US Silica $750 million acquisition of EP Minerals

Overview:

• US Silica has acquired industrial mineral producer EP Minerals in a $775 million deal. 
• EP Minerals had been a portfolio company of private equity firm Golden Gate Capital. 
• Centerview Partners acted as financial adviser for US Silica. 
• The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2018. 

Kurt Stumpo - Journalist