York-based Aptamer Group plc, the developer of molecule binding techniques for use in medicine and cosmetics, on Wednesday provided investors with an update on contracts signed since its financial year ended June 30, 2024.
Aptamer said it has secured new contracts worth up to £471,000 “continuing the positive commercial traction achieved during the last quarter of the previous financial year.”
Apatmer shares rose as much as 7% on Wednesday morning — but they are down about 80% for the past year.
The firm said: “These contracts include multiple agreements, including two from top 20 and one from a top 5 global pharmaceutical companies, totalling up to £340,000.
“These projects are aimed at developing Optimers as critical reagents to support active clinical development programmes and facilitate the analysis of novel therapeutics.
“A significant proportion of these deals involve repeat customers who are advancing Aptamer’s binders within their internal pipelines, with some signalling intent for long-term licensing revenues.
“This ongoing traction highlights Aptamer’s role in supporting key industry players and reinforces our position as a key player in the market.
“These new contracts illustrate Aptamer’s increasing commercial traction and the group’s ability to secure repeat business from top pharmaceutical companies.
“Aptamer now has booked revenue contracts of up to c. £1.2m to recognise throughout FY25 (Jun 25 year-end) and an increased sales pipeline from £2.1m in July 2024 to £4.0m as of today.”
Aptamer Group CEO Arron Tolley said: “Following the fundraise in August 2024, I am pleased to report that the sustained focus of our commercial team continues to bear fruit.
“We are advancing steadily towards our revenue and potential licensing goals for FY 25 with the best part of 7 months left in the financial year.
“Revenue generation and increased income from licensing form a pivotal component of the Group’s strategy to deliver shareholder value and I look forward to updating you on future contracts and key project updates.”