MiP: Successful Sale of MiP's Sterile Production Facility to FAMAR Group
Deal News | Jun 05, 2025 | PR Newswire Cision PharmaVentures Ltd
PharmaVentures, a leading M&A advisory firm, acted as the exclusive advisor to the private equity firm capiton AG during the sale of MiP Pharma's sterile production facility located in Homburg, Germany, to the FAMAR Group. FAMAR, a globally operating pharmaceutical and cosmetic contract development and manufacturing company (CDMO), acquired the facility to enhance its supply chain capabilities, reflecting growing demand in the pharmaceutical services sector. This divestment was part of MiP Pharma's strategic plan, aiming to leverage its transformed state-of-the-art production site to advanced manufacturing status under capiton's ownership. Soren Demin, Head of M&A at PharmaVentures, emphasized the success of the transaction in fulfilling MiP's strategic plans while enabling FAMAR to access growth opportunities. Dr. Fintan Walton, CEO of PharmaVentures, highlighted the vital role of specialized advisors in executing these transformative deals, further showcasing PharmaVentures' proficiency in the pharmaceutical services industry. Capitol AG, an independent private equity firm with a fund volume of €1.6 billion, supports medium-sized companies in management buy-outs and growth financing. This transaction contributes to the ongoing evolution and consolidation within the pharmaceutical services industry and underscores the significance of utilizing expert advisory services for executing complex M&A transactions.
Sectors
- Pharmaceutical Services
- Private Equity
Geography
- Germany – Location of MiP Pharma's sterile production facility in Homburg which was sold to FAMAR.
- United Kingdom – Based in London, PharmaVentures served as the M&A advisor for the transaction.
Industry
- Pharmaceutical Services – Involves companies providing outsourced services to the pharmaceutical industry, including Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) and advisory services.
- Private Equity – Pertains to the management of investment firms that provide capital in exchange for equity in mature businesses.
Financials
- €1.6 billion – Total fund volume of capiton AG's investment portfolio.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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PharmaVentures Ltd. | M&A advisor | Company | An advisory firm specializing in M&A deals, strategic alliances, and partnerships in the pharmaceutical services sector. |
capiton AG | Private Equity Firm/Seller | Company | An independent private equity firm that owned MiP Pharma's production facility before the sale. |
MiP Pharma | Target Company | Company | The company whose sterile production facility was sold to FAMAR Group. |
FAMAR Group | Buyer | Company | A global pharmaceutical and cosmetic CDMO that acquired MiP Pharma's production facility. |
Soren Demin | Head of M&A at PharmaVentures | People | Commented on the strategic success of the transaction in aligning with MiP's plans. |
Dr. Fintan Walton | CEO and Founder of PharmaVentures | People | Spoke on the role of specialist advisors in executing transformative deals. |