Apollo Global Capital

U.S. Silica Holdings is a prominent producer of high-quality silica products, including unground silica, ground silica, fine ground silica, calcined kaolin clay, and aplite. Established over a century ago, the company traces its origins to the discovery of the Oriskany sandstone deposit in West Virginia by Henry Harrison Hunter, who showcased silica sand at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. Over the years, U.S. Silica has expanded its operations through acquisitions and the development of a diverse range of over 200 unique products. The company operates a comprehensive network of production plants and packaging facilities across the United States, facilitating reliable procurement of silica and other industrial minerals. A significant portion of its revenue is generated from its Oil and Gas Proppants segment, supporting hydraulic fracturing operations. U.S. Silica emphasizes collaboration with customers to innovate product applications while maintaining a commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental integrity. In 2008, the company was acquired by Golden Gate Capital, a private equity firm based in San Francisco.

American Petroleum Partners, LLC is a company operating in the oil and gas sector, focusing on the exploration and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the Appalachian Basin. Founded in 2014 and based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, the company emphasizes a collaborative approach to harnessing natural resources. With a management team that collectively possesses over 100 years of industry experience, American Petroleum Partners prioritizes energy production while promoting workplace safety and environmental stewardship. Its operations encompass leasing mineral rights, constructing well pad sites, drilling and completion activities, and developing midstream pipelines for transporting hydrocarbons. The company aims to be an industry leader through innovation while maintaining respect for the communities in which it operates.