Post asset disposition, Cameco, one of the world's largest publicly listed uranium producers is expected to carry this promising Yeelirrie project forward with greater zeal and responsibility. Dean Dalla Valle, the Uranium President at BHP Biliton, seems contented regarding this divestiture deal with Cameco. Billiton's high quality resource base and low-cost operations ensure significant competitive advantage over the likes of Alcoa Inc ( AA ) and Vale S.A ( VALE ). The company's strategic acquisitions, as well as divestiture of non-performing assets help to control and strengthen its balance sheet, raising investor confidence.