Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd is a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in areas such as reproductive medicine, maternal health, gastroenterology, and urology. Established over 70 years ago, Ferring has developed a strong reputation for research-driven innovation and patient-centric therapies. It registered in the EU Transparency Register on 14 December 2021 to engage in lobbying activities within the EU institutions. Ferring’s lobbying focus spans policy areas including pharmaceuticals regulation, healthcare innovation, and patient access to medicines. The firm aims to support sustainable healthcare development across Europe and advocates for regulatory frameworks that facilitate clinical research and the introduction of novel therapies, such as gene-based treatments for bladder cancer.

The company operates through a decentralized commercial structure divided into geographical areas including the U.S., Western Europe and Canada, Intercontinental, Japan and nearby Asia-Pacific countries, and Greater China. This network supports its lobbying efforts by aligning local and regional policy strategies with broader EU regulatory goals.

Ferring’s lobbying activities are underpinned by significant investment in innovation and sustainability, reflected in its 2024 annual report revenue of €2.343 billion and continued financial growth. The firm is active in collaborative projects, regulatory consultations, and stakeholder dialogues to foster public health advancements. Additionally, Ferring maintains registrations not only with the EU Transparency Register but also with registers in France and Germany, underscoring its commitment to transparency and compliance in multiple jurisdictions.

By engaging with policymakers, healthcare stakeholders, and industry peers, Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd advocates for policies that balance patient needs, scientific advancements, and healthcare system sustainability. Their efforts focus on shaping legislation and policies that impact pharmaceutical innovation, clinical trials, market access, and ethical business conduct within the EU.

  • Registered in EU Transparency Register: 14 Dec 2021

  • Registration ID: 782735944950-91

  • Industry: Biopharmaceuticals / Pharmaceuticals

  • Core sectors: Reproductive medicine, maternal health, gastroenterology, urology, gene-based therapies

  • Headquarters: Not explicitly stated in EU register (see below)

  • Presence: EU, U.S., Asia, Intercontinental

  • Sustainability focus: Registered in EU, France, Germany transparency registers

No related lobbyists found.

  • Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Healthcare and Medical Research

  • Biotechnology

  • Patient Access to Medicines

  • Clinical Research Regulations

  • Gene Therapy Innovation

  • Collaborated with: Blackstone Life Sciences (US commercialization partner)

  • Affiliations: Participates in EU pharmaceutical and healthcare policy stakeholder forums

  • Registered also in France and Germany Transparency Registers, reflecting networking and compliance across key EU markets

  • Industry associations: Potential collaboration with EFPIA (European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations) and similar networks (general for pharma companies)

  • Since EU Transparency Register registration in December 2021, the disclosed lobbying expenditure bands are not detailed in publicly available summaries for Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd from open EU Transparency data or LobbyFacts database.

  • Typical pharma lobbying firms report between €100,000 and €500,000 annually, but exact breakdowns by year and cumulative total for Ferring are unavailable online.

  • Engages with Europe’s pharmaceutical regulatory bodies, including the European Medicines Agency (EMA)

  • Participates in consultations with the European Commission DG SANTE (Health and Food Safety)

  • Active in policy discussions at the European Parliament concerning pharmaceuticals and healthcare innovation

  • Specific lists of meetings held by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd with EU officials since December 2021 are not publicly itemized in online Transparency Register summary data.

  • Likely participates in multiple formal and informal meetings, consultations, and industry roundtables related to pharmaceutical regulation and healthcare policy.