About us

What Is Second Mountain Investments?

Second Mountain Investments was founded on the belief that responsible investing and business support can create sustainable value for all stakeholders.

Second Mountain Investments it is a family investment vehicle with a long-term focus.

Second Mountain Investments was founded on the belief that responsible investing and business support can create sustainable value for all stakeholders.

We believe in the importance of investing with discernment, patience, and a genuine commitment to the companies in which we hold stakes.

We are not looking for quick returns or speculative investments. Our model is based on identifying opportunities with solid fundamentals, providing capital when necessary, and supporting management teams on their path to growth.

The name “Second Mountain” was chosen as a metaphor for our president’s business journey. The first mountain was Frime, a leading company in the seafood industry, whose summit we reached after decades of growth and consolidation. Now we are beginning the ascent of a second mountain: a new project focused on investment and value creation through Second Mountain.

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Our History

How we got started and where we're headed.
1977

The Birth of FRIME
FRIME was founded by Salvador Ramon Gràcia, a second-generation member of the Ramon family, which has long been involved in the fish business

1980

The First Factory
The company is opening its first factory, a cephalopod processing plant in Terrassa (Barcelona).

1991

Success Rooted in Family Tradition
Salvador Ramón Mateo, the son of Salvador Ramón Gràcia and the company's current president, joins his father's business and works night shifts at Mercabarna while looking for ways to expand the family business.

2021

The Last Move
Grand opening of the new plant in La Roca del Vallès.

2026

Integration of Frime with Captain Fresh
To continue developing the long-term vision of the Frime project.

2026

Birth of Second Mountain Investments

1977

The Birth of FRIME
FRIME was founded by Salvador Ramon Gràcia, a second-generation member of the Ramon family, which has long been involved in the fish business

1980

The First Factory
The company is opening its first factory, a cephalopod processing plant in Terrassa (Barcelona).

1991

Success Rooted in Family Tradition
Salvador Ramón Mateo, the son of Salvador Ramón Gràcia and the company's current president, joins his father's business and works night shifts at Mercabarna while looking for ways to expand the family business.

2021

The Last Move
Grand opening of the new plant in La Roca del Vallès.

2026

Integration of Frime with Captain Fresh
To continue developing the long-term vision of the Frime project.

2026

Birth of Second Mountain Investments

Values

Our Values

The principles that guide all our investment decisions.

01 Integrity

We act with transparency and honesty in all our relationships.

02 Rigour

We analyse every opportunity thoroughly and with professional judgement.

03 Sustainability

We seek sustainable long-term returns rather than immediate gains.

Methodology

How We Work

A structured process for identifying, analyzing, and supporting high-quality investments.

Identification

We analyze opportunities that are a good fit in line with our criteria and values: strong teams, proven business models, and growth potential.

Due Diligence

We conduct a comprehensive analysis—financial, operational, legal, and strategic. We only move forward when we are fully convinced.

Support

Following the investment, we become actively involved: strategic mentoring, operational support, and access to our network.

STRATEGY

Investment Areas

We base our strategy on three fundamental pillars, always applying rigorous criteria and maintaining a long-term focus.

Real Estate Investment

Real estate assets with potential for appreciation and the generation of stable income.

Financial Investment

Diversified portfolios of financial assets and consistent returns.

Direct investments

Direct investments in companies where we provide capital and active support.

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