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Biotechnology: Pharmaceutical Preparations
DivestmentJun 3, 2026, 04:16 PM

Celularity Divests Biomaterials Business for up to $30M

AI Summary

Celularity Inc. announced a Letter to Shareholders detailing strategic shifts, including the out-licensing of its biomaterials business to NexGel, Inc. for up to $30 million, which also eliminated nearly $13 million in liabilities. This move streamlines operations and refocuses resources on core placental-derived cellular therapy programs, particularly cenplacel-L, for longevity and age-related diseases. The company expects cenplacel-L revenue growth in 2026, driven by physician adoption in Florida, and has appointed Rick Gonzalez as Chief Commercial Officer to lead commercial expansion, while acknowledging a challenging capital environment.

Key Highlights

  • Out-licensed biomaterials business to NexGel, Inc. for up to $30 million.
  • Eliminated nearly $13 million in recorded liabilities through strategic structuring.
  • Appointed Rick Gonzalez as Chief Commercial Officer.
  • Expects cenplacel-L revenue growth in 2026, driven by physician adoption in Florida.
  • Continuing to explore natural killer cell program, CYNK-001.