NAMSA and Advanced Medical Solutions announce preferred partnership. Nov 09, 2026, 07:34 ET NAMSA's testing, biological safety, regulatory and clinical research services will support the accelerated development and global market access of AMS's tissue-healing portfolio. TOLEDO, Ohio and WINSFORD, England, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - NAMSA, a world-leading MedTech Contract Research Organization (CRO) offering end-to-end development services, and Advanced Medical Solutions (AMS), an independent developer and manufacturer of innovative tissue-healing technologies, today announced they have entered into a preferred partnership to accelerate the development and commercialization of AMS's product portfolio. Under the agreement, Advanced Medical Solutions gains consolidated access to NAMSA's full suite of services, from regulatory, quality and biological safety consulting, to biocompatibility, chemical characterization, microbiology and package integrity testing, through clinical research spanning study design, trial execution and post-market evidence generation. Bringing these services together under a single partner is designed to reduce handoffs between providers, improve continuity across development programs, and shorten the path from design to market. "AMS has been a valued partner for many years, and this agreement reflects the strong foundation of trust, collaboration, and shared purpose built over that time. This strategic partnership marks an exciting new chapter in our relationship, bringing together AMS's innovation in tissue healing and NAMSA's expertise across preclinical testing, biological safety, regulatory strategy, and clinical planning. Together, we aim to accelerate and streamline the path to market and enhance outcomes for the customers and patients we proudly serve," said Brian Smith, CEO, NAMSA. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Winsford, UK, Advanced Medical Solutions designs and manufactures surgical and advanced wound care medical devices marketed under brands including LIQUIBAND(R), RESORBA(R), ActivHeal(R), VITA(TM) Clip, IFABOND(R), LIQUIBANDFIX8(R), LIQUIFIX(TM) and Seal-G(R). Its portfolio spans tissue adhesives, sutures, haemostats, internal fixation devices and sealants, alongside advanced wound care dressings, with products sold in more than 100 countries. MedTech manufacturers continue to face evolving regulatory requirements and rising demands for clinical and biological safety evidence. More stringent expectations can extend development timelines, increase costs and delay patient access. NAMSA's integrated model gives sponsors a single partner across preclinical, testing, regulatory and clinical services, helping them manage risk earlier and move products forward more efficiently. "Formalising this preferred partnership is a natural evolution of the trust and collaborative success our teams have built over many years. By integrating NAMSA's comprehensive preclinical and clinical expertise with our surgical and advanced wound care pipeline, we gain the expertise needed to clear regulatory hurdles and bring our technologies to patients much faster," Advanced Medical Solutions. ABOUT NAMSA Helping medical device Sponsors improve healthcare since 1967, NAMSA is the world's leading MedTech Contract Research Organization (CRO) offering end-to-end development services. Driven by its global regulatory expertise and in-depth therapeutic knowledge, NAMSA is dedicated to accelerating medical device product development, offering only the most proven solutions to move clients' products through the product development lifecycle efficiently and cost-effectively. From preclinical and clinical research to medical device testing and regulatory compliance, NAMSA is the industry's premier, trusted partner for successful development and commercialization outcomes. Visit: www.namsa.com ABOUT ADVANCED MEDICAL SOLUTIONS Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AIM: AMS) is a world-leading independent developer and manufacturer of innovative tissue-healing technology, focused on quality outcomes for patients and value for payers. AMS has a wide range of surgical products including tissue adhesives, sutures, haemostats, internal fixation devices and internal sealants, which it markets under its brands LIQUIBAND(R), RESORBA(R), ActivHeal(R), VITA(TM) Clip, IFABOND(R), LIQUIBANDFIX8(R), LIQUIFIX(TM) and Seal-G(R). Advanced Medical Solutions also supplies wound care dressings such as silver alginates, alginates and foams through its ActivHeal(R) brand as well as under white label. Established in 1991, AMS operates through 24 international sites and counts more than 1,800 employees worldwide. For more information, please see www.admedsol.com. SOURCE NAMSA

