Medical Equipment & Supplies Company Acquires Strategic Mixed-Use Property in Malacca to Establish Integrated Healthcare Hub

Fischer Medical Ventures Ltd (FMV) has made a significant strategic move by acquiring a landmark mixed-use property in Malacca, Malaysia, with the ambitious goal of establishing a regional integrated healthcare hub. This acquisition, strategically positioned next to the renowned Mahkota Hospital, signals FMV's commitment to expanding its presence across the healthcare value chain in Southeast Asia. The property, comprising hotel, commercial, and retail components, will be progressively redeveloped to include health screening centres, specialist clinics, and medical suites, thereby creating a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem.

Simultaneously, FMV is making remarkable strides in Indonesia, partnering with the City of Jember in a public-private initiative to combat tuberculosis (TB). This collaboration leverages FMV's innovative portable, AI-enabled digital X-ray systems, designed for mobility, low-radiation exposure, and rapid diagnostics. This USD 10 million, two-year program aims to achieve "TB-Free Jember" by 2026 and contribute to Indonesia's national goal of eradicating TB by 2030. The initiative addresses the critical challenge of limited access to early detection and treatment in Indonesia, where TB remains a leading cause of death, particularly in remote areas.

The dual focus on establishing a regional healthcare hub in Malacca and spearheading a crucial public health initiative in Indonesia underscores FMV's holistic approach to healthcare advancement in Southeast Asia. The acquisition of Malacca will serve as a direct channel to showcase and distribute FMV's advanced medical device solutions, fostering direct engagement with healthcare providers and patients. Meanwhile, the partnership with Jember highlights FMV's commitment to corporate social responsibility, while also strategically entering a large and growing market with substantial public health opportunities. These initiatives collectively position FMV as a key player in transforming healthcare outcomes across the region.

About the Company

Fischer Medical Ventures Ltd (FMV), incorporated in 1993 as Fischer Chemic Ltd, has undergone a significant transformation from its initial business of trading chemicals and machinery. While historically a recurring loss-making entity with eroded net worth, the company has strategically diversified its operations, particularly in the medical equipment sector. Now specialising in the development and trading of cutting-edge medical diagnostic and imaging technologies, including MRI systems and portable AI-enabled X-ray machines, FMV is headquartered in Chennai with a manufacturing facility in the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ).

On Friday, shares of Fischer Medical Ventures Ltd jumped over 10 per cent to Rs 860 per share from its previous closing of Rs 776.95 per share. The shares of the company saw a spurt in volume by more than 2 times on the BSE. The company has a market cap of Rs 5,440 crore and the stock is up over 50 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 573.60 per share.

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