Source: The National News

Abu Dhabi-listed Pure Health has completed its Dh4.41 billion ($1.2 billion) acquisition of UK hospital operator Circle Health Group, as the UAE’s largest healthcare group continues to expand.

The company plans acquisitions in local and international markets to build a global healthcare platform, Pure Health said in a statement on Sunday.

The foray into the UK comes after Pure Health’s Dh1.8 billion equity investment in Ardent Health Services, the fourth-largest private healthcare group in the US that operates across six states.

“After investing in Ardent Health USA, this is Pure Health’s second international acquisition and we look forward to building our portfolio,” said Hamad Al Hammadi, Pure Health’s chairman.