“The future belongs to those who can imagine it,
design it, and—most importantly—execute it.”
We share the same aspirations as many of our global partners, and as a result, we will continue to bring new, innovative treatments that make tomorrow shine.
A regional specialty company built to bridge global innovation and regional healthcare.
Avernus is a regional specialty company established to fill the gap and partner with global pharma and biotech companies to commercialize FDA / EMA-approved innovative pharmaceutics, biologics, and other healthcare solutions across the Middle East. As such, Avernus serves as a one-stop solution for our partners — providing multi-country access across a wide region with growing economies.
We accomplish this by utilizing our Business Development expertise to research innovative new drugs from various parts of the world, and by identifying solutions that facilitate patient access to healthcare and improved outcomes.
Vision
To be the leading regional provider of global brands in the pharmaceutical sector, with an innovative marketing approach.
- To attract the best principals and companies from all parts of the world.
- To be a trusted healthcare partner for all government and private hospitals and clinics in the U.A.E. and the Gulf region.
Mission
To continually improve the health and quality of people’s lives by providing innovative medications that fulfill unmet medical needs.
- Delivering the highest quality of health and medical services for our customers, and the best support for our principal companies.
- Building a culture of responsibility, empowerment, self-discipline, and confidence.
- Fostering teamwork, flexibility, respect, innovation, and productivity — supported by continuous training.
- Creating win-win partnerships where staff, principals, and customers feel a true sense of involvement.
Our Values
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in every endeavor — trust is earned, then carefully maintained.
Innovation
We continually seek creative solutions that improve patient outcomes and shape a healthier tomorrow.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of teamwork — internally and with our partners — to achieve more together.
Excellence
We pursue quality and impact in everything we do, always asking whether there is a better way — and following it.
Diversity
We celebrate inclusivity and empower talent from all backgrounds, with equal opportunity at our core.
Strategic Pillars for Sustainable Growth
The dynamics of our industry require us to stay relentlessly alert and to take full advantage of the opportunities generated by evolving biopharmaceutical science. We systematically monitor scientific progress by seeking new products, partnerships, and markets — guided by a strong commitment to quality and excellence.
Business Development
We invest in long-term relationships with our international partners, aiming to be their partner of choice for new products and lines across the Gulf & Middle East.
- Attracting new partners to steadily expand our portfolio.
- Advanced information systems tracking the latest research, treatments, and ventures.
Business Excellence
We keep high-quality standards across all our activities to effectively address the needs of patients, the medical community, employees, and customers.
- High service levels across the supply chain.
- Continuous training and development of our people.
- Full compliance with regulations, legislation, and ethics.
Corporate Responsibility
Responsibility sits at the core of our culture, strategy, and daily operations — defined by professionalism, transparency, and accountability.
- Going beyond legal and regulatory obligations.
- Consistent commitment to all our stakeholders and society.
Compliance Management System
Our Compliance Management System details how the company fulfills its obligations under the legislative framework, applicable Codes of Practice, vendor contracts, and SOPs — expressing our commitment to ethical business practices that every staff member upholds.
Part of the ZAS Group
Avernus is the marketing arm of the ZAS Group, leveraging in-depth market knowledge and a strong retail and distribution arm. ZAS is a family-owned company with a hands-on approach to management, consisting of 13 business units that partner with global international brands — each bringing specialized industry expertise to the table.
ZAS Group started in 1976, spearheaded by Al Ain Pharmacy (APG) as a leader in pharmacy retail in the UAE. The group operates a shared infrastructure — warehousing, distribution, logistics, HR, administration, finance, and IT — creating synergies that underpin an ambitious program for growth.
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Our Presence
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Your gateway to the UAE market — and beyond.
Pharma companies choose to cooperate with Avernus, acknowledging our team’s long-term expertise in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and distribution — expertise that drives powerful growth and a commitment to excellence, quality, and responsibility.
Working closely with senior leadership, our Business Development function keeps Avernus ahead of evolving market dynamics — exploring and assessing future collaborations, adding value in portfolio & pipeline management, and providing critical market research, full business plans, and innovative launch support so your products reach their full potential.
Let’s shape the future of healthcare together.
Avernus continues to create and deliver value to patients as efficiently as possible, with the right partners. Take the next step toward innovation, growth, and positive change across the region.