Orion Medical Supplies acquires Vernacare’s Harm Reduction business, forming a strategic partnership to drive growth
Orion Medical Supplies (‘Orion’), a leading specialist in harm reduction solutions, has acquired Vernacare’s Harm Reduction business (known as ‘eXchange’).
As part of this agreement, Vernacare and Orion have entered into an exclusive partnership, whereby Orion will source all its sharp containers from Vernacare. This collaboration reinforces both organisations’ commitment to delivering safe, sustainable solutions.
Alex Hodges, CEO of Vernacare, commented: “We are confident the eXchange range will thrive under Orion’s focused leadership in harm reduction and needle syringe programmes, and through our partnership we will continue supporting the most vulnerable in our communities with high-quality sharps containment solutions. We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration brings for both businesses.”
This strategic acquisition and partnership enables Orion to accelerate growth in harm reduction services while Vernacare sharpens its focus on core solutions in Infection Prevention, Clinical Waste Management, and Surgical Solutions. Together, both organisations are committed to driving innovation and delivering superior outcomes for healthcare providers.
About Vernacare
Vernacare is a global leader in sustainable healthcare solutions, pioneering innovation in Infection Prevention, Clinical Waste Management and Surgical Solutions. With decades of experience, Vernacare partners with healthcare providers worldwide to deliver products and systems that improve safety, efficiency and environmental performance. Our commitment to quality and sustainability ensures we help healthcare organisations reduce risk, enhance patient care and achieve their goals responsibly.
About Orion Medical Supplies
Orion is a specialist provider to the harm reduction market, working closely with Public Health, NHS and charitable bodies for over 19 years to deliver comprehensive needle and syringe provision, bespoke pharmacy kits and managed waste collection services.
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