Wednesday, 1 July 2015

Marksans Pharma Buys Time-Cap Laboratories

Drug Maker Marksans Pharma had acquired US based Time-Cap Laboratories for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition was done through its wholly owned subsidiary Marksans Pharma. With the move, the company is strategically increasing its presence in the US Market, the largest pharmaceutical market in the world.
Marksans is engaged in research and development, manufacturing and marketing of generic drugs. New York based Time-cap manufactures solid dosage generic drugs, including private label over the counter medications, prescriptions drugs and nutritional supplements. Its average annual revenue over the last four years is over $30 Million and it achieved an annual adjusted EBITDA of approx. $4 Million.

The company currently has no debt. The company manufactures over 50 unique products from its New York facility, including tablets, caplets, capsules, and pellets. Time-cap offers Marksans an ideal platform to expand its operation in the US. The strategic acquisition helps Marksans to expand its manufacturing capabilities along with product portfolio and penetration in the US. Shares of Marksans rose over 6% after the company reached an agreement with its bondholders.

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