p36 launches UDI Connect – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
p36, a provider of digital compliance solutions for the life sciences sector, has announced the official launch of UDI Connect, a next-generation SaaS solution purpose-built for medical device companies who have established robust internal UDI governance – and are now ready to…
Bespak-Tunley report sets benchmark for biodiversity accountability
Bespak, a manufacturer of drug delivery systems, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable and responsible business by partnering with Tunley Environmental to complete their inaugural Supply Chain Biodiversity Footprint (SCBF) assessment. This collaboration sets a precedent for sustainability in the…
Pistoia Alliance unveils agentic AI initiative
The Pistoia Alliance, a global, not-for-profit alliance that advocates for greater collaboration in life sciences R&D, has announced plans to establish a new initiative to advance the safe adoption of agentic AI. The announcement follows research conducted at the Alliance’s…
CPHI Frankfurt 2025 to welcome more than 60,000 pharma professionals
Informa Markets will once again welcome the global pharmaceutical industry to CPHI Frankfurt 2025, running from 28-30th October at Messe Frankfurt. The three-day event is expected to draw more than 63,000 attendees, with six content theatres, more than 2,000 exhibitors, and…
Europa Biosite announces UK & Ireland partnership
Europa Biosite has announced that Bio X Cell has appointed Cambridge Bioscience, a member of Europa Biosite, as its exclusive distributor for the United Kingdom and Ireland. This strategic partnership ensures that researchers across the UK and Ireland will have streamlined…
Aptamer Group introduces novel biomarker discovery service
Aptamer Group, a developer of next-generation synthetic binders delivering innovation to the life science industry, has announced the launch of its biomarker discovery service, offering researchers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic development an innovative approach to identify and validate new disease…
HERMA US to showcase robotic labelling cell at Pack Expo Las Vegas
HERMA, a manufacturer of precision labelling machines for a variety of sectors, will showcase a quartet of high-performance labelling solutions at Pack Expo Las Vegas, 29th September – 1st October. At Booth N-5370, the company will provide live demonstrations of…
IMA Active organises NEXTEN event
Promoted and organised by IMA Active, NEXTEN will be held on 27-28th October 2025 in the setting of Villa Erba, Lake Como in Italy. It will be a world première of the new IMA Active tablet presses and will involve leaders…
EpiCypher joins PacBio Compatible program
PacBio, a developer of sequencing solutions, has announced that EpiCypher has joined the PacBio Compatible program. The partnership brings EpiCypher’s CUTANA Hia5 enzyme to market for use with Fiber-seq assays on PacBio HiFi sequencing systems, giving researchers a new way to see chromatin biology…
One2Treat raises capital to accelerate software platform development
One2Treat, a technology company transforming how the patient voice is integrated into clinical development, has announced the successful completion of a planned seed extension to accelerate its software platform development. In parallel, One2Treat has relocated to a larger office in Louvain-la-Neuve…
Ending Europe’s drug shortage crisis with modern integration
Jamil Ahmed, distinguished engineer, Solace looks at Europe’s drug shortage crisis and how to end it with modern integration. 2024 in review: a year of shortages The widespread drug shortages that reached alarming levels in 2024 served as a critical…
Gifthealth acquires Occam Health Services
Gifthealth has announced its acquisition of Occam Health Services creating the “first-of-its-kind” digital pharmacy platform and patient access hub solution. Gifthealth is a direct-to-patient partner for manufacturers and a pioneer in digital-first brand experiences. Integrating with Occam’s high-touch, personalised model…
Optical security technologies secure the fight for pharmaceutical authentication
The pharmaceutical industry continues to evolve, adopting new technologies and optimising resources and expertise to meet authentication and anti-counterfeiting challenges, says Dr Mark Deakes, chairman of the International Optical Technologies Association (IOTA). Global prescription drug sales are predicted to reach…
TRIMTECH Therapeutics establishes Scientific Advisory Board
TRIMTECH Therapeutics, a biotech company creating novel, small molecule therapeutics that selectively degrade protein aggregates, to combat neurodegenerative diseases, has announced the formation of its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). Globally recognised leaders within the protein degradation and technology development fields, Professor…
CN Bio adds computational modelling capabilities to ADME services
CN Bio, a provider of Organ-on-a-chip (OOC) Systems and solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development workflows, has announced the expansion of its Contract Research Services (CRS) with new PhysioMimix computational modelling tools. These capabilities have been developed to enhance Absorption, Distribution,…
Guardtech nominated for Pharma Industry Award
The Guardtech Group are shortlisted for the Large Pharma Project at the Pharma Industry Awards at the Park Plaza London Riverbank on Wednesday 10th September. The Group’s modular specialist brand Guardtech Cleanrooms are shortlisted for the Large Pharma Project of…
Qureight appoints Craig Rhodes as head of partnerships
Qureight, a techbio company advancing the understanding of lung and heart disease through application of its AI-powered imaging and clinical data curation platform, has announced the appointment of Craig Rhodes as head of partnerships to lead strategic engagements with pharmaceutical organisations, in…
Aptamer Group introduces biomarker discovery service
Aptamer Group, a developer of next-generation synthetic binders delivering innovation to the life science industry, has announced the launch of its biomarker discovery service, offering researchers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic development an approach to identify and validate new disease markers….
