The company’s 1^st MEA subsidiary positions it at the heart of one of the world’s fastest-growing healthcare regions, enhancing access to trusted, high-quality treatments.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 17 December 2025. Greek pharmaceuticals manufacturer, ELPEN, today announced the launch of its 1st MEA subsidiary in the United Arab Emirates. The move marks a major milestone in the company’s international expansion strategy and strengthens its long-term commitment to improving healthcare across the region.

With its new offices in the UAE, ELPEN’s MEA subsidiary will serve as the company’s regional strategic centre, enabling closer engagement with health authorities, clinicians, scientific communities, medical societies, and institutional partners across the region.

Theodore Tryfon, Co – Chief Executive Officer ELPEN Group mentioned: “ELPEN enters the UAE carrying a legacy of nearly six decades of Greek scientific innovation and reliable pharmaceutical manufacturing. By connecting this heritage with a nation investing decisively in world-class healthcare, we aim to build long-term collaborations that support patient access, research excellence and sustainable industry growth. As one of Greece’s most advanced pharmaceutical groups, we remain committed to high-quality production and strong R&D, ensuring that Greek medicines can serve as credible, innovation-driven partners to the UAE’s healthcare vision.”

With the region experiencing rising demand for safe, trusted, and high-quality medicines, the new subsidiary positions ELPEN to operate with greater agility, cultural understanding, and proximity to the needs of local healthcare systems. The company has appointed Mohammad Allakany as General Manager for Middle East and Africa, bringing decades of healthcare experience and a proven leadership track record. In his role, he will oversee ELPEN’s growth strategy and regional expansion across MEA.

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