# Top 40 pharmaceutical companies in Denmark

Tamtam tracks 40 pharmaceutical companies headquartered in Denmark. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Novo Nordisk, Coloplast and Lundbeck. Their median headcount is 537. Half of them were founded in 1977 or later. The most common headquarters are Copenhagen (8), Ballerup (3) and Glostrup (2).

These Danish companies operate primarily in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical equipment, and biotechnology research. They are generally large, established firms, with Novo Nordisk leading with over 62,000 employees. Other significant companies include Coloplast, which develops healthcare solutions for sensitive medical conditions, and Lundbeck, specializing in brain diseases. LEO Pharma focuses on dermatology, while ALK develops allergy treatments, and Genmab creates antibody therapeutics for cancer.

A notable pattern is the concentration of headquarters in the Copenhagen metropolitan area. Bagsværd, Humlebæk, Valby, Ballerup, and Hørsholm are all within this region, indicating a geographical cluster for the Danish life sciences sector. Many of these companies, such as Lundbeck (founded 1915), LEO Pharma (1908), and ALK (1923), also share a founding era in the early 20th century.

🇩🇰 Denmark · 40 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Novo Nordisk](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/novo-nordisk) (novonordisk.com)<br>Global healthcare company pioneering scientific breakthroughs to defeat diabetes and other chronic diseases, with a focus on expanding access to medicines | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Bagsværd | 62,533 | 1923 |
| 2 | [Coloplast](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coloplast) (coloplast.com)<br>Developing intimate healthcare solutions for people with sensitive medical conditions globally, focusing on Ostomy, Continence, Wound & Skin, Urology, and Respiratory Care | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Humlebæk | 9,861 |  |
| 3 | [Lundbeck](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lundbeck) (lundbeck.com)<br>A global pharmaceutical company specializing in brain diseases, dedicated to neuroscience research and developing transformative treatments for patients worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Valby | 6,018 | 1915 |
| 4 | [LEO Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leo-pharma) (leo-pharma.com)<br>A global company dedicated to advancing dermatology with research, therapies for skin conditions, and a team of 4,700 people serving millions of patients worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Ballerup | 5,515 | 1908 |
| 5 | [ALK](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alk) (alk.net)<br>Global company specializing in long-term allergy treatments, producing solutions for respiratory and food allergies, serving millions worldwide. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Hoersholm | 3,149 | 1923 |
| 6 | [Genmab](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/genmab) (genmab.com)<br>An international biotech company creating innovative antibody therapeutics to improve patient lives, with a vision to transform cancer treatment by 2030 | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Valby | 2,941 |  |
| 7 | [Radiometer](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/radiometer) (radiometer.com)<br>Provider of advanced blood gas analyzers and acute care diagnostic solutions used globally in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Brønshøj | 2,926 | 1954 |
| 8 | [Ambu](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ambu) (ambu.com)<br>Development and manufacturing of single-use endoscopy, anesthesia, and patient monitoring devices improving safety and efficiency in healthcare. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Ballerup | 2,486 | 1937 |
| 9 | [Bavarian Nordic](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bavarian-nordic) (bavarian-nordic.com)<br>Global leader in developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative vaccines, with a strong focus on protecting lives and creating inclusive workplace | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 1,760 | 1994 |
| 10 | [Chr. Hansen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chr-hansen) (novonesis.com)<br>Development of microbial and fermentation-based natural ingredient solutions for food, nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture industries worldwide. | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Hørsholm | 1,688 | 1874 |
| 11 | [Ascendis Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ascendis-pharma) (ascendispharma.com)<br>Global biopharmaceutical company developing new therapies using TransCon technology platform to address unmet medical needs for patients. | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Hellerup | 1,402 | 2007 |
| 12 | [Orifarm](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orifarm) (orifarm.com)<br>A leading European supplier of parallel imported and generic pharmaceuticals, providing high-quality products at a low cost to improve healthcare affordability | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Odense S | 1,353 |  |
| 13 | [Statens Serum Institut](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/statens-serum-institut) (ssi.dk)<br>The organization works to prevent and combat infectious and congenital diseases through research, surveillance, diagnostics, and advice in collaboration with various departments | Research Services | 🇩🇰 DK-2300 København S | 1,207 | 1902 |
| 14 | [Xellia Pharmaceuticals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/xellia-pharmaceuticals) (xellia.com)<br>Global leader in providing critical care therapies and anti-infective treatments, from APIs to FDFs, with a focus on reliable supply, quality, sustainability, and patient care | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 952 | 1903 |
| 15 | [Fertin Pharma A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fertin-pharma-a-s) (fertin.com)<br>Develops, manufactures oral and intra-oral dosage formats. Specializes in consumer healthcare products, including nicotine science. Partners with pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Vejle | 808 | 1915 |
| 16 | [Dako](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dako) (agilent.com)<br>A global provider of pathology solutions for hospitals and research labs, offering reagents, instruments, software, and expertise to diagnose and treat cancer patients effectively | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Glostrup | 733 | 1966 |
| 17 | [Zealand Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zealand-pharma) (zealandpharma.com)<br>Danish biotechnology firm discovering and developing next generation peptide medicines for obesity, chronic inflammation, and rare diseases through clinical research and partnerships. | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Søborg (Copenhagen) | 612 | 1998 |
| 18 | [Takeda Pharma A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/takeda-pharma-a-s) (takeda.dk)<br>A leading pharmaceutical company in Denmark, offering prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and minerals, with a focus on oncology and gastroenterology | Pharmaceuticals | 🇩🇰 | 582 |  |
| 19 | [Novo Nordisk Pharmatech A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/novo-nordisk-pharmatech-a-s) (novonordiskpharmatech.com)<br>Global supplier of high-quality ingredients for biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical industries, specializing in recombinant insulin and quaternary ammonium compounds with extensive expertise in manufacturing and regulatory compliance | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Køge | 563 | 1949 |
