increase to 19.09%, page-3

Probably just a typo, but worth noting the shareholding is now 19.9%, just under the level where a takeover offer would be required. From here AZM could either use 'creep' provisions to increase holdings v slowly over time, or use a formal takeover offer.

I agree with the view that a takeover is currently an unneccessary distraction and a likely cost impost over at least the medium term. Recent Anns suggest we have plenty of +ve stuff already on the go - let's not jeopardise what we have, esp, since we have a substantial finger already in the Castle pie...Pt