Company History

UniChem was founded in 1938 by Ernest Skues who celebrated his first profit of £213 in 1940!

1930's
	UniChem was formed in 1938.
1940's
	Built reputation by supplying special deliveries during World War II.
	Began it's van delivery service.
1950-60's
	Expansion outside London begins.
	Converted to Industrial & Provident Society.
1970's
	Concept of Transfer Orders was introduced.
	First time National Press advertising was used.
1980's
	New in-pharmacy computer system was introduced.
	Finance scheme offered to pharmacists.
1990's
	Company becoming plc in 1990 and shares floated on the Stock Exchange.
	Alliance UniChem formed in 1997.
2000+
	Continued expansion throughout Europe, now operating in 12 countries.
2006
	Merged with Boots to become Alliance Boots.