CMS advises AMG Critical Materials on the strategic acquisition of AURA Technologies

Frankfurt – AMG Critical Materials has completed the acquisition of AURA Technologies, thereby strengthening its position in the processing of high-purity molybdenum in a circular economy. This significant transaction marks a major milestone for AMG in expanding its critical materials platform and reinforces the company's commitment to sustainable resource management. The deal establishes the first circular molybdenum processing plant in the Western market, setting new standards for supply chain resilience.

CMS provided AMG Critical Materials with comprehensive legal due diligence and advised them on all legal and tax aspects of the transaction agreements. This included negotiating and structuring of the deal, paying particular attention to the related party transaction involving the CEO of the listed buyer group. Partner Dr Peter Polke led the CMS team, ensuring compliance and transparency throughout the process. Dr Bogislav Wilmers Rauschert, Head of Legal at AMG Technologies, oversaw the legal aspects of the transaction for the in-house team.

AMG Critical Materials is a global provider of critical materials and advanced process technologies, focusing on the production and development of energy storage materials such as lithium, vanadium, and tantalum. The company has production facilities and sales offices around the world and delivers innovative solutions for a less carbon-intensive future.

AURA Technologies specialises in processing spent hydrodesulfurisation catalysts and operates a fully permitted facility in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. By integrating AMG's proprietary refining technology, AURA is able to transform spent catalysts into high-purity molybdenum products, thereby contributing to more sustainable industry practices.

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