Galexis

What Galexis does

Galexis AG is Switzerland's leading pharmaceutical and healthcare wholesaler, distributing the country's largest pharma and non-pharma assortment from two automated distribution centers — Niederbipp (operational since 2008, expanded in 2014) and Lausanne-Ecublens — to pharmacies, medical practices, and drogeries nationwide. The company, founded in 1927 as Collaboration Pharmaceutique SA and rebranded to Galexis in 2001, operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of publicly listed Galenica AG (SIX Swiss Exchange since April 7, 2017) and is the distribution and logistics arm of the broader Galenica healthcare group, which also owns pharmacy chains Amavita (140+ branches) and Sun Store (100+ branches).

The core offering is the Vollsortiment — the largest pharma and non-pharmaceutical assortment in Switzerland — complemented by GDP-compliant temperature-controlled quality logistics, electronic ordering through the e-Galexis portal, the Opti-Mix business process optimization package (barcode receiving, expiry and batch tracking), and proprietary offerings including the GAL*ecoline* Medtech product line, Pincool digital temperature monitoring, and the Medifilm blister packaging service (acquired 2013). The company also operates the Frequenzbringer service bundle — vaccination, health measurements, and the HerzCheck/CardioTest cardiovascular screening program (partnered with the Swiss Heart Foundation) — to drive pharmacy foot traffic.

The business model is B2B transaction-based wholesale: pricing is quote-based and accessed via the authenticated e-Galexis portal or direct customer service, with same-day/next-day delivery across Switzerland. Customers span enterprise pharmacy chains, independent pharmacy groupings (Winconcept 170+, DR. BÄHLER DROPA 100+, TopPharm, Coop Vitality, PharmaRomandie, Pharmavital, Rotpunkt, fortis concept), 90-member drogery grouping Swidro, and medical practices. Distribution channels include direct field sales, inside sales/customer service, the self-serve e-Galexis portal, and inter-customer parcel delivery. Galexis has 501–1,000 employees and is headquartered in Niederbipp, Switzerland.

Name

Galexis

Legal name

Galexis AG

Website

https://galexis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Galexis AG is Switzerland's leading pharmaceutical and healthcare wholesaler, distributing the country's largest pharma and non-pharma assortment from two distribution centers to pharmacies, medical practices, and drogeries nationwide. Wholly-owned subsidiary of publicly listed Galenica AG.

Ownership category

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Product category

Pharmaceutical Wholesale Distribution

NAICS

Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (424210)

SIC

Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Line Pharmaceutical Wholesalers (HLAIAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Pharmaceutical Distributors (HLAIAJAB), OTC & Consumer Health Distributors (HLAIAJAC), Pharmacy Front-End & Sundries Distribution (Health & Wellness, Personal Care, Convenience) (CRAOAHAG)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical wholesale
• Healthcare logistics
• Medical distribution
• Pharmacy supply
• Parallel imports

Headquarters

HQ city

Niederbipp

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Distribution: Core business as Switzerland's leading healthcare logistics company distributing the largest pharma and non-pharma assortment nationwide to pharmacies and healthcare providers.
2. Non-Pharmaceutical Products: Distribution of cosmetics, medical technology products, practice supplies, laboratory equipment, and other health-related products to pharmacies and drogeries.
3. Logistics and Fulfillment Services: Quality logistics services including temperature-controlled storage, same-day/next-day delivery, parcel services between customers, and specialized handling services.
4. Medical Technology Products: Sale of medical technology equipment including temperature monitoring systems (Pincool), diagnostic devices, vaccination supplies, and practice laboratory equipment.
5. Parallel Import Services: Parallel import of pharmaceuticals providing cost alternatives for the Swiss market.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Galexis is Switzerland's leading pharmaceutical wholesaler, distributing the country's largest assortment of pharmaceuticals, parapharmaceuticals, and non-pharmaceutical goods from its two distribution centers in Niederbipp and Ecublens to pharmacies, medical practices, and drogeries. The company complements this core distribution with value-added services including patient-specific blister packaging (Medifilm), temperature-controlled cold-chain logistics (Pincool), the e-Galexis digital ordering platform, and an own-brand medical technology product line (GAL*ecoline*).

Product overview

Galexis is Switzerland's leading healthcare logistics company offering a comprehensive pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical distribution platform. The core offering centers on the Vollsortiment (Full Assortment) - the largest pharma and non-pharma product range in Switzerland - supported by quality-controlled logistics operations from two distribution centers in Niederbipp and Lausanne-Ecublens. The platform includes electronic ordering via e-Galexis, blister packaging services (Verblisterung/Medifilm), and a suite of customer retention services (Frequenzbringer) including vaccination, health measurements, and HerzCheck cardiovascular screening. Additional offerings span temperature monitoring solutions (Pincool), practice management tools, parallel imports, exclusive product lines (GAL*ecoline*), and the Safety Stock Initiative addressing medication supply security. The company operates as part of the Galenica Group, serving the entire Swiss healthcare market since 1927.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vollsortiment Pharmaceutical Distribution Core wholesale service distributing Switzerland's largest assortment of pharmaceuticals, parapharmaceuticals, and non-pharmaceutical goods from the distribution centers in Niederbipp and Ecublens to pharmacies, medical practices, and drogeries, with same-day/next-day delivery coverage.
• Medifilm Blister Packaging (Verblisterung) Patient-specific blister packaging service that pre-sorts patients' medications into weekly blister packs for pharmacies and care facilities, improving medication adherence and dispensing safety.
• e-Galexis Online Ordering Platform Digital B2B ordering platform that allows pharmacy, medical practice, and drogery customers to place orders, manage assortments, and access product information online.
• Pincool Temperature Monitoring and Cold-Chain Logistics Temperature monitoring and temperature-controlled transport solution for pharmacies handling cold-chain pharmaceutical products, ensuring regulatory-compliant cold-chain integrity.
• Opti-Mix Service Package Customized pharmaceutical logistics service package for pharmacies combining assortment optimization, delivery scheduling, and inventory management support to reduce stockouts and overstocking.
• GAL*ecoline* Medical Technology Product Line Own-brand medical technology and consumables product line distributed by Galexis to pharmacies and medical practices.
• Galexis Parcelservice (Parcel Service) Parcel delivery service enabling pharmacies to ship products directly to end customers.

