15 March 2016

Kuwait YIACO Medical Companys Medical Equipments division announced today it has entered into an exclusive partnership with renowned hospital and nursing beds manufacturer LINET. The milestone agreement will result in instrumental solutions within the country, which will see advancements within the intensive care and in-bed treatment arenas in both the public and private sector.

Under the terms of agreement, YIACO Medical Company will be representing the LINET brand in Kuwait to distribute a range of products defining highest standards of quality in the production including; special mattresses and hospital and nursing beds. LINET also manufactures medical beds with auto tiling, a new patented technology which aids in preventing harmful effects of staying in hospital beds for long periods of time.  

Commenting on the new partnership, Dr. Bader Alzaid Altraiji stated The demand in Kuwait for specialized products such as LINET is high, thus enabling us to capitalize on this demand and respond to it accordingly. With the increase in the countrys aging population, the number of patients with reduced mobility is growing. At the same time, the influx of patients in both the private and public sector is steadily rising.

Both of these trends are driving the demand for innovative systems that help patients and makes work easier for care-givers. With LINET on-board, YIACO Medical Company assures the needs of our customers requiring specialized bed care will not only be met, but also add value ultimately improving life quality.

An undisputed leader in the industry, LINET works closely with its research and development team inspired by the flawless connection between state-of-the-art technology and attractive design resulting in sophisticated products with their benefits clear at first glance.

The Medical Equipment Division administered by YIACO, which LINET is partnered with, is one of the active arms dedicated to patient care and sophistication standards of equipment provided, as it caters to both private and public sectors in Kuwait. Medical equipment constitutes an important element in patient care and representing LINET is a step higher in developing those standards ultimately contributing to communicate care and well-being of the people of Kuwait.  

ABOUT YIACO
Founded in 1953, YIACO Medical Company, Kuwaits leading marketing agent for multinational research-based pharmaceuticals manufacturers as well as medical and dental equipment, was established to cater to the modern healthcare system in Kuwait and abroad. A leading healthcare network, YIACO Medical Company has successfully diversified in heath sector with business divisions in pharmaceuticals, medical and dental equipment, as well as medical centers and a pharmacy chain. Listed in the Kuwait Stock Exchange since 2007, the organization has a proven track record in delivering intelligent and innovative solutions that keep patient and community wellbeing the center of its focus. For more information please visit www.yiacokuwait.com.

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Press Release 2016