Deerfield, Illinois – November 03, 2026 -- Vantive has signed a definitive agreement to divest the majority of its hemodialysis (HD) assets and related operations to Rockwell Medical (Nasdaq: RMTI), with closing expected in mid-2027.
Rockwell Medical acquires concentrates, monitors and water treatment systems
Rockwell will take over Vantive's hemodialysis concentrates, HD monitors and water treatment systems, together with related consumables and technical services. Ownership of Vantive's manufacturing facility in Medolla, Italy will also transfer to Rockwell on completion, to support capacity and the continued development of the global HD business.
Vantive's dialyzer portfolio is excluded from the deal. That includes the Theranova dialyzer, which enables HDx (expanded hemodialysis) therapy.
Vantive narrows its focus to home dialysis and ICU care
Vantive says the sale concentrates its portfolio on chronic disease management and critical care intervention. The company plans to enable more patients to receive dialysis at home. It will also selectively expand its kidney care platform toward an integrated approach to organ failure in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Vantive CEO Chris Toth said the move brings the company's ambition "into sharper focus." He added that the combined HD business should benefit from increased investment under Rockwell's single-product focus, and that both companies will work through the transition to ensure continuity of care and product supply.
Rockwell targets global hemodialysis market
Rockwell President and CEO Mark Strobeck, Ph.D., said the company aims to combine complementary capabilities to serve dialysis providers worldwide and strengthen its position in the global hemodialysis market.
Closing is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions. The announcement did not disclose financial terms.
Advisors line up on both sides of the transaction
Perella Weinberg Partners LP and Barclays are financial advisors to Vantive, with Kirkland & Ellis LLP as legal counsel. Aquilo Partners, L.P. is exclusive financial advisor to Rockwell, with Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP as legal counsel.