(Cairo and London) - Integrated Diagnostics Holdings ("IDH," "the Group," or "the Company"), a leading provider of diagnostic services with operations in Egypt, Jordan, Nigeria, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia, announced today the purchase of an additional 49.0% stake in Biolab KSA. The additional stake, previously held by Izhoor Holding Medical Company LLC ("Izhoor"), was purchased for a total consideration of SAR 12.0 million (USD 3.2 million). The transaction involved a one-time cash payment from IDH to Izhoor financed from IDH's existing cash.
IDH's holdings in Biolab KSA following the transaction stand at 79.0% (versus its previous 30.0% stake), with the remaining 21.0% held by the Group's Jordanian subsidiary, Al Makhbaryoun Al Arab LLC ("Biolab").
Dr. Hend El Sherbini, IDH CEO, commented: "Since the launch of our Saudi Arabian operations in January 2024, we have been very pleased with the venture's ramp up, which continues to enjoy growing momentum as patients in the Kingdom discover the superior quality and experience delivered across our branches. By increasing our stake in the venture, we are eager to accelerate its expansion so that we can fully capitalise on the important growth opportunities offered by the large and currently underserved Saudi market. Looking ahead, we look forward to working closely with our long-time friends and partners at Biolab to ensure the new venture's success and provide patients around Saudi Arabia with the world-class quality and care that our communities have come to expect from the IDH and Biolab brands."