HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis Secures Cerbios-Pharma Acquisition

Deal News (Announced) | Mar 31, 2025 | PR Newswire Cision 65 Equity Partners; HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis

HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SA (HAS), an international leader in the development and production of pharmaceutical active ingredients, has announced its planned acquisition of Cerbios-Pharma SA, a global supplier of chemical and biological APIs, including the rapidly growing sector of drug-antibody conjugates. Both companies, headquartered in Switzerland, aim to form a leading international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with the support of 65 Equity Partners, which now holds a 40% stake. The acquisition is subject to regulatory and tax approvals. This transaction marks a strategic step towards strengthening their global position and offering enhanced services to the evolving pharmaceutical industry, especially in oncology, neurology, endocrinology, and other therapeutic areas. The merged entity seeks to leverage strong sectoral trends, including an increasing demand for complex therapies, supported by demographic changes and continuous scientific discoveries. Both companies continue to be driven by their strong cultures and remain committed to their regional presence in Ticino.

Sectors

  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Private Equity
  • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs)

Geography

  • Switzerland – Both HAS and Cerbios are headquartered in Switzerland, where the merger is taking place, highlighting the country's significance in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

Industry

  • Pharmaceutical Industry – The article deals with the acquisition and integration of two major companies in the pharmaceutical sector, focusing on the development and manufacturing of APIs and other pharmaceutical compounds.
  • Private Equity – 65 Equity Partners is a PE firm involved in the acquisition, supporting the growth and strategic development of the resulting CDMO leader.
  • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) – The acquisition creates a new leader in the CDMO sector, enhancing service offerings for the global pharmaceutical market.

Financials

  • 40% – 65 Equity Partners has acquired a 40% share in the new entity formed by HAS and Cerbios.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SAAcquiring CompanyCompanyA leading company in the production of pharmaceutical active ingredients (API) and compounds, based in Biasca, Switzerland.
Cerbios-Pharma SATarget CompanyCompanyA Swiss-based company specializing in chemical and biological API manufacturing, including ADCs, with nearly 50 years of sector experience.
65 Equity PartnersInvestorPrivate EquityA global investment firm involved in supporting the merger, acquiring a 40% stake.
Rothschild & CoFinancial AdvisorCompanyProvided financial advisory services to HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SA.
Bär & KarrerLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal services to HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SA.
EYAccounting/Tax AdvisorCompanyAssisted both HAS and 65 Equity Partners with accounting and tax services.
UBS AGFinancial AdvisorCompanyProvided financial advisory services to 65 Equity Partners.
Walder WyssLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal services to 65 Equity Partners.
Ropes & GrayLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal services to 65 Equity Partners.