Laboratoire Aguettant
Laboratoire Aguettant is a privately held pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1903, specializing in injectable health products for critical care and movement disorders. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company operates a state-of-the-art facility in Lyon, France, and has a global presence with subsidiaries across Europe, Asia, and Canada.
Company Overview
Laboratoire Aguettant is a medium-sized, privately held company founded in 1903, headquartered in Lyon, Rhône-Alpes, France. The company operates in the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industry and employs a team of 444 individuals. It focuses on developing and manufacturing injectable pharmaceuticals, with a strong commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices in its production processes.
Products and Specialties
Laboratoire Aguettant specializes in several therapeutic areas, including movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, critical care, and hospital prescription drugs. The company produces injectable essential micronutrients, emergency hospital injectable drugs, and develops innovative essential injectable medicines for hospital specialists. It also diversifies into in vitro diagnostics, focusing on biological monitoring of biotherapies and CBRN risks.
Sustainability Initiatives
The company has a strong commitment to sustainable development, implementing initiatives to control greenhouse gases and reduce its carbon footprint. Laboratoire Aguettant has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis for its corporate social responsibility efforts and scored in the top 35% of all companies evaluated. It has also received the e-Engagé CSR label from AFNOR, reflecting its dedication to eco-friendly practices.
Manufacturing and Expansion
Laboratoire Aguettant operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Lyon, France, and has expanded its industrial facilities by acquiring Delpharm Mouvaux, increasing production capacity by 55 million units. The company has invested 40 million euros in expanding manufacturing capacity across three sites in France, including a new production line for 10ml pre-filled syringes.
Global Presence and Community Engagement
Laboratoire Aguettant has a global presence with 10 subsidiaries across Europe, Asia, and Canada, along with numerous distribution partners worldwide. The company supports the Alain Carpentier Foundation, providing free surgeries for underprivileged children in Vietnam. It also participates in the national recovery plan 'France Relance' to support French businesses.