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Astorg acquires Thermo Fisher's Microbiology business

PRIVATEAug 12, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Astorg

Acquired Company

WORQ

MalaysiaInformation TechnologyFinancial ServicesSoftware

Description

Astorg has completed the acquisition of the microbiology business from Thermo Fisher Scientific. This business will now become an independent company led by CEO Dirk Bontridder. It focuses on providing diagnostic consumables and equipment. A new corporate brand will be introduced later in 2026.

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Company

Astorg

About

Astorg is a European private equity firm with over €17 billion of assets under management. Astorg works with entrepreneurs and management teams to acquire market leading global companies headquartered in Europe or the US, providing them with the strategic guidance, governance and capital they need to achieve their growth plans. Enjoying a distinct entrepreneurial culture, a long-term shareholder perspective and a lean decision-making body, Astorg has valuable industry expertise in healthcare, software, technology, business services and technology-based industrial companies. Astorg has offices in London, Paris, New York, Frankfurt, Milan and Luxembourg.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired WORQ?

WORQ was acquired by Astorg. The deal was reported on August 12, 2026. Astorg is a European private equity firm with over €17 billion of assets under management. Astorg is privately held and operates in Information Technology.

When did Astorg acquire WORQ?

Astorg's acquisition of WORQ was reported on August 12, 2026. Astorg has completed the acquisition of the microbiology business from Thermo Fisher Scientific. This business will now become an independent company led by CEO Dirk Bontridder. It focuses on providing diagnostic consumables and equipment. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does WORQ do?

Malaysia-based co-working space provider with a goal to expand its co-working space operations. It is privately held, and is based in Malaysia.

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