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Occlutech

Minimally invasive cardiac implant manufacturer

occlutech.com

Headquarters: Helsingborg, Sweden
Founded year: 2003
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 225–500

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Latest news about Occlutech

In short: Occlutech agreed to a majority stake acquisition by Alkem MedTech for $118 million and launched its ASD Occluder in the U.S. market.

Company announcements

15 December 2025 Occlutech

Occlutech publishes OCCLUFLEX study design manuscript

The study is the first randomized comparison of U.S. approved PFO occluders versus Flex II Occluder, including patients over 60. FDA submission is planned for 2026.

9 July 2025 Occlutech

Occlutech appoints Thomas J. Bogenschütz as Chairman

He brings over 30 years of MedTech experience, including CEO roles at MEDIRA and prior positions at CryoLife and JOTEC. The appointment strengthens governance for growth.

28 August 2024 Occlutech

Occlutech announces commercial ASD Occluder implantations in the U.S

Procedures occurred at leading cardiac centers post-FDA approval in December 2023. The device shows positive outcomes and low complications. Occlutech partners with B. Braun for U.S. distribution.

8 January 2024 Occlutech

Occlutech announces FDA approval of ASD Occluder and Pistol Pusher

The devices treat atrial septal defects minimally invasively. Commercialization begins with B. Braun in the US market.

Media coverage

March 9 startupticker.ch

Occlutech to gain Alkem as majority shareholder

Indian pharmaceutical company Alkem MedTech plans to acquire a majority stake in Swiss medtech company Occlutech. Alkem intends to buy up to 55% of Occlutech...

February 20 Yahoo Finance

India s Alkem Labs unit to buy up to 55% of Occlutech for $118 million

BENGALURU, Feb 13 (Reuters) - Alkem Laboratories' medical devices unit will buy up to a 55% stake in...

February 16 Medical Dialogues

Alkem Arm Makes Binding Offer to Acquire 51-55% Stake in Swiss Medtech Firm Occlutech

Alkem Laboratories Limited announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Alkem Medtech Private Limited, has made a binding offer dated February 13, 2026, to acquire between...

February 13 Reuters

India's Alkem Laboratories unit to buy up to 55% stake in Occlutech Holding for 99.4 million euros

Alkem Laboratories' medical devices unit will buy a stake of up to 55% in Switzerland-based Occlutech Holding for 99.4 million euros ($117.9 million), the pharmaceutical...

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