Tasso and SheMed provide at-home blood testing to UK Women
Tasso, a company in patient-centric blood collection, and SheMed, a UK-based women’s healthcare company, have teamed up to deliver safer, more personalised weight loss treatments through convenient at-home diagnostics. SheMed’s patient-friendly testing program, which integrates the Tasso+ blood collection device, ensures…
Qureight’s AI 3D imaging platform to support study
Qureight, a techbio company advancing the understanding of lung and heart disease through application of its AI-powered imaging and clinical data curation platform, has announced that it has been selected by Calluna Pharma to support its Phase 2 AURORA study. Qureight…
Rotzinger PharmaPack launches filling and capping platform
Rotzinger PharmaPack is launching a new filling and capping platform for over-the-counter (OTC) products such as non-aseptic pharmaceuticals as well as solid and liquid products from the cosmetics, personal care, and nutraceutical industries. VarioFill combines the advantages of previously large…
Veeva announces collaboration with global biotech
Veeva Systems has announced a collaboration with Amgen to advance clinical trial innovation. As a global leader in biotechnology, Amgen will employ the Veeva Clinical Platform to support and identify efficiencies across the clinical trial process, building on the company’s commitment to accelerating…
Q&A: ACG welcomes European Commission’s decision on titanium dioxide in pharma
Dr. Subhashis Chakraborty, general manager, head – global product management at ACG Capsules discusses the European Commission’s decision on titanium dioxide in pharmaceuticals. 1. What does the European Commission’s decision mean in practical terms for pharmaceutical manufacturers in Europe? The Commission’s…
Alphial S.r.l. joins SGD Pharma
SGD Pharma, a provider of pharmaceutical glass packaging, has announced an agreement with Italian Private Equity firm Entangled Capital to acquire Alphial S.r.l, a producer of Tubular Vials and Ampoules headquartered in Italy. This strategic acquisition will enhance SGD Pharma…
West Midlands chemicals conveyor company wins business award
Continuous Process Solutions has won a regional business awards programme. Continuous Process Solutions, based in Dudley, UK, offers a tailored range of high-performance, high-strength steel conveyor belts, machinery, equipment and technical support for the pharmaceutical industry, as well as for rubber, plastics…
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Cold Chain Technologies signals APAC investment
Cold Chain Technologies (CCT), has reinforced its commitment to expanding its Asia Pacific (APAC) presence with a series of investments and partnerships. Expanding on its strong base in the region, the latest moves are designed to leverage CCT’s global knowledge…
Cartherics granted Chinese patent for enhancing immune cell function
Cartherics, a biotech company developing off-the-shelf immune cell therapies focusing on high-impact women’s diseases, with lead programs in ovarian cancer and endometriosis, has announced the granting of a patent for ‘Method for Providing Immune Cells with Enhanced Function’ by the…
Data confirms Givinostat safety in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
ITF Therapeutics, the U.S. affiliate of Italfarmaco, has announced publication of positive long-term safety and efficacy data for givinostat as a treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) from the company’s open-label extensions of its Phase 2 and Phase 3 (EPIDYS)…
Er-Kim announces exclusive agreement with CNX Therapeutics
Er-Kim, an international pharmaceutical company specialising in the commercialisation of novel therapies, has announced a distribution agreement with CNX Therapeutics to supply selected oncology products across Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) and Türkiye. The agreement creates an exclusive partnership for a portfolio…
Upperton Pharma awarded grant for oral vaccine delivery with Oxford
Upperton Pharma Solutions, a UK-based contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), has been awarded a grant as part of the first VaxHub Sustainable Platform Funding Call, in collaboration with the University of Oxford. The funding supports the development of an…
Biotech Fluidics expands range of barbed peristaltic tube connectors
Biotech Fluidics has expanded its range of barbed peristaltic tube connectors, designed to securely hold flexible tubing in place. The latest addition to the range is a peristaltic tubing stop adapter that eliminates the need for fixed stoppers and allows custom cut lengths of peristaltic…
Santhera secures agreement with Uniphar
Santhera Pharmaceuticals announced the signing of an exclusive agreement with Uniphar to manage the distribution of AGAMREE (vamorolone) in the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients…
IChemE Responds to UK Industrial Strategy
The UK government’s industrial strategy aims to strengthen economic growth by focusing on foundational sectors, supply chain resilience, clean energy and the skills needed for a modern workforce. The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) welcomes many of the commitments but…
Asymchem advances flow chemistry capabilities at UK Sandwich site
Asymchem, a company in contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) solutions, has announced an expansion of its flow chemistry capabilities at its Sandwich, UK facility. This milestone marks the first deployment of Asymchem’s proprietary and CE marking flow equipment in the…
