# Laerdal Medical acquires SIMCharacters

Laerdal Medical has acquired SIMCharacters, an Austrian company specializing in high-fidelity neonatal simulators. The acquisition strengthens Laerdal's position in healthcare simulation, particularly in neonatology and pediatric care.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2025-02-13
- Where: Austria
- Status: completed
- Products: neonatal simulators Paul, Emily, Emma
- Sectors: [Medical Devices](https://endata.com/sectors/medical-devices.md)

## Companies

- [Laerdal Medical](https://endata.com/companies/67108.md) (acquirer)
- [SIMCharacters](https://endata.com/companies/82925.md) (target)

## Sources

- [mynewsdesk.com](https://www.mynewsdesk.com/laerdal-as/pressreleases/laerdal-medical-announces-acquisition-of-simcharacters-3402495), 2025-02-13: "We are excited to officially welcome SIMCharacters to the Laerdal team."

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