Medical Solutions expands genomics offerings with Autogen buy
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
In a move to expand its molecular diagnostics business, UK Medical Solutions has conditionally agreed to acquire Autogen Bioclear in an all-cash deal worth up to £6m ($12m). Calne, Wiltshire-based Autogen distributes diagnostic kits, antibodies, DNA clones and other products for genetic testing to the academic and charitably-funded research sectors. The company, which has nine employees, posted a turnover of £2.7m (+10%) for fiscal 2007, while pre-tax profits were up 47% at £823,000. Medical Solutions, based in Nottingham, said the acquisition would present cross-selling opportunities and cost savings, among other benefits.