Inverness Graham Acquires Electron Microscopy Sciences
January 13, 2021
Inverness Graham Investments has acquired Electron Microscopy Sciences (EMS), a Hatfield, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer and distributor of microscopy, histology and sample-prep reagents, consumables and equipment. The transaction represents Inverness Graham’s first investment to build a broader life sciences manufacturing and distribution platform, with plans to invest in product development, operations, and pursue complementary add-on acquisitions.
- Buyers
- Inverness Graham Investments
- Targets
- Electron Microscopy Sciences
- Industry
- Medical Devices
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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