Velocity Clinical Research Acquires Meridian Clinical Research
December 15, 2022
Velocity Clinical Research, a GHO-backed integrated research site organization, has acquired Meridian Clinical Research for an undisclosed amount. The deal creates the largest dedicated clinical research site organization globally (about 80 sites), expands Velocity's U.S. footprint to 25 states and adds Meridian's network of 35+ sites and experienced investigators and staff.
- Buyers
- Velocity Clinical Research, GHO Capital Partners LLP
- Targets
- Meridian Clinical Research
- Platforms
- Velocity Clinical Research
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Nebraska, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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