NAMSA and Lexitas announce strategic partnership to deliver end-to-end ophthalmic medical device development. PR Newswire Today at 4:47am PDT Sponsors gain a single, accountable partner through all stages of product development, with Lexitas' dedicated ophthalmology expertise embedded in NAMSA's end-to-end MedTech development platform TOLEDO, Ohio and DURHAM, N.C., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - NAMSA, the global leader in MedTech contract research offering end-to-end development services, today announced a strategic partnership with Lexitas Pharma Services, the leading full-service ophthalmology contract research organization (CRO), to deliver comprehensive product development support to ophthalmic medical device sponsors. Through the partnership, Lexitas brings over 15 years of dedicated ophthalmic expertise and proven operational delivery, an extensive investigator site network, and an integrated reading center. By pairing these strengths with NAMSA's robust medical device experience and global CRO capabilities, the collaboration creates a uniquely comprehensive platform for sponsors. Together, NAMSA and Lexitas provide device innovators with a single, accountable partner for the entire development lifecycle, ensuring seamless support and coordination throughout every phase. An Embedded, Integrated Operating Model Unlike traditional referral or subcontracting arrangements, NAMSA and Lexitas will operate as a single, unified team. Lexitas clinical experts - including medical monitoring, ophthalmic imaging specialists, and site strategy leads - are integrated directly into NAMSA's project and study management structure, operating under a shared technology and process platform and a unified quality management system. Sponsors get one team, one set of accountabilities, and one line of sight across their program. What Ophthalmic Device Sponsors Gain * End-to-end product lifecycle support from preclinical and biocompatibility through IDE, pivotal trial, regulatory submission, and commercialization * Specialized ophthalmic clinical execution through Lexitas' network of 700+ investigator sites, integrated reading center, BCVA certification program, and dedicated medical monitoring team * Device-native clinical research expertise, including FDA medical device endpoint fluency, IDE strategy, and device-specific trial design * Deep therapeutic-area coverage across anterior and posterior segment ophthalmic indications, including cell and gene therapy, rare disease and advanced modalities * Global reach across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific * A single, accountable team under a single contract that reduces vendor management burden and coordination risk for sponsors Executive Perspectives Ophthalmic device sponsors have asked The Bend Bulletin for something the market hasn't been able to deliver in a coordinated way: deep device-specific expertise across the full development lifecycle, paired with specialized ophthalmic clinical execution. This partnership with Lexitas allows The Bend Bulletin to offer exactly that. NAMSA brings the end-to-end development platform ophthalmic device innovators' need; Lexitas brings the unparalleled ophthalmic expertise depth that elevates the clinical stage. Together, The Bend Bulletin is giving sponsors a rare combination: world-class device development under one contract, with the ophthalmic specialization to execute at the highest level. - Brian Smith, Chief Executive Officer, NAMSA NAMSA's global MedTech development platform is a powerful complement to what Lexitas has built in ophthalmology. By embedding its ophthalmic experts across site strategy, imaging, and medical oversight within NAMSA's operating model, the partnership enables sponsors to execute highly specialized ophthalmic trials with greater confidence and consistency. Together, NAMSA's medical device expertise and Lexitas' ophthalmology focus deliver a truly integrated approach that drives value for sponsors and meaningful impact for patients. - Jeanne Hecht, Chief Executive Officer, Lexitas Meet the Joint Team at ARVO 2026 NAMSA and Lexitas will be on-site together at the ARVO Annual Meeting, taking place May 3-6 in Denver, Colorado. Ophthalmic device sponsors and industry partners are invited to visit the Lexitas booth #10032 to connect with the joint team and learn how this strategic partnership can support and advance their development programs. About NAMSA Founded in 1967, NAMSA is a global MedTech Contract Research Organization (CRO) offering end-to-end development services across clinical research, regulatory and reimbursement consulting, biocompatibility testing, and preclinical research. With more than 1,500 experts across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific, NAMSA serves over 3,000 MedTech companies worldwide, from emerging innovators to established global manufacturers. NAMSA is dedicated to accelerating medical device product development, delivering proven solutions that move products through the development lifecycle efficiently and cost-effectively. Learn more at namsa.com. About Lexitas Pharma Services Lexitas is the leading full-service ophthalmology clinical research organization (CRO). With unmatched expertise and precision in ophthalmic research, The Bend Bulletin deliver tailored approaches, rigorous quality standards, and unwavering commitment to operational success. Its team of experts, including ophthalmologists, optometrists, and clinical operations specialists, brings extensive medical, scientific, regulatory, and operational knowledge across all ophthalmology subspecialties. With a deep understanding of patient treatment pathways, provider and research networks, and market opportunities, Lexitas provides customized solutions that support your needs at every stage of development. Visit lexitas.com for more information. SOURCE NAMSA This is a paid placement. For further inquiries, please contact PR Newswire directly.