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PROXY Laboratories Acquires MicroSafe Services from Merck Millipore

March 14, 2012, Leiden, the Netherlands

PROXY Laboratories B.V. (“PROXY”) announces today the acquisition of MicroSafe Services (Leiden, the Netherlands), from Merck Millipore, the Life Science division of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

MicroSafe is a microbiological contract laboratory that delivers a complete range of critical testing and consultancy services for the development and production of (bio)pharmaceuticals. In addition to offering the majority of bacteriology tests it is specialized in mycoplasma testing and in vitro virology testing.

Under the agreement, existing MicroSafe customers will have a seamless transition and uninterrupted service with PROXY’s takeover. The MicroSafe employees will be employed by PROXY. No other terms were disclosed.

Dr Ruud Santing, CEO of PROXY, says: “With this acquisition our portfolio of microbiological tests is significantly strengthened. In combination with our Analytical R&D and Manufacturing departments we can now offer a broad range of activities in high demand by biotech firms. We are excited to provide continued quality and service to our new customers and also look forward to expanding our offerings to this new customer base.”

Merck Millipore stated that the transaction is a good fit and creates a positive future for MicroSafe.

For further information, please contact:

Dr Marcel Langoor, CBO of PROXY, via telephone number +31-(0)71-5244080 or via email.

MicroSafe is a cGMP and GLP approved contract service organisation. Our services consist of routine contract services as well as customer specific projects. Our final reports are accepted by authorities world-wide. Our routine services are categorised per type of test, consultancy or training. Many services can be adaptated for different product categories. MicroSafe can prepare on request a product specific overview for our customers. Where your needs are very specific a special service can be developed. Do not hesitate to contact us if you can not find an answer to your specific question on our website.