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Published on 7/31/2006 in the Prospect News Biotech Daily.

Transport adds $12.6 million in venture-financing extension

By Elaine Rigoli

Tampa, Fla., July 31 - Transport Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has closed a $12.6 million extension of its series D financing round, bringing the total to $29.6 million.

This funding comes from existing investors and was co-led by The Carlyle Group and Quaker BioVentures, with participation by The Hillman Co.

The company said the additional funds will support its lead drug/device combination product for herpes labialis (cold sores).

Based in Philadelphia, Transport develops drug and medical devices for the topical treatment of dermatological conditions.

Issuer:Transport Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Issue:Series D financing
Amount:$12.6 million
Investors:The Carlyle Group, Quaker BioVentures, The Hillman Co.
Announcement date:July 31

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