Cosmos Health's Cana Laboratories Completes Facility Upgrades and Secures Contract Manufacturing Agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals for 4.32 Million Vials of DE3-SOLE

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Cosmos Health (NASDAQ:COSM) announced that its subsidiary, Cana Laboratories, has completed facility upgrades and secured a contract manufacturing agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals. The agreement involves manufacturing 4.32 million vials of DE3-SOLE OR.SOL.SDC 25000 IU/2.5ML. Cana's Athens facility is licensed under European GMP and certified by the EMA, capable of producing various pharmaceutical forms.

CEO Greg Siokas highlighted Cana's potential, noting its past collaborations with multinational companies and peak annual revenue of over $60 million. Cosmos acquired Cana in July 2023 as part of a restructuring process, aiming to revitalize its strengths without inheriting past liabilities. The company is focusing on scaling up Cana's high-margin contract manufacturing business.

Positive

• Completion of facility upgrades at Cana Laboratories, enhancing manufacturing capabilities
• Secured contract manufacturing agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals for 4.32 million vials
• Cana's facility is licensed under European GMP and certified by EMA, enabling diverse pharmaceutical production
• Potential for significant revenue growth, with Cana's historical peak revenue exceeding $60 million annually
• Strategy to scale up high-margin contract manufacturing business

Negative

• Cana previously had total liabilities of approximately $30 million in 2018

Financial Analyst

The completion of Cana Laboratories' facility upgrades and the new contract with Provident Pharmaceuticals are positive developments for Cosmos Health. The agreement to manufacture 4.32 million vials of DE3-SOLE demonstrates Cana's enhanced capabilities and potential for revenue growth. However, it's important to note that the financial impact remains uncertain without specific revenue figures for this contract.

Historically, Cana generated $60 million in annual revenue at its peak, which surpasses Cosmos Health's FY 2022 revenue. This suggests significant growth potential if Cana can approach its former performance levels. The acquisition strategy, which avoided inheriting Cana's past liabilities of $30 million, appears financially prudent. Investors should monitor Cana's revenue trajectory and its contribution to Cosmos Health's overall financial performance in upcoming quarters.

Pharmaceutical Industry Expert

The contract manufacturing agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals marks a strategic move for Cosmos Health's Cana Laboratories. Manufacturing 4.32 million vials of DE3-SOLE, a high-dose vitamin D supplement, aligns with current market trends favoring immune-boosting products. Cana's GMP certification and EMA approval are significant assets, enabling partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies.

The facility upgrades enhancing Cana's manufacturing capabilities across various pharmaceutical forms (tablets, capsules, syrups, etc.) position it well in the competitive contract manufacturing landscape. This diversification could lead to more partnerships and a stable revenue stream. However, the success of this strategy will depend on Cana's ability to maintain quality standards and compete on pricing in a market with established players.

CHICAGO, IL / ACCESSWIRE / July 3, 2024 / Cosmos Health Inc. ("Cosmos Health" or the "Company'') (NASDAQ:COSM), a diversified, vertically integrated global healthcare group engaged in innovative R&D, owner of proprietary pharmaceutical and nutraceutical brands, manufacturer and distributor of healthcare products, and operator of a telehealth platform, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Cana Laboratories ("Cana"), has completed the latest upgrades to its manufacturing capabilities and capacities and secured a contract manufacturing agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals ("Provident").

Provident, established in 2012, is a privately held specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the commercialization and marketing of niche and legacy pharmaceutical products, as well as medical devices in specific therapeutic areas.

Cosmos Health completed its acquisition of Cana in July 2023 and has since invested in upgrading Cana's Athens facility, which is licensed under European Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and certified by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), laying the foundation for future growth. As a result, Cana is now ramping up revenue generation from manufacturing its own products as well as those of third parties. Cana's facilities can accommodate a wide range of pharmaceuticals, including tablets, capsules, syrups, nasal sprays, creams, gels, and ointments. In line with this strategy, the Company has entered into a contract manufacturing agreement with Provident to support their growth aspirations. Specifically, the contract relates to the manufacturing of 4.32 million units of DE3-SOLE OR.SOL.SDC 25000 IU/2.5ML (BTx4 vials x 2.5 ml).

Greg Siokas, CEO of Cosmos Health, stated: "Cana is our hidden gem. Historically, Cana has been an ideal contract manufacturing partner, collaborating with multinational companies such as Merck, AstraZeneca, and Unilever. The agreement with Provident marks the first step in restoring Cana to its former glory. To put things into perspective, at its peak, Cana generated over $60 million in annual revenue but also had total liabilities of approximately $30 million in 2018. We acquired Cana as part of a restructuring process, allowing us to revitalize its strengths without inheriting past liabilities. Interestingly, if we were to restore Cana to its peak revenue, it would exceed Cosmos's FY 2022 revenue, suggesting significant upside potential. To this end, we are diligently working to scale up Cana's high-margin contract manufacturing business"

About Cosmos Health Inc.

Cosmos Health Inc. (Nasdaq:COSM), incorporated in 2009 in Nevada, is a diversified, vertically integrated global healthcare group. The Company owns a portfolio of proprietary pharmaceutical and nutraceutical brands, including Sky Premium Life®, Mediterranation®, bio-bebe® and C-Sept®. Through its subsidiary Cana Laboratories S.A., licensed under European Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and certified by the European Medicines Agency, it manufactures pharmaceuticals, food supplements, cosmetics, biocides, and medical devices within the European Union. Cosmos Health also distributes a broad line of pharmaceuticals and parapharmaceuticals, including branded generics and OTC medications, to retail pharmacies and wholesale distributors through its subsidiaries in Greece and the UK. Furthermore, the Company has established R&D partnerships targeting major health disorders such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer, enhanced by artificial intelligence drug repurposing technologies, and focuses on the R&D of novel patented nutraceuticals, specialized root extracts, proprietary complex generics, and innovative OTC products. Cosmos Health has also entered the telehealth space through the acquisition of ZipDoctor, Inc., based in Texas, USA. With a global distribution platform, the Company is currently expanding throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, and has offices and distribution centers in Thessaloniki and Athens, Greece, and in Harlow, UK. More information is available at www.cosmoshealthinc.com, www.skypremiumlife.com, www.cana.gr, www.zipdoctor.co, as well as LinkedIn and X.

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FAQ

What is the contract manufacturing agreement between Cana Laboratories and Provident Pharmaceuticals for COSM?

Cana Laboratories, a subsidiary of Cosmos Health (COSM), has secured a contract manufacturing agreement with Provident Pharmaceuticals to produce 4.32 million units of DE3-SOLE OR.SOL.SDC 25000 IU/2.5ML (BTx4 vials x 2.5 ml).

When did Cosmos Health acquire Cana Laboratories?

Cosmos Health completed its acquisition of Cana Laboratories in July 2023.

What was Cana Laboratories' peak annual revenue in the past?

At its peak, Cana Laboratories generated over $60 million in annual revenue.

What certifications does Cana Laboratories' Athens facility have?

Cana Laboratories' Athens facility is licensed under European Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and certified by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).