Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2
Overview
Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 is a private equity fund specializing in mining and metals investments. The fund focuses on providing financing solutions to small and mid-tier mining companies globally, with a particular emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. It offers project and acquisition finance debt, royalty and stream finance, and private equity investments to support the development and growth of mining projects. The fund's investment strategy includes providing project and acquisition finance debt to emerging mining and metals companies, seeking semi-annual income distributions from coupons and fee revenue. It also offers royalty and stream finance, aiming to acquire existing royalties and streams from various stakeholders, and invests in small and mid-cap mining companies with strong growth potential through private equity investments. The fund does not invest in related industries such as oil & gas, mining accommodation, or service companies. Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 is managed by Taurus Funds Management, a firm based in Australia. The fund has been involved in significant transactions, including a US$60 million bridge loan facility agreement with Lifezone Metals Limited's subsidiary, Kabanga Nickel Limited, to advance the Kabanga Nickel Project in Tanzania. The fund's approach emphasizes responsible investment practices, aligning with the UN Principles for Responsible Investment and supporting environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) standards in its portfolio companies.
Investment Focus
- Focus on small and mid-tier mining companies
- Preference for projects in the Asia-Pacific region
- Excludes investments in oil & gas, mining accommodation, and service companies
- Alignment with UN Principles for Responsible Investment and ESG standards
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invest in?
Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invests in Technology, Energy, Consumer Goods, Infrastructure, Telecommunications and Media, and is based in New South Wales, Australia. Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invest at?
Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 backs companies at Growth, Late Stage and Pre-IPO, writing cheques of 500K - 100M.
Which regions does Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invest in?
Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invests across United States, Canada, Australia, China, India and Brazil.
What companies has Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2 invested in?
Taurus Mining Finance Fund No. 2's portfolio includes Anglo American, Resolute Mining, Teranga Gold, West African Resources, Robex Resources, Taseko Mines, American West Metals and Aston Bay Holdings.
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