Deals

Biomain Acquired by Heraeus March 1, 2012

Overview

On March 1, 2012, Heraeus, headquartered in Germany, announced that it had acquired all the shares of Biomain, headquartered in Sweden.

Heraeus is a globally leading supplier of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) materials and solutions for dentists and dental technicians, offering a broad range of products for a variety of applications.

Biomain is the Scandinavian market leader in the field of customized CAD and CAM based implant borne prosthetics.

Significance

This acquisition of Biomain strengthens Heraeus’ presence in the Northern European CAD and CAM markets and at the same time expands its patent and product portfolio in digital implant borne prosthetics.

According to Dr. Martin Schuster, Head of Division Prosthetics at Heraeus, “Technologically and geographically Biomain ideally complements the range of our brand. The high level of quality and service orientation of the Swedish specialists also perfectly matches our high standards.”

Crosstree’s Role

Financial advisor to Biomain.

Sub-Sector

Diagnostics and Tools

Type

Merger and Acquisition

Deal Tags

Cross-border
International client or transaction
Pharma Supply Chain
Pharma Commerizational