Omnicom to enhance German presence

Adelphi Worldwide, part of Omnicom Group, has invested in Face to Face, a healthcare communications agency in Cologne. The partnership will increase Adelphi's global and local penetration and follows on from the launch of the German domestic market research agency, Adelphi Germany in July 2010.

Adelphi CEO, Stuart Cooper said: "The management group of Face to Face. Led by founders Dr Gerd Wirtz and Anett Coerper, has created a remarkable business which is both creative and innovative and unique in the healthcare agency space. We look forward to enhanced business opportunities for many years to come through this union of like-minded partners."

Dr Wirtz said: "The new partnership offers an exceptional service approach due to the methodological expertise, knowledge in strategic live communication and integrated communication concepts of Face to Face and the international network of Adelphi. We want to make our healthcare research and our communication services a real value proposition for our customers."