Dec 22 (Reuters) - IAMGOLD Corp IMG.TO :
* Transaction will proceed by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement under business corporations act
* IAMGOLD Corp says expects to issue 6.9 million shares, amounting to less than 1.5% of its issued and outstanding shares, in connection with transaction
* IAMGOLD signs agreement to acquire 100% of Merrex Gold Source text for Eikon: ID:nCNWqrc7Va Further company coverage: IMG.TO