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Movetis

Biotech·Belgium·Exited 2010·Held 2yr
Entry
2008
Hold
2yr
Exit
2010

Who owns Movetis?

Movetis is a Belgian Biotech company, now owned by Shire, which acquired it in 2010 from Sofinnova Partners.

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Sofinnova Partners
Investor
Sofinnova Partners
Sofinnova Capital VI · 2008 · Life Sciences VC

Key facts

HQBelgium
SectorBiotech
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Shire
Exit Year
2010

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Questions

Who owns Movetis?

Movetis is now owned by Shire, which acquired it in 2010 from Sofinnova Partners.

When did Shire acquire Movetis?

Shire acquired Movetis in 2010, buying from Sofinnova Partners.

Who did Movetis sell to?

Sofinnova Partners sold Movetis to Shire in 2010 (Trade Sale).

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