Rujamar Completes 25% Stake Buyback, Restores Full Ownership
Deal News | Mar 18, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer

Evergreen Legal has successfully advised Grupo Avicola Rujamar in the recent transaction where Tresmares Capital divested its 25% stake in the company. This exit marks a full ownership restoration for Rubén Martínez, the founder of Rujamar, four years following the entry of the private equity firm into its shareholder structure. Under Tresmares Capital's shareholding period, Rujamar witnessed impressive growth, tripling in size and achieving a turnover of €75 million. The company, known for its pioneering initiatives in Spain to eliminate cage use and its commitment to sustainability, animal welfare, and technological innovation, has continued to lead with further innovations. Significant advancements have been made in carbon footprint reduction, plastic elimination, and enhanced product traceability using blockchain technology.
Sectors
- Private Equity
- Agriculture & Food Production
- Legal Advisory
- Technology & Innovation
Geography
- Spain – Grupo Avicola Rujamar is a pioneer in Spain for eliminating cage use in poultry production, and the transaction with Tresmares Capital took place in this country.
Industry
- Private Equity – The transaction involves Tresmares Capital, a private equity firm, divesting its stake in Grupo Avicola Rujamar.
- Agriculture & Food Production – Grupo Avicola Rujamar operates within the agriculture and food production industry, focusing on sustainable poultry farming.
- Legal Advisory – Evergreen Legal provided legal advisory services for the transaction.
- Technology & Innovation – Rujamar's use of blockchain technology for product traceability highlights the role of technology in the agricultural sector.
Financials
- €75 million – Turnover achieved by Grupo Avicola Rujamar during Tresmares Capital's shareholding period.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Grupo Avicola Rujamar | Target Company | Company | A Spanish company focused on sustainable and innovative poultry farming. |
Tresmares Capital | Selling Company | Company | A private equity firm that owned a 25% stake in Grupo Avicola Rujamar. |
Rubén Martínez | Founder/Buyer | Person | The founder of Grupo Avicola Rujamar who has regained full ownership of the company. |
Evergreen Legal | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services for the transaction. |