BTC Health (ASX:BTC) Enters Exclusive Partnership with Corcym
Partnership Agreement
BTC Health (ASX: BTC) has announced a significant exclusive distribution and supply partnership with Corcym, a multinational medical device group. The partnership will allow BTC Cardio, BTC’s wholly-owned investee, to take over Corcym’s established heart valve business in Australia and New Zealand from 1 January 2025. This partnership is projected to add $3.6 million to BTC’s annual revenues and contribute immediately to its profitability.
Operational and Financial Impact
Under the new agreement, BTC Cardio will assume operating responsibilities for Corcym’s products. This includes taking ownership of all existing inventory and integrating Corcym’s Australian sales team. The partnership will also require BTC Cardio to fund an estimated $2.6 million in additional working capital, which will be facilitated through a blend of current cash reserves and a new $2 million inventory debt facility established with the Commonwealth Bank.
Product Compatibility and Market Reach
Corcym produces a range of highly sought-after heart valves, including the Perceval Plus, Carbomedics mechanical heart valves, and Memo 4D mitral valve rings. These products are highly complementary to BTC Cardio’s existing portfolio of cardiothoracic surgical instruments and support BTC’s strategy to broaden its market reach and enhance scalability.
Executive Comments
BTC Health Executive Chairman, Dr. Richard Treagus, expressed the importance of this partnership, stating, “This partnership agreement with Corcym represents another significant milestone in BTC Health’s growth strategy and is profit accretive immediately.” He added that the collaboration presents an opportunity to expand BTC Cardio’s product offerings and strengthen its position in the market.
Corcym CEO, Dr. Christian Mazzi, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, noting, “We are excited to partner with BTC Health and confident that this collaboration will enhance our ability to deliver our structural heart solutions in Australia and New Zealand.”
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