| 20 | [Region Hovedstadens Apotek](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/region-hovedstadens-apotek) (security-check.regionh.dk)<br>The company is the largest hospital pharmacy in Denmark, specializing in producing and delivering drugs to hospitals, institutions, and healthcare facilities in the region | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇩🇰 Herlev | 537 |  |
| 21 | [Pharmacosmos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pharmacosmos) (pharmacosmos.com)<br>A family-owned international healthcare company specializing in iron deficiency treatments for humans and animals, with over 50 years of innovation and leadership | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Holbæk | 499 | 1965 |
| 22 | [Ferrosan Medical Devices](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ferrosan-medical-devices) (ferrosanmedicaldevices.com)<br>A medical device company specializing in haemostatic products, handheld biopsy devices, and electronic pumps, focused on innovating therapeutic solutions for healthcare professionals globally | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Soeborg | 414 | 2010 |
| 23 | [Pharma Nord](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pharma-nord) (pharmanord.eu)<br>A leading European manufacturer specializing in scientifically-backed dietary supplements, herbal remedies, and medical drugs focusing on bio-availability, safety, and documentation | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Vejle | 388 | 1981 |
| 24 | [Interacoustics A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/interacoustics-a-s) (interacoustics.com)<br>A global supplier of hearing and balance assessment equipment, committed to providing quality products, training, and support for healthcare professionals worldwide | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Middelfart | 219 | 1967 |
| 25 | [Servier Symphogen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/servier-symphogen) (symphogen.com)<br>Researching, discovering, and developing highly differentiated antibodies for cancer treatment, focusing on oncology and immune-oncology. Aiming for novel combination or stand-alone therapies. | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Ballerup | 214 | 2000 |
| 26 | [Scantox Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/scantox-group) (scantox.com)<br>A preclinical GLP-accredited CRO offering drug development services in Discovery, Regulatory Toxicology, and Analytical fields for pharmaceutical and medical devices industries | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Skensved | 185 | 1977 |
| 27 | [MagVenture](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/magventure) (magventure.com)<br>A medical device manufacturer specializing in magnetic stimulation systems for clinical examination, research in various medical fields, and FDA-approved treatments for depression and OCD | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Farum | 183 | 1992 |
| 28 | [Bernafon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bernafon) (bernafon.us)<br>Development and provision of advanced hearing aids and support for hearing care professionals to deliver personalized hearing solutions. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Smørumnedre | 145 |  |
| 29 | [MSD Danmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/msd-danmark) (msd.dk)<br>A global healthcare company based in Denmark, focusing on developing medicines and vaccines for challenging diseases to improve access to healthcare worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 98 | 1969 |
| 30 | [Evosep Biosystems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/evosep-biosystems) (evosep.com)<br>Develops solutions for clinical proteomics, enhancing robustness and speed for large-scale analysis through new system architectures for sample separation before mass spectrometry. | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Odense C | 86 | 2016 |
| 31 | [Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eurofins-biopharma-product-testing-denmark) (eurofins.dk)<br>An organization in the BioPharma industry offering a wide range of testing services, from chemistry and microbiology to process control and medicinal cannabis analysis | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Glostrup | 72 | 1987 |
| 32 | [Nordic Laboratories](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nordic-laboratories) (nordiclabs.com)<br>This company promotes individualized and preventative healthcare through functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of patient-practitioner relationships and personalizing treatments based on laboratory tests | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 65 | 1997 |
| 33 | [Glycom A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/glycom-a-s) (dsm-firmenich.com)<br>A biotechnology company in Denmark specializing in developing, synthesizing, and commercializing human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) for various health benefits | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Hørsholm | 50 | 2005 |
| 34 | [Macure](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/macure) (macurepharma.com)<br>A rapidly growing specialty pharmaceutical company in Northern & Western Europe, focused on niche hospital products through acquisitions, distribution, and international partnerships | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 42 | 2013 |
| 35 | [Qmed Consulting A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/qmed-consulting-a-s) (qmed-consulting.com)<br>A device consulting and full-service CRO specializing in clinical and regulatory affairs, quality management, commercial healthcare, and concept development for medical devices | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 41 | 2006 |
| 36 | [Natur-Drogeriet A/S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/natur-drogeriet-a-s) (natur-drogeriet.dk)<br>A company developing, producing, and marketing natural remedies, supplements, and health products while focusing on promoting health and well-being through herbal medicine | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Hørning | 33 | 1945 |
| 37 | [DKT WomanCare Global](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dkt-womancare-global) (dktwomancare.org)<br>The company works to increase access to affordable sexual and reproductive health products for women globally, as part of DKT International | Non-profit Organizations | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 31 | 2018 |
| 38 | [Biosyntia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biosyntia) (biosyntia.com)<br>A biotech startup in Copenhagen using high-throughput screening technology to develop biocatalysts for producing complex chemical compounds more efficiently and sustainably | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen Ø | 22 |  |
| 39 | [Zerion Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zerion-pharma) (zerion.eu)<br>Revolutionizing pharmaceutical formulation to enhance efficacy of poorly soluble drugs, developing new treatment options, improving existing products, and partnering with originators | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Copenhagen | 21 | 2019 |
| 40 | [Mermaid Care](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mermaid-care) (mermaidcare.com)<br>Innovative medical technology firm specializing in ventilation management systems for Intensive Care Unit and anesthesia settings, aiming for global recognition | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇰 Nr. Sundby | 8 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

