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G Square acquires Serres to boost sustainability leadership , announcing that the European private healthcare equity investor has signed an agreement to purchase a majority stake in Serres, a globally recognized leader in sustainable surgical fluid management solutions, with the aim of expanding its international presence and strengthening its role in environmentally responsible medical technology.
The transaction expected to close in the first quarter of 2026 brings together G Square's deep healthcare expertise and global network with Serres' decade-long legacy of innovation and sustainable product design, positioning the company for accelerated growth across Europe, the United States and other key markets worldwide.
Strategic Partnership to Enhance MedTech Sustainability and Scale
Under the agreement, the long-standing family owner, Paree Group, will retain a significant stake and remain a strategic partner as Serres embarks on its next growth phase. The collaboration is designed to turn Serres into a leading international MedTech platform by investing in new product innovation, strengthening commercial capabilities, and pursuing targeted acquisitions to broaden market reach.Founded over fifty years ago in Kauhajoki, Finland, Serres produces high-performance surgical suction bags and fluid disposal solutions products now used in more than 80,000 surgical procedures every day and trusted by approximately 50 % of the world's Top 100 hospitals. Its advanced production facilities in Kauhajoki and Saarijärvi exemplify automation and efficiency in manufacturing.
Sustainability at the Core of Growth
Sustainability has long been embedded in Serres' operations and product design, making circularity and environmental responsibility fundamental differentiators in the medical market. According to Serres' leadership, the global demand for sustainable single-use medical solutions is increasing and with the backing of G Square, the company is poised to serve more hospitals worldwide with safe, efficient and environmentally responsible fluid management systems.G Square partners emphasize that expanding Serres' global footprint aligns with both organizations' ambitions: growing the company's international impact while preserving the environmental benefits that have defined Serres' strategy for decades.
What This Means for the MedTech Industry
The acquisition underscores a broader industry trend where healthcare investors and innovators are prioritising sustainability not merely as an add-on but as a central pillar of product development and corporate strategy. As G Square and Serres align their combined strengths, stakeholders anticipate faster expansion into new markets and enhanced development of sustainable solutions for surgery and intensive care.This strategic move not only boosts Serres' global growth potential but also strengthens its position as an industry champion of environmentally responsible MedTech solutions, empowers hospitals and healthcare providers worldwide to reduce environmental impact while maintaining high-performance clinical outcomes.
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