Stirling Industries Plc (AIM:STRL) confirmed it is in discussions to acquire Ipsen International GmbH. Stirling has been exploring a variety of solutions with potential providers of equity and private capital that would enable the Transaction to proceed. Stirling Chief Executive Blair Illingworth said, "Having undertaken detailed due diligence on Ipsen, we know it to be a high-quality business with significant potential to grow, driven by its world-class technology, engineering capabilities and diverse geographical revenues. We remain convinced that Ipsen has an exciting future ahead of it".