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AllogacoreTechnology or IntegrationAlloga offers pharmaceutical and healthcare companies a broad range of specialized logistics services (prewholesale). Both Alloga and Galexis are part of the Galenica Group, providing complementary logistics services in the Swiss healthcare supply chain.
• HCI Solutions AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationHCI Solutions AG maintains databases and develops management solutions specifically designed for the networked healthcare market needs in Switzerland.
• Unione Farmaceutica Distribuzione (UFD)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAs a pharmaceutical wholesaler (wholesale), Unione Farmaceutica Distribuzione ensures the supply of all healthcare partners within the shortest possible time.
• AmavitacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWith over 140 branches, Amavita offers the largest pharmacy network in Switzerland. Galexis distributes pharmaceutical products to Amavita stores as a major customer.
• Sun Store PharmaciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSun Store pharmacy-parfumerie chain with 40 years of experience and over 100 branches. The company headquartered in St.-Sulpice VD belongs to the Galenica Group.
• Coop Vitality AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading Swiss pharmacy chain with high competence, attractive offerings, immediate proximity to Coop stores, and highly motivated employees.
• DR. BÄHLER DROPA AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily company since 1967 supporting over 100 pharmacies and drogeries with services and specialized knowledge under APOTHEKEN DROGERIEN DR. BÄHLER and DROPA brands.
• fortis concept agminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss health grouping for pharmacies and drogeries. With over 100 members, it is one of the largest groupings in Switzerland developing services for daily communication, marketing, and purchasing.
• Pharmacie PlusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 100 independent pharmacists across Switzerland united under the same brand, offering customers competence in health, individual consultation, and quality services.
• PharmaRomandieminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCreated in 2014 from the merger of Romanpharm and Rhônapharm. Today counts 30 pharmacies in Romandie and Canton Bern. All members are independent pharmacies emphasizing service quality, listening, availability, and professional competence.
• PharmavitalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWith engagement and partnership, Pharmavital offers its 61 member pharmacies in German- and French-speaking Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein individual customer solutions.
• Rotpunkt-Pharma AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUmbrella organization of Rotpunkt pharmacies with the goal of continuously strengthening the entrepreneurial ability of independent pharmacies through support in marketing, continuing education, and purchasing.
• TopPharm ApothekenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGrouping of independent pharmacies in German-speaking Switzerland. The heart of the brand is the Health Coach. Members benefit from FPH training, health campaigns, customer magazines, customer cards, advertising, social media, centralized purchasing, and more worth CHF 100,000.
• WinconceptminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarketing and communication company managing Feelgood's, Switzerland's largest pharmacy grouping. With over 170 partner pharmacies distributed throughout Switzerland, they offer services to support pharmacies in their daily work while promoting individualized pharmacy appearance.
• Swidro AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFounded in 1995 by committed droguists under the motto 'together successful.' With 90 members, swidro is the largest drogerie grouping in Switzerland.
• Müller Handels AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss drogerie chain with stores offering experience-shopping with atmosphere. Müller carries Switzerland's largest drogerie brand assortment.
• PharmalogcoreOthersThe association of Swiss pharmaceutical full-line wholesalers advocates for nationwide, safe, and economical distribution of medicines and health products in the healthcare market. Galexis is a member of Pharmalog.
• pharmaSuissecoreOthersThe Swiss Pharmacists Association is the umbrella organization of Swiss retail, industry, government, and hospital pharmacists.
• Swiss Heart FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partner for the HerzCheck/CardioTest cardiovascular prevention program. Galexis serves as official logistics and service partner for the necessary Cholestech LDX system in certified pharmacies.
• FMH (Swiss Medical Association)minorOthersThe professional association of Swiss doctors.
• SVA (Swiss Association of Medical Practice Assistants)minorOthersThe professional association of medical practice assistants with approximately 5,500 members.
• CAPminorOthersThe organization of retail pharmacists, their specialist partner for professional development events for pharmacists and pharmaceutical assistants.
• MephacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of Switzerland's leading generic pharmaceutical companies and a Teva group company since 2011. Mepha supports Galexis electric vehicle initiative and sustainable logistics. Joint initiative to reduce fossil fuels in delivery fleet by 40% by 2028.
• SandozcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGalexis and Sandoz launched the Safety Stock initiative to address medication supply challenges by significantly increasing national safety stocks of generic medicines for chronic disease treatment.
• doXmartminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCreated in 2001 by doctors under the slogan 'Buy intelligently.' DoXMart has become one of the largest purchasing communities for medications, consumables, and daily needs at advantageous prices for medical practices.
• Sanacare AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the largest healthcare management organizations, grouping medical practices offering comprehensive, high-quality basic care to HMO insured and external patients.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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