Mehiläinen, Finland's largest healthcare provider, is set to acquire prominent Romanian and Serbian healthcare organizations Regina Maria and MediGroup, in a strategic move to enhance its international presence.

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Mehiläinen is the foremost provider of healthcare and social care services in Finland, recognized for its rapid international expansion. As part of its strategic growth initiatives, Mehiläinen has reached an agreement to acquire two prominent healthcare organizations: Regina Maria in Romania and MediGroup in Serbia. This acquisition is set to bolster Mehiläinen’s international footprint while enhancing its operational capabilities in diverse markets. The completion of these transactions, along with new ownership structures for Mehiläinen, is contingent upon regulatory approvals and customary investor consents.

Regina Maria stands as a preeminent private healthcare provider in Romania, delivering an array of multi-specialty outpatient and hospital services. Boasting a workforce of 11,000 professionals across 300 facilities, Regina Maria caters to over 2 million patients each year. Its affiliated organization, MediGroup, is a key player in Serbia's private healthcare landscape, operating over 100 clinical units and employing more than 2,500 individuals. Collectively, the two entities generated approximately 550 million euros in revenue for the year 2024. The divestiture is being facilitated by the private equity firm MidEuropa.

Industry Overview in Romania and Serbia

The healthcare sector in Romania is in a state of significant transformation, driven by advancements in medical practices and increased investment in infrastructure. Over the last decade, there has been a notable improvement in healthcare