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Breakwall Capital and Vitol Announce the Closing of Valor Mining Credit Partners II

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Vinson & Elkins advised Vitol Inc. in connection with the formation of Valor Mining Credit Partners II, L.P. (“VMP II”), a partnership with Breakwall Capital LP.  VMP II pursues a strategy focused on making structured credit investments in mining and critical minerals companies. The fund primarily targets event-driven financing opportunities, including debt refinancing, acquisition financing, and development capital, providing companies with flexible capital solutions to accelerate growth and enhance shareholder value. VMP II represents the fourth energy-focused credit partnership between Breakwall and Vitol. In less than three years, the Valor energy credit franchise has invested over $2.1 billion to support the upstream oil & gas, mining, and critical minerals sectors.

The Vinson & Elkins Investment Funds team was led by Partner Matt Hortenstine, with assistance from Associate Sabrina Wang. Also advising were Partners Todd Way and Curt Wimberly.

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