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09/2023

ERGOMED acquired by PERMIRA

UNITED KINGDOM Healthcare Services / CRO / Clinical Trials EV 500M - 1.5b GBP

Context

Permira acquired Ergomed in a recommended cash offer, taking the company private from the London Stock Exchange (AIM). The transaction was driven by the thesis that Ergomed's next phase of growth—requiring significant investment in technology and international expansion (particularly in the US)—could be better executed away from the public markets. The deal structure allowed the founder, Miroslav Reljanović, to roll over a portion of his equity and remain involved, ensuring continuity. Strategically, Permira aims to supercharge Ergomed's "Site Management" model and its pharmacovigilance capabilities through both organic investment and accretive M&A.

ERGOMED, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Healthcare & Pharma sector (15.6x).

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Target

Headquartered in the UK, Ergomed is a differentiated Clinical Research Organization (CRO) providing specialized services to the pharmaceutical industry. Unlike generalist CROs, Ergomed has carved out a deep niche in complex therapeutic areas, specifically Oncology and Rare Diseases. Additionally, through its "PrimeVigilance" division, it is a global leader in pharmacovigilance (drug safety monitoring) and medical information services. The company operates in over 100 countries and serves a mix of small biotechs and large pharma clients.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b GBP

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M GBP

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Acquirer: permira