FTW24: Creating Strength in Numbers for the Pharma & Biotech Arenas
In an industry dominated by consolidation and large distributors, FTW24 is creating a third path for small-but-mighty businesses in the pharma and biotech arena. We bring independent owners together, creating collective strength that delivers better outcomes for everyone involved. Our approach offers flexibility while our founder-led approach ensures we truly understand the challenges you face.
Why FTW 24 Exists
Industry Consolidation
The pharmaceutical and biotechnology supply chain is experiencing a period of unprecedented consolidation. Major distributors are expanding their market share through aggressive acquisition strategies, creating an increasingly challenging environment for smaller independent businesses.
Limited Options
Small independents typically face two unappealing choices: continue struggling against growing competitive pressures with diminishing returns, or sell their business below its true value, due to limited negotiating leverage.
Strength in Numbers
FTW24 creates a powerful third option by bringing together complementary businesses under one strategic umbrella, preserving independence while creating collective strength that can compete effectively in today’s market.
Our Vision
FTW24 is built on the belief that small but mighty businesses in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology supply chain deserve the same opportunities as their larger competitors. From high-purity gaskets, tubing, hoses, and single-use components to specialist services and installations, these companies are the backbone of innovation and and quality, in the sector.
Too often, they face disproportionate challenges despite their excellence. FTW24 is changing that by creating a collaborative ecosystem where independent owners keep their unique identities while benefiting from collective scale. Together, we unlock capabilities and opportunities once reserved for much larger players.
Our approach creates immediate benefits through shared resources, while simultaneously positioning members for stronger future outcomes. By combining complementary businesses, we can create a group substantial enough to attract the strategic buyers looking for established platforms in the £20M+ range, a sweet spot that individual businesses might struggle to reach independently.
Knowledge & Expertise
FTW24 members access collective wisdom, industry insights, and specialised expertise across the entire pharma/biotech supply chain that would be impossible to develop individually.
Enhanced Valuation
As part of FTW24, you’ll position your business for significantly stronger valuations through operational improvements, strategic alignment, and the premium that comes with scale.
Strategic Attraction
Within FTW24, your business will become part of a collective large enough to attract serious attention from strategic buyers seeking established platforms in the £20M+ range.
FTW24’s vision isn’t merely theoretical, it’s grounded in market realities and proven business principles. By working together, FTW24 members create mutual ‘benefits, while preserving what makes each business special.