Galderma, a leading brand of cosmetic and dermatologic products has announced the opening of its branch office in Dubai Healthcare City. As the Regional Headquarters for the Middle East and Africa region, Galderma’s Dubai office will serve as a hub for the Middle East region to establish closer ties with customers as well as a gateway to unleash the opportunities in Africa.

R&D Center at Sophia Antipolis, France. This 19.300-sq. meter state-of-the-art R&D center is Galderma’s largest facility and positions the company as the world’s leading investor in dermatology R&D. © Galderma / J.Kelagopian

With one existing affiliate in South Africa and plans to have formal presences in the North Africa and Central Africa regions in the short term, Galderma wants to broaden its global reach. Dating back to 1961, the company is now present in over 100 countries.

Microscope control in pharmacology © Galderma / N.Oundjian

We see our Management Center in Dubai as a door opener for not only the Middle East but also Africa. We will soon be opening more offices in the region which are planned steps towards Galderma’s vision of holistic healthcare and our long-term strategy, to enhance quality of life by delivering science-based solutions for the health of skin, hair and nails over the course of people’s lives,” said Regional Vice President Europe, Middle East and Africa, Can Ongen