Salt Investments S.A

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Salt Investments S.A - overview

Location

Djibouti, -, Djibouti

Primary Industry

Chemicals

About

Salt Investments S. A is focused on the production and distribution of high-purity salt sourced from Lake Assal in Djibouti, catering to various sectors including food and manufacturing. Salt Investments S. A operates primarily in the salt production industry, leveraging resources from Lake Assal known for its sodium chloride purity.


The company is headquartered in Djibouti, Djibouti. It has successfully completed 2 deals, with its latest funding round being a GROWTH round amounting to USD 30. 00 mn, led by Emerging Capital Partners. The total amount raised by the company stands at USD 30.


00 mn. Dan Sutton serves as the CEO of the firm. Djibouti Salt specializes in the production and distribution of high-purity salt, primarily sourced from Lake Assal, which is renowned for its exceptional sodium chloride content exceeding 99%. The company's core offerings include various grades of salt, such as Salt N1, Salt N2, Salt N3, and Salt N4, each characterized by their high sodium chloride purity suitable for diverse industrial and culinary applications.


The purity of these products makes them ideal for sectors that demand stringent quality standards, ensuring they meet the needs of clients across the food, chemical, and manufacturing industries. Djibouti Salt serves a global client base, with customers located in regions including Europe, Asia, and North America, leveraging its product consistency and exceptional quality to establish a strong market presence. Djibouti Salt generates revenue through direct sales of its salt products to various industries, focusing on bulk transactions with B2B clients. The transaction structure typically involves negotiations for large orders, facilitated by the company's dedicated logistical infrastructure, which includes the Port of Goubet designed for efficient bulk shipping.


Clients place orders based on their specific requirements, which are fulfilled through a streamlined supply chain process, emphasizing timely delivery and product integrity. In this context, customers benefit from establishing long-term partnerships that enhance their procurement strategies, while Djibouti Salt positions its high-purity products as essential for maintaining quality assurance in their operations. The company's comprehensive approach to product distribution ensures a reliable revenue stream aligned with market demands. The company is focused on expanding its product line and exploring new markets.


While specific new products are under development, details on release dates have not been disclosed. There is a strategic intention to enter additional markets in Europe and Asia by the end of 2024. The recent GROWTH round funding of USD 30. 00 mn will be utilized to support these initiatives and enhance operational capabilities.


Emerging Capital Partners previously exited its stake in Salt Investments S. A, indicating a strategic shift in investment approach.


Primary Industry

Chemicals

Sub Industries

Adhesives & Sealants

Website

www.djiboutisalt.com

Total Amount Raised

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Salt Investments S.A - deals

Deals TypeDeal StatusTarget (s)Deal DateInvestor(s)Seller(s)Deal size (Mn)Enterprise value (Mn)Post-money valuation (Mn)EBITDA multiple (x)Revenue multiple (x)Lead partner (s)
GrowthCompletedSalt Investments S.A-
Unspecified ExitCompletedSalt Investments S.A-

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