Mediq announces intent to acquire Medguard Healthcare in Ireland
Mediq has announced its intention to acquire Medguard Healthcare, an Irish supplier of medical products and services supporting acute and private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes across Ireland. The contemplated transaction supports Mediq’s strategy to combine local strength with European scale to improve reliability, access and affordability of care.
Mediq to strengthen presence in Ireland with intended acquisition of Medguard Healthcare
Mediq has announced its intention to acquire Medguard Healthcare, an Irish supplier of medical products and services supporting acute and private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes nationwide.
The contemplated transaction supports Mediq’s strategy to combine local strength with European scale. By bringing together Medguard Healthcare’s established local presence and Mediq’s broader European platform, the parties aim to improve reliability, access and affordability of care for healthcare providers across Ireland.
Arjen Linders, CEO, Mediq Group, says: "This step reflects our mission to enable sustainable healthcare. By bringing Medguard Healthcare’s local expertise together with Mediq’s European platform, we can give healthcare professionals the reliable products, services and support they need to deliver better care."
Combining local expertise with European scale
Mediq and Medguard Healthcare share a focus on supporting healthcare professionals with dependable products and responsive service. Medguard Healthcare has built strong relationships with hospitals, clinics and nursing homes throughout Ireland, while Mediq brings experience in healthcare supply and services across multiple European markets.
Together, the organisations intend to:
Maintain and build on Medguard Healthcare’s local presence and customer-first culture in Ireland.
Leverage Mediq’s European platform to enhance product range, service resilience and operational efficiency.
Support healthcare providers with practical solutions that help them focus more time and attention on patient care.
The planned acquisition is aligned with Mediq’s mission to enable sustainable healthcare by improving the reliability and affordability of essential medical products and services.
Supporting customers and teams in Ireland
Medguard Healthcare has grown to become a trusted partner for healthcare providers across Ireland, recognised for responsive service, reliable supply and a customer-first culture. Joining forces with Mediq is expected to create new opportunities to broaden the offering for customers while keeping service close to the people who rely on it.
Mediq and Medguard Healthcare intend to work together to ensure continuity for customers and teams throughout the transition, while exploring ways to enhance support, choice and service resilience over time.
Lisa Mullaney, Managing Director, Medguard, says: "We’re proud of what Medguard Healthcare has built in Ireland and excited about what this next step can bring for our customers and teams. With Mediq, we see the opportunity to broaden our offering and amplify our impact, while keeping service close to the people who rely on us".
Regulatory process
The intended acquisition will be notified to Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) for review. Completion of the transaction is subject to CCPC approval and other customary conditions.
Until completion, Mediq and Medguard Healthcare will continue to operate independently and will each remain fully focused on supporting their customers and partners as usual.
About Medguard Healthcare
Medguard Healthcare is an Irish healthcare supplier serving acute and private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes nationwide. The company is recognised for responsive service, reliable supply and a customer-first culture, supporting healthcare professionals with a broad range of medical products and related services.
Mediq and Medguard Healthcare will share further updates on the progress of the intended acquisition following the CCPC review and completion of other customary steps in the process.