv partner imo. But we all know Peter is ultra paranoid of a takeout offer and probably thought Noront would make a play. I pleaded in March for Noront to move on fnc... Especially when Franco Nevada got involved. But easier said than done for sure. PS is way too soft a negotiator if you ask me... but obviously astute at staying in power for the benefit of himself and close friends. Looks like those who were paid in shares are going to end up earning more than what was owed. That was so dirty in my opinion, but obvious why he wants to keep those closest to him happy. GlA, Eudai