Immediately Accretive Combination Creates a Unique Global, Vertically Integrated Biosimilars Leader
• Biocon Biologics Limited’s (BBL) acquisition of Viatris’ rights in biosimilars assets, creates a unique global, vertically integrated biosimilars leader
• BBL will realize full revenues and profits from this business
• BBL will gain Viatris’ global biosimilars business whose revenues are estimated to be USD 1 billion next year, along with its portfolio of in-licensed biosimilar assets
• This transaction accelerates BBL’s direct commercialization strategy for its current and future biosimilars portfolio
• Viatris to provide commercial and other transition services for an expected period of two years to ensure continuity of customer service and smooth transition to BBL
• Deal to be value accretive to Biocon and BBL shareholders and is structured as part-cash, part-equity
• Debt finance supported by larger EBITDA base (consolidation of BBL, Viatris and SILS income streams) and future equity infusion
• Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw continues as Executive Chairperson of BBL; Viatris to designate Rajiv Malik, President of Viatris, to serve on BBL Board
Biocon Biologics Ltd., a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd., announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with its partner Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS). Accordingly, Biocon Biologics Ltd. (BBL) will acquire Viatris’ biosimilars business to create a unique fully integrated global biosimilars enterprise. Viatris will receive consideration of up to USD 3.335 billion, including cash up to USD 2.335 billion and Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) in BBL, valued at USD 1 billion.
The Board of Directors of both companies have approved the transaction.
BBL will have a comprehensive portfolio comprising its current range of commercialized insulins, oncology and immunology biosimilars as well as several other biosimilar assets currently under development. BBL also has access to the vaccines portfolio through its previously announced partnership with Serum Institute Life Sciences (SILS).
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon Biologics, said: “This acquisition is transformational and will create a unique fully integrated, world leading biosimilars enterprise. Our long-standing global partnership with Viatris has enabled us to achieve many firsts, setting new benchmarks for the global biosimilars industry. This strategic combination brings together the complementary capabilities and strengths of both partners and prepares us for the next decade of value creation for all our stakeholders.”
“The deal will enable BBL to attain a robust commercial engine in the developed markets of U.S. & Europe and will fast-track our journey of building a strong global brand. It will also make us future-ready for the next wave of products. This development takes our partnership with Viatris to the next level to realize our shared purpose of impacting global health by providing affordable access to high quality essential and life -saving Biosimilar drugs,” she added.
Dr Arun Chandavarkar, Managing Director, Biocon Biologics, said: “By combining the biosimilars business of Viatris to create a global, vertically integrated business in BBL, we are confident of unlocking significant value for our stakeholders. This deal gives BBL full ownership of Viatris’ rights in biosimilars assets, enabling us to recognize combined revenues and profits. To ensure a seamless transition and continued service to patients and customers, Viatris will provide commercial and other transition services to BBL for an expected period of two years.”
“This deal provides several advantages, including strategic agility and operational efficiencies, which will help us mitigate pricing pressures in a competitive global biosimilars landscape. We remain committed to sustainable growth with a strong financial profile, expanded geographical reach and continued investments in R&D to build a world-leading biosimilars franchise.
We believe that as a fully integrated global company, we will be able to enhance patient access and reduce healthcare inequities worldwide,” he added
Robert J. Coury, Viatris’ Executive Chairman said: “Our unique collaboration with Biocon began more than a decade ago, even before a biosimilars pathway was defined in most countries. During that time, we have experienced many successes, and today is no exception as we join together to create a new, uniquely positioned world class vertically integrated biosimilars leader. This transaction will allow Viatris to continue to participate in the global biosimilars space in a more optimized way, while also allowing us to accelerate our own financial priorities.”
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