Created in 1998 from the merger of the two companies Lohmann Medical (founded in 1851) and Rauscher (founded in 1899), L&R has 170 years of expertise as a dependable partner and solution provider for its customers. The company has pursued an active acquisition strategy to expand capabilities, acquiring Unisurge in March 2025, the UK's market-leading manufacturer of custom procedure packs and surgical products. Products include wound care, compression therapy, orthopedic supports, surgical drapes, disinfection solutions, and products for dermatology, ophthalmology, and ENT.
Cyborg Score Rationale
L&R commands a substantial global footprint with 5,500+ employees, 60,000+ SKUs, and multi-continent production capacity. Strong heritage (170 years) and strategic acquisitions (Unisurge in 2025) reinforce market position. Private ownership provides operational flexibility, though limited financial transparency constrains full assessment.
Top Insights
Acquired Unisurge (March 2025), the UK's market-leading custom procedure pack manufacturer and supplier of disposable surgical products and OR equipment
Completed extensive modernisation efforts at its Neuwied production site in April 2024
Product portfolio includes wound care, compression therapy, orthopedic supports, surgical drapes, disinfection solutions, and specialized products for dermatology, ophthalmology, and ENT
Operating across Austria, Germany, France, Czech Republic, and China with 5,500+ employees, serving hospitals, doctors, pharmacies, wholesalers, and retail businesses
Named Competitors
Medline — Global medical device and healthcare supplies manufacturer
Smith & Nephew — Wound care and orthopedic medical device company
Mölnlycke — Wound care and infection prevention products
Elastimed — Medical compression and orthotic solutions