Abcam acquisition by Danaher obtains all identified clearances

Abcam (ABCM), which entered into a definitive agreement on August 26, relating to its proposed acquisition by Danaher Corporation (DHR) for $24.00 per share in cash, announced that all identified clearances required in connection with the transaction have been obtained from the relevant Governmental Authorities. The transaction remains subject to the sanction of the Scheme by the High Court of Justice of England and Wales and the satisfaction or waiver of certain other customary closing conditions as set out in Part III of the scheme circular published by Abcam on October 5. The court Hearing at which the court will be asked to sanction the scheme has been scheduled to be held on December 4.