Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații  announced that it has acted as legal counsel to longstanding client Ameropa Group in connection with the sale of Azomureș, Romania’s largest fertilizer producer, to S.N.G.N. Romgaz S.A.

The transaction involves the transfer of all assets related to Azomureș’s production activities, as well as the assignment of key contracts and employees necessary to ensure business continuity, all under a transfer of business as a going concern structure. The deal marks a significant milestone for the Romanian energy and agricultural sectors, supporting the long-term sustainability of domestic fertilizer production and enabling the integration of Romania’s natural gas resources into value-added industrial processes. 

The transaction follows an extensive negotiation and due diligence process and remains subject to customary conditions precedent, including regulatory approvals. 

The transfer represents a new chapter for Azomureș, ensuring the continuation of its operations as a strategically important industrial platform and a key supplier to Romania’s agricultural sector. It also reflects broader market dynamics affecting the European fertilizer industry, including volatile energy markets and structural challenges in recent years. 

PNSA provided comprehensive legal assistance throughout the transaction, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, drafting and execution support.

The PNSA multidisciplinary team was led by Bogdan C. Stoica – Partner and included Ioana Lazăr – Managing Associate, Crina Stan – Associate, Raluca Rusu – Tax Partner, Ioana Cazacu – Employment Partner and Ștefania Dan – Consultant.