Titan America Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering

Rhea-AI Summary

Titan America SA has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol TTAM. The company offered 24,000,000 common shares at $16.00 per share, comprising 9,000,000 new shares and 15,000,000 existing shares sold by parent company Titan Cement International SA.

Titan America received net proceeds of $136.8 million after deductions, which will fund capital expenditures, technology investments, growth strategies, and strategic acquisitions. Titan Cement International SA received $228 million in net proceeds and retains 87% ownership with 160,362,465 shares.

The IPO was managed by Citigroup and Goldman Sachs as joint lead book-runners, with BofA Securities, BNP Paribas, Jefferies, HSBC, Societe Generale, and Stifel serving as bookrunners.

Positive

• Successful IPO raising $136.8 million in net proceeds for company growth
• Strategic capital allocation for technology investments and acquisitions
• Strong institutional backing with multiple tier-1 investment banks as underwriters
• Parent company maintains significant control with 87% ownership

Negative

• Significant portion of IPO proceeds (62.5%) went to selling shareholder rather than company operations
• High concentration of ownership might limit stock liquidity

Insights

IPO & Capital Markets Specialist

The successful completion of Titan America's IPO marks a strategic transformation, raising $364.8 million in total proceeds through a well-orchestrated dual-tranche offering. The structure reveals careful balance: $136.8 million from new shares for operational growth and $228 million from existing shares, allowing partial monetization for the parent company while maintaining a commanding 87% controlling stake.

The robust underwriting syndicate, led by Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, alongside six additional global investment banks, signals strong institutional confidence. This diverse, multinational banking group suggests strategic positioning for both U.S. and European investor bases, potentially facilitating future capital raises.

The stated use of proceeds indicates a three-pronged growth strategy:

• Technology investments for operational efficiency
• Organic growth initiatives
• Strategic M&A opportunities

The timing of this IPO is particularly noteworthy, as it positions Titan America to capitalize on the anticipated U.S. infrastructure spending wave and construction sector growth. The 13% free float provides sufficient market liquidity while ensuring strong parent company oversight of strategic decisions.

NORFOLK, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Titan America SA (“Titan America”), a subsidiary of Titan Cement International SA and parent company of its U.S. operations, today closed its initial public offering (“IPO”) of 24,000,000 common shares at a price to the public of $16.00 per share. The IPO consists of 9,000,000 new common shares issued and sold by Titan America and 15,000,000 existing common shares sold by Titan Cement International SA. Titan America’s common shares began trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TTAM” on February 7, 2025.

Titan America received net proceeds of approximately $136,800,000 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions, which will be used for capital expenditures and other general corporate purposes, including to fund investments in technologies and Titan America’s growth strategies and to pursue strategic acquisitions that complement Titan America’s business.

Titan Cement International SA received net proceeds of approximately $228,000,000, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions.

As of the closing of the IPO, Titan Cement International SA owns 160,362,465 common shares of Titan America, representing 87% of the total outstanding common shares.

Citigroup and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (in alphabetical order) acted as joint lead book-running managers for the IPO. BofA Securities, BNP Paribas, Jefferies, HSBC, Societe Generale and Stifel acted as bookrunners for the IPO.

The offering was made only by means of a prospectus under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended. A final prospectus relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov. Copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from: Citigroup Global Markets Inc. at Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, New York 11717, or by telephone at (800) 831-9146; or Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC Attention: Prospectus Department, 200 West Street, New York, New York 10282, by telephone at (866) 471-2526, or by e-mail at Prospectus-ny@ny.email.gs.com.

A registration statement on Form F-1 (Registration No. 333-284251) relating to these securities was filed with the SEC and became effective on February 6, 2025.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Titan America SA

Titan America, a $1.6 billion annual sales business, is a leading vertically integrated player in the high-growth economic mega-regions of the U.S. East Coast, with operations and leading market positions across Florida, the Mid-Atlantic, and Metro New York/New Jersey.

About Titan Cement International SA

TITAN Group, a €2.6 billion annual sales business, is a leading international business in the building and infrastructure materials industry, with passionate teams committed to providing innovative solutions for a better world. With most of its activity in the developed markets, the Group employs over 5,700 people and is present in over 25 countries, holding prominent positions in the U.S., Europe, including Greece, the Balkans, and the Eastern Mediterranean, as well as a joint venture in Brazil. Titan Cement International SA is listed on Euronext in Brussels and Paris and at the Athens Exchange.

DISCLAIMER: This press release may include forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements regarding or based upon our management’s current intentions, beliefs or expectations relating to, among other things, TITAN Group’s or Titan America’s future results of operations, financial condition, liquidity, prospects, growth, strategies, developments in the industry in which we operate and the proposed offering. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “continue,” “could,” “expect,” “goal,” “may,” “plan,” “predict,” “propose,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. By their nature, forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results or future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied thereby. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions could adversely affect the outcome and financial effects of the plans and events described herein. Forward-looking statements contained in this report regarding trends or current activities should not be taken as a report that such trends or activities will continue in the future. Neither TITAN Group nor Titan America undertakes any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this report. The information contained in this report is subject to change without notice. No re-report or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the fairness, accuracy, reasonableness or completeness of the information contained herein and no reliance should be placed on it. This press release has been prepared in English and translated into French and Greek. In the case of discrepancies between the two versions, the English version will prevail.

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FAQ

How much did Titan America (TTAM) raise in its 2025 IPO?

Titan America raised net proceeds of $136.8 million from its IPO, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions.

What is the IPO price for Titan America (TTAM) shares?

Titan America's IPO was priced at $16.00 per share.

How will Titan America (TTAM) use its IPO proceeds?

The proceeds will be used for capital expenditures, technology investments, growth strategies, and strategic acquisitions that complement their business.

What percentage of Titan America (TTAM) does Titan Cement International SA own after the IPO?

Titan Cement International SA owns 87% of Titan America's total outstanding common shares post-IPO.

When did Titan America (TTAM) begin trading on the NYSE?

Titan America began trading on the New York Stock Exchange on February 7, 2025.