Livingstone advises Sikamar on a capital increase, welcoming a group of private investors into its shareholder base

The investors’ strategic support will drive the growth of one of Spain's leading suppliers of silica sand and kaolin
  • Dec 2024
  • Industrial
  • M&A: Sell-Side
  • Spain
  • CAPITAL-RAISE

Livingstone has advised Sílices y Caolines Martí, S.L. (“Sikamar”) on a capital increase subscribed by a group of private investors, led by Laproe, the investment vehicle of entrepreneur Víctor Carrasco, acquiring a minority stake. This transaction will enable Sikamar to strengthen its market position and accelerate the execution of its strategic growth plan.

Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Valencia, Sikamar is a benchmark company in the production and commercialization of high-quality silica sand and kaolin. Its products are used in a wide variety of industrial sectors, including ceramics, glass, and chemicals. Through this transaction, the company seeks to consolidate its leadership and explore new market opportunities while maintaining the current management team as a cornerstone of the project.

The group of investors comprises family offices and experienced professionals from the industry, which will foster growth opportunities and create sector synergies for Sikamar. They have been legally advised by Borso Abogados.

We are confident that our new partners are key to the next stage of Sikamar’s growth. This support not only strengthens our market position but also allows us to face new challenges with greater solidity and confidence. Having Livingstone’s support has been essential to successfully completing this transaction, which has strengthened us as a company,” said Enrique and Mercedes Martí, shareholders of Sikamar.

Eleuterio Abad, Partner at Livingstone, added: “It has been a pleasure working with Enrique and Mercedes over the past months. We believe that the involvement of this investor group will significantly enhance Sikamar’s financial stability and provide key sector expertise for the years ahead.”

With this transaction, Sikamar not only secures financial support but also reinforces its strategy for market expansion and diversification, preparing for a new chapter full of opportunities.


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  • "We are confident that our new partners are key to the next stage of Sikamar’s growth. This support not only strengthens our market position but also allows us to face new challenges with greater solidity and confidence. Having Livingstone’s support has been essential to successfully completing this transaction, which has strengthened us as a company."
    Enrique and Mercedes Martí, shareholders, Sikamar
  • Eleuterio Abad
    Eleuterio Abad

    Partner Madrid Valencia

    "It has been a pleasure working with Enrique and Mercedes over the past months. We believe that the involvement of this investor group will significantly enhance Sikamar’s financial stability and provide key sector expertise for the years ahead."

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