As part of its strategy of expanding its distribution of pharmaceuticals in Africa, Imperial Holdings has acquired a 70% stake in Imres, a Dutch pharmaceutical wholesaler to the African market.

The company plays a key role in the supply chain to end users, offering sourcing, inbound logistics, supplier audits, quality control, warehousing, distribution and transport coordination. Its product portfolio includes pharmaceuticals, medical kits, disposables, hospital equipment and related medical products.

Marius Swanepoel, CEO of Imperial Logistics Africa, said, “We have secured Imres’ experienced and expert management team, which strengthens and complements the group’s existing skills set in pharmaceutical distribution in Africa. Imres adds sourcing and procurement capabilities to Imperial’s service offering and it can leverage off Imperial’s existing network and capabilities on the African continent.”