Ditpharm Ltd

How UBF Helped Launch Ditpharm Ltd with a £70,000 GGS-Backed Loan

- Client: Ditpharm Ltd (Ditton Pharmacy)
- Business Type:  Community Pharmacy
- Location: Cambridge UK.
- Funding Need: £70,000 for dispensing robot + refurbishment.
- Finance Solution: Government Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) Loan.
- Term: 4 years.

Background

The owner of Ditpharm Ltd is an experienced operator in the UK pharmacy sector, successfully running another pharmacy since 2018. After acquiring shares in Ditpharm Ltd, the customer sought capital to enhance the operational capability of the newly acquired site in Cambridge.

The goal was to modernise dispensing processes, improve patient experience, and optimise workflow through automation and infrastructure upgrades.

The Solution

Union Business Finance arranged a £70,000 business loan under the Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS), providing favourable borrowing terms to support reinvestment in a critical healthcare service.

The funds were allocated towards:

• Installation of an automated dispensing robot
• Pharmacy interior upgrades
• Minor refurbishment and building enhancement
• Operational improvements for service capacity

Using the GGS allowed the customer to secure funding with reduced risk, enabling strategic investment into technology and infrastructure.

The Outcome

Through this support, Ditpharm Ltd is positioned to:

• Increase prescription handling efficiency
• Reduce manual dispensing errors
• Modernise pharmacy workflow
• Enhance service delivery to the local community
• Build capacity for growth in patient volume

With deep industry experience and a modernised service model, Ditton Pharmacy now has the operational foundation to expand its customer base and increase throughput in a sustainable manner.

At Union Business Finance, we specialize in helping businesses like Ditpharm Ltd secure the right funding for growth and expansion. Get in touch with us today!

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