Pérez-Llorca advises on Somos Hijolusa growth plan
Pérez-Llorca has advised the investment vehicles of Mendibea and Llapan in the capital reinforcement of Somos Hijolusa, the Spanish agri-food group owned by ProA Capital and the Gómez family. The deal paves the way for new investors to join the company and supports its ambitious growth plan, which targets revenues of more than €500 million within the next five years.
As part of the transaction, ProA Capital reduced its stake in the company—owner of the Patatas Hijolusa, Agrícola Villena, and Natuber brands—from 50% to 25%. The other 25% has been transferred to Mendibea, Onchena, Llapan, Anémona, and several of the group’s executives. The Gómez brothers, José Luis and Carlos, continue to hold the remaining 50% of the share capital.
According to the company, the new investor base brings both financial strength and strategic vision within the food sector, with a long-term commitment to supporting the Gómez family in this new stage of development.
The legal team advising Mendibea and Llapan was led by Pedro Marques da Gama, Corporate Partner, and Álvaro Amo, Corporate Associate.
In the transaction, ProA Capital was advised by AZ Capital and Garrigues, while AyG, Pérez-Llorca, and Uría Menéndez advised the incoming investors.
