Tigermed to Participate in the Privatization of Frontage Holdings Corporation and Divest Its Overseas Laboratory Services Business
Tigermed expects proceeds and investment gains while retaining Frontage’s China business under the proposed restructuring.
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Rhea-AI Summary
Tigermed (300347.SZ / 3347.HK) proposes to participate in controlled subsidiary Frontage’s privatization and subsequently divest its overseas laboratory services business.
The proposal involves wholly owned subsidiary Hongkong Tigermed. The overseas business would go to Charles River Laboratories International (NYSE: CRL) and Frontage Chairman Dr. Song Li and his trusts, while Tigermed would retain Frontage’s China business. Tigermed expects proceeds and investment gains from the privatization and subsequent restructuring, and says the divestment would support its focus on clinical contract research services. Both transactions remain subject to relevant conditions precedent and implementation requirements.
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Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Proposed overseas laboratory divestment would transfer the business to Charles River and Dr. Song Li and his trusts.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Proceeds and investment gains are expected from Frontage’s privatization and subsequent asset restructuring.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Retained China laboratory business would be consolidated to strengthen clinical trial capabilities, Tigermed says.
Negative
- Moderate pointPrivatization and subsequent restructuring remain proposed, subject to relevant conditions precedent and implementation requirements.
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The overseas laboratory services business proposed to be divested include preclinical research, laboratory testing, chemistry and CMC services, etc., which is of a different nature to Tigermed's core clinical CRO business. Furthermore, divesting overseas laboratory facilities located outside
The proposed divestment will enable Tigermed to further focus on clinical CRO business, optimize resource allocation, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen its clinical service capabilities and competitive edge in
Tigermed is expected to receive proceeds and record investment gains through the privatization and the subsequent asset restructuring of Frontage in which Tigermed acquired a controlling stake in 2014. The gains on disposal of the overseas laboratory services business create value for Tigermed shareholders. The opportunity to redeploy the proceeds to further develop Tigermed's core clinical CRO business and enhance shareholder return could create further value for Tigermed shareholders.
Dr. Xiaoping Ye, Co-founder and Chairman of Tigermed, said: "Our proposed participation in the privatization of Frontage, together with Charles River and Dr. Song Li, and the subsequent divestment of its overseas laboratory services business, represents an important strategic decision in advancing Tigermed's long-term development strategy. It also embodies our commitment to proactively transforming and optimizing our business portfolio. We believe these changes will create greater opportunities for business growth, deliver higher-quality services to our clients, generate sustainable long-term value for our shareholders, and ultimately contribute to bringing better healthcare products to patients."
The proposed privatization and subsequent asset restructuring remain subject to the satisfaction of relevant conditions precedent and implementation requirements. For further details, please refer to the relevant announcements released by Tigermed and Frontage.
About Tigermed
Tigermed (Stock code: 300347.SZ/3347.HK) is a leading global provider of integrated research and development solutions for biopharmaceutical and medical device industry. With a broad portfolio of services and a promise of quality, from preclinical development to clinical trial to commercialization, we are collaborating with over 4,200 customers and committed to moving their development journey efficiently and cost-effectively. Tigermed currently represents a worldwide network of more than 180 locations with over 11,900 employees across
About Charles River
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (Stock code: NYSE: CRL) provides essential products and services to help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies and leading academic institutions around the globe accelerate their research and drug development efforts. Charles River's dedicated employees are focused on providing clients with exactly what they need to improve and expedite the discovery, early-stage development and safe manufacture of new therapies for the patients who need them.
About Frontage
Frontage Holdings Corporation (Stock code: 1521.HK), including Frontage Laboratories, is a US based global CRO offering scientifically driven end-to-end integrated product development services from drug discovery through late-phase clinical trials and manufacturing. With over 25 years of experience, Frontage supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies with services including drug discovery, API synthesis, DMPK, safety and toxicology, formulation development, GMP manufacturing, analytical services, clinical trials, bioanalytical services and central lab operations.
Contact:
Lujia Li
lujia.li@tigermedgrp.com
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SOURCE Hangzhou Tigermed Consulting Co., Ltd.
FAQ
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What does Tigermed plan to sell and retain in the Frontage restructuring?
Tigermed proposes to divest Frontage’s overseas laboratory services business to Charles River and Dr. Song Li and his trusts, while retaining Frontage’s China business. The overseas operations include preclinical research, laboratory testing, chemistry and CMC services. The divestment would follow Frontage’s proposed privatization.