## More company lists in Denmark

- [The largest companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/largest-companies-denmark) (2,804)
- [Multinational companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/multinational-companies-denmark) (777)
- [Retail chains in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-denmark) (339)
- [Manufacturers in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/manufacturers-denmark) (294)
- [Software Development companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/software-development-companies-denmark) (279)
- [Companies with in-house R&D in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/r-and-d-companies-denmark) (259)
- [SaaS companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/saas-companies-denmark) (253)
- [Critical infrastructure operators in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/critical-infrastructure-operators-denmark) (175)
- [Hardware manufacturers in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/hardware-companies-denmark) (173)
- [Financial services firms in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-firms-denmark) (160)
- [E-commerce companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/ecommerce-companies-denmark) (152)
- [Public sector organisations in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/public-sector-organisations-denmark) (150)
- [Professional services firms in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/professional-services-firms-denmark) (150)
- [Companies with a mobile app in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/companies-with-mobile-app-denmark) (145)
- [Subscription businesses in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/subscription-businesses-denmark) (134)
- [Distributors and wholesalers in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/distributors-and-wholesalers-denmark) (122)
- [Food and Beverage Manufacturing companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/food-and-beverage-manufacturing-companies-denmark) (119)
- [Retail Apparel and Fashion companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-apparel-and-fashion-companies-denmark) (119)
- [Government Administration companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/government-administration-companies-denmark) (115)
- [Education providers in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/education-companies-denmark) (109)
- [Hotel and hospitality groups in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/hospitality-groups-denmark) (109)
- [Consulting firms in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/consulting-firms-denmark) (107)
- [IT services companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-companies-denmark) (102)
- [Food and beverage companies in Denmark](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/food-and-beverage-companies-denmark) (101)

## The same list elsewhere

- [Pharmaceutical companies in the world](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/pharmaceutical-companies-in-the-world) (5,664)
- [Pharmaceutical companies in Europe](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/pharmaceutical-companies-in-europe) (3,019)

---

Source: https://www.tamtam.ai/l/pharmaceutical-companies-denmark