BioLife Solutions Announces the Sale of its evo Cold Chain Logistics Subsidiary

Rhea-AI Summary

BioLife Solutions (Nasdaq: BLFS) announced the sale of its wholly owned cold chain logistics subsidiary, SAVSU Cleo Technologies (f/k/a SAVSU Technologies), to Peli BioThermal for $25.5 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments.

The company said the divestiture will streamline its product portfolio and operations to concentrate resources on high-margin recurring revenue in its core cell and gene therapy tools and services business.

Positive

• $25.5 million cash proceeds from sale
• Divestiture streamlines product portfolio and operations
• Allows focus on high-margin recurring revenue in core CGT tools

Negative

• Sale removes BioLife's owned cold-chain logistics capability
• Transaction proceeds are subject to certain adjustments

Insights

Corporate Strategy Analyst

Sale of the cold-chain unit for $25.5 million reallocates cash and narrows BioLife’s focus to core cell-processing products.

BioLife sold its wholly owned cold-chain subsidiary, SAVSU, to Peli BioThermal for $25.5 million, subject to adjustments. The transaction converts a non-core asset into cash and transfers the evo cold-chain technology to a specialist logistics operator.

Near-term dependencies include the final purchase price after stated adjustments and any transition obligations. The deal removes an operational line but also foregoes future cold-chain revenue; the announcement contains no proceeds allocation or one-time charges.

Watch for disclosure of final cash received, any related gains or charges in the next public filing, and statements on how proceeds will support higher-margin recurring revenue over the coming quarters; expect updates within standard post-closing reporting windows.

BOTHELL, Wash., Oct. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BioLife Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLFS) ("BioLife" or the "Company"), a leading developer and supplier of cell processing tools for the cell and gene therapy ("CGT") market, announces the sale of SAVSU Cleo Technologies, LLC. (f/k/a SAVSU Technologies, Inc.) ("SAVSU"), its wholly owned cold chain logistics subsidiary, for $25.5 million (subject to certain adjustments) in cash to Peli BioThermal, a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics solutions.

Roderick de Greef, Chairman and CEO commented "This divestiture streamlines our product portfolio as well as our operations while focusing resources on creating shareholder value through high-margin recurring revenue. We are delighted that a respected leader in cold chain logistics recognizes the value of the SAVSU evo technology." 

About BioLife Solutions

BioLife is a leading developer and supplier of cell processing tools and services for the CGT market. Our expertise facilitates the commercialization of new therapies by supplying solutions that maintain the health and function of biologic materials during collection, development, manufacturing and distribution. For more information, please visit www.biolifesolutions.com, and follow BioLife on LinkedIn and X.

Cautions Regarding Forward Looking Statements

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Media & Investor Relations

At the Company

Troy Wichterman
Chief Financial Officer
(425) 402-1400
twichterman@biolifesolutions.com

Investors

Alliance Advisors IR
Jody Cain
(310) 691-7100
jcain@allianceadvisors.com

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FAQ

What did BioLife (BLFS) announce on October 7, 2025?

BioLife announced the sale of its wholly owned cold chain subsidiary SAVSU to Peli BioThermal for $25.5 million in cash, subject to adjustments.

How much cash will BioLife (BLFS) receive from the SAVSU sale?

The company will receive $25.5 million in cash from the sale, subject to certain adjustments.

Why is BioLife (BLFS) selling its SAVSU cold chain subsidiary?

BioLife said the divestiture streamlines its portfolio and operations to focus resources on high-margin recurring revenue in its core CGT business.

Who purchased SAVSU from BioLife (BLFS)?

Peli BioThermal, a global temperature-controlled logistics company, purchased SAVSU.

Will the SAVSU sale affect BioLife's core cell and gene therapy business?

BioLife indicated the sale is intended to refocus resources on its core cell and gene therapy tools and services.

Are the sale proceeds final for BioLife (BLFS)?

The announced $25.5 million cash consideration is described as being subject to certain adjustments.