Leo Looks For More Deals After Sealing Timber Buy

The Danish group’s pursuit of Timber, and its late-stage congenital ichthyosis therapy, has finally reached a successful conclusion and CEO Christophe Bourdon tells Scrip that the search is on for more innovative assets.

Christophe Bourdon
Christophe Bourdon • Source: Leo Pharma

With its drawn-out acquisition of Timber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. finally signed off, LEO Pharma A/S can now turn its attention to other potential deals that will cement its place as a leading player in the medical dermatology field.

Key Takeaways

  • Leo has completed the acquisition of Timber which had fallen into chapter 11, and its congenital ichthyosis therapy

The Danish group agreed to acquire New Jersey-headquartered Timber for up to $36m, including an upfront payment of $14m, back...

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