International Resources Holding Acquires Majority Stake in Alphamin Resources
Deal News | Jul 24, 2025 | White & Case LLP
Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised International Resources Holding (IRH), the mining investment arm of International Holding Company based in Abu Dhabi, on its acquisition of a 56% stake in Alphamin Resources Corp. The stake was acquired from Tremont Master Holdings, a subsidiary of the US private equity group Denham Capital. This acquisition is part of IRH’s strategic plan to acquire high-quality, long-life mining assets with significant growth potentials globally, enhancing its reputation in the industrial metals sector. Alphamin is recognized as a leading global tin producer with its operations centered around the Bisie Mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. White & Case previously advised IRH on the acquisition of Mopani Copper Mines in Zambia. A team of partners and associates from White & Case across multiple offices, including Dubai, London, Abu Dhabi, Johannesburg, Washington, and Brussels, was involved in advising on this deal.
Sectors
- Mining and Metals
- Legal Services
- Private Equity
Geography
- United Arab Emirates – International Resources Holding is based in Abu Dhabi.
- Democratic Republic of the Congo – Alphamin operates major mining operations in this country.
- United States – The selling party, Tremont Master Holdings, is a subsidiary of Denham Capital, a US-based private equity group.
- Canada – Alphamin Resources is dual-listed on the Toronto stock exchange.
- South Africa – Alphamin Resources is also listed on the Johannesburg stock exchange.
Industry
- Mining and Metals – The acquisition involves major companies in the mining sector, focusing on industrial metals like tin.
- Legal Services – White & Case LLP provided legal advisory services for the transaction.
- Private Equity – The transaction involves private equity interests with Denham Capital's subsidiary selling its stake.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| White & Case LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | A global law firm advising on the transaction. |
| International Resources Holding | Acquirer | Company | The mining investment arm of International Holding Company in Abu Dhabi. |
| Alphamin Resources Corp. | Target Company | Company | One of the largest tin producers, operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
| Tremont Master Holdings | Seller | Company | A subsidiary of US private equity firm Denham Capital. |
| Denham Capital | Parent Company of Seller | Company | US-based private equity group. |