Memorial Resource Development Corp. (NASDAQ: MRD) opened a public offering of 30 million common shares, the company said Nov. 10.

Underwriters were granted a monthlong option to purchase 4.5 million additional shares, the company added.

Memorial Resource Development said it will not sell any shares or receive any proceeds.

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Houston-based Memorial Resource Development Corp. develops domestic oil and natural gas.