13 January 2009

PRESS STATEMENT

UniChem Ltd is pleased to confirm that it has been selected as one of two wholesalers that will ensure the continuous supply of Novo Nordisk products to customers across the UK from 2 March 2009, under new plans announced today.

There will be no change to UniChem’s wholesaler status and it will continue to manage discounts, ease of ordering and delivery frequency on Novo Nordisk products for all customers.

Mark Stephenson, Commercial and Supplier Relations Director comments:

“We are extremely pleased to be working in partnership with Novo Nordisk and this latest agreement demonstrates that the UK supply chain continues to evolve in 2009.

“UniChem will continue to work in partnership with manufacturers throughout 2009, to ensure that any supply chain changes are in the best interests of all of its customers. Through our expertise and established nationwide distribution network, we aim to ensure that customers continue to receive the excellent levels of service that they expect.”

For more information please contact:
Helena Bate, Communications Manager, UniChem, 0208 974 4044
Sanam Conway, Communications Executive, UniChem, 0208 974 4045