Yes, I agree that someone is definitely keeping Ear's share...

Yes, I agree that someone is definitely keeping Ear's share price down, the trading pattern each day confirms that view.
I also believe that NST will at some time make an offer for EAR, the only question I cant answer is WHEN?
If you research NST you will find that they have grown thru these takeovers and EAR is a perfect candidate for them, why would they have invested to the level they have and now a board member has been added.
They certainly haven't bought 20% of EAR for a capital gain, so what other reason would they have?????