Intuitive Surgical to establish direct presence in Italy, Spain, Portugal

Intuitive announced it intends to establish a direct presence in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Malta, and San Marino, and associated territories via the acquisition of the da Vinci and Ion distribution businesses in these countries. Intuitive has entered into this agreement, subject to regulatory approvals, with the current Intuitive technology distributors ab medica, Abex, Excelencia Robotica, and their affiliates to purchase their Intuitive product-related business. The transaction will not close until 2026, after approvals have been received and closing conditions met. Upon deal closure in 2026, the da Vinci and Ion business of ab medica, Abex, and Excelencia Robotica will be wholly owned by Intuitive, and business operations will be integrated into Intuitive’s European commercial and marketing organization, led by Senior Vice President and General Manager Dirk Barten. “Intuitive is excited to continue to invest in the significant opportunity to bring safe, minimally invasive care to more patients across Europe. Having a direct presence in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Malta, and San Marino, and associated territories allows us to deepen our understanding of unique customer needs in these countries,” said Intuitive CEO Gary Guthart.