WATERS to acquire BD (BIOSCIENCES AND DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS BUSINESSES)

WATERS has agreed to acquire the BIOSCIENCES AND DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS BUSINESSES of BD in a strategic acquisition announced on 29 October 2025. The transaction involves the purchase of specific business units within the target organisation, operating within the NaceV2Sector_C_32.50 classification. No financial consideration or deal value was disclosed in the available information regarding this transaction. The buyer intends to integrate these assets into its existing portfolio to expand its capabilities in the relevant sector.

The deal remains subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions before completion. As of the latest update, the transaction status is recorded as in review. No completion date has been confirmed at this stage. The parties are currently proceeding through the necessary regulatory processes required to finalise the agreement. Further details regarding the specific terms of the arrangement have not been made public.