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Symeres announces acquisition of DGr Pharma

Ella Day | September 11, 2025 | News story | Medical Communications, Research and Development |  DGr Pharma, Symeres, biopharma, contract research 

Symeres, a Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) has acquired DGr Pharma, a drug development-focused consultancy.

The acquisition will expand Symeres’ integrated early-stage drug development services and accelerate IND-enabling capabilities for biopharma clients. 

DGr Pharma specialises in pre-clinical and clinical regulatory strategy and consultancy for biotech and pharmaceutical partners working in early drug development. 

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Its core services include chemical-pharmaceutical, non-clinical and clinical development planning, quality assurance and regulatory submissions. DGr Pharma has deep expertise in small and large molecules including antibodies, ADCs and oligonucleotides. 

Guillaume Jetten, CEO of Symeres, commented: “This acquisition strengthens our ability to offer truly integrated solutions across the drug discovery and development spectrum. DGr Pharma’s expertise enhances our scientific capabilities, allowing us to better support our clients’ evolving needs.”

Kees Groen, Founder and CEO of DGr Pharma, added: “This is an exciting new chapter for DGr Pharma. We share Symeres’ commitment to high-quality science, long-term relationships and entrepreneurial ambition and we look forward to being part of the next phase of growth.”

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