Nemera partners with Mitutoyo – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Nemera relies on Mitutoyo measurement and inspection solutions to ensure its health-critical dispensers, inhalers and pens deliver the exact specified amount of active ingredient. Among recent additions to the Neuenburg facility is a high-resolution computed tomography (CT) system from RX…
KNAPP to showcase automation at The Pharmacy Show
KNAPP will present its range of solutions for the sector on its stand (F20) at The Pharmacy Show, which takes place on 12-13th October at the NEC in Birmingham. A high-tech partner in the healthcare sector for over 70 years, KNAPP provides solutions from…
Customised packaging for autoinjectors and pens
Auto-injectors and pens enable patients to self-administer medication safely. These modern application systems replace visits to the doctor and reduce the burden on the healthcare system. However, this also increases the need for secondary packaging that combines protection, functionality and…
Hosokawa Micron focuses on turnkey systems at Powtech Technopharm
The Hosokawa Micron Group and its subsidiaries will be presenting their range of products and services in Hall 11, Stand 137 at Powtech Technopharm 2025 in Nuremberg from 23 – 25th September. Under the motto “Road to Innovation: Turnkey solutions by…
Why the future of single-use bioprocessing depends on environmental accountability
The last two decades have seen single-use technologies (SUTs) move from niche innovation to the backbone of modern biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Their ability to enable rapid changeovers between production runs, combined with the elimination of cross-batch contamination, and reduced capital requirements,…
Monitoring systems must modernise to keep up with demands
Vicki Pearson, strategic marketing manager at Schneider Electric, discusses how modern environmental monitoring and compliance systems help life sciences firms meet regulatory demands while improving efficiency and security. Today’s industries are increasingly competitive and regulated. Life science companies stake their…
The material compatibility of dry quattroClean snow jet cleaning technology
The surface cleanliness required for medical and pharmaceutical products is generally achieved during manufacture using liquid-based cleaning processes that consume enormous amounts of energy and water. In order to effectively reduce resource consumption, a joint project funded by Invest BW and…
Glatt showcases energy-optimised particle production
Glatt Ingenieurtechnik will be presenting integrated concepts combining particle design, process expertise, process and plant engineering and factory planning at POWTECH TECHNOPHARM in Nuremberg from 23 – 25th September 2025. Energy costs are not only decisive for the final product…
Reframing process improvement in clinical trials
Guillaume Gigon, VP of technology and AI, and Robert Taylor, associate director, clinical operations – process improvement, at Indero, explore how Lean Six Sigma (LSS) principles – minimising waste, standardising workflows, and driving improvement through data – are being adapted…
Broughton deliver testing for global cannabis and CBD markets
Broughton, a life sciences contract research organisation, is strengthening its support for medicinal cannabis and CBD product developers with additional advanced analytical testing services. This includes validated testing for minor cannabinoids CBG and CBGA, to go along with its comprehensive batch…
A risk-based approach to safe and efficient synthesis of HPAPIs
Rob Abbenhuis, global head, corporate EHS and ESG, Ardena shares a risk-based approach to safe and efficient synthesis of HPAPIs. In recent years, drug discovery has seen a significant drive towards developing highly potent compounds, particularly in critical therapeutic areas…
Bionova Scientific opens new pDNA facility in Texas
Bionova Scientific, a full-service biologics contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) and subsidiary of global conglomerate Asahi Kasei, has announced the opening of a 10,000 square-foot plasmid DNA (pDNA) development and production facility in The Woodlands, Texas. Located less than…
Henniker Plasma launches stratus turnkey plasma manufacturing cell
Henniker Plasma, a manufacturer of plasma treatment systems, has announced the launch of its Stratus Plasma Manufacturing Cell range — a fully integrated, turnkey solution that combines advanced atmospheric plasma surface treatment with robotic automation. The Stratus systems are designed to…
Aggreko issues compressor warning amid late summer heatwave
As the UK enters a late summer heatwave, energy solutions, compressed air and temperature control specialist Aggreko has issued a warning that pharmaceutical manufacturers may face reduced efficiency and an increased risk of failure for air compressors. Yellow and amber…
Coveris launches new website – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Coveris, European packaging manufacturers, has launched its new website at www.coveris.com, unveiling a fully restructured digital platform designed to maximise visibility, performance and user experience. The new website reflects the strategic transformation to improve customer experience and responsiveness across all…
Whitepaper outlines regulatory steps for low-GWP medical propellant transition
Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials’ pharmaceutical business unit has published a new whitepaper about the industry’s ongoing transition to pressurised metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) to low global warming potential (Low-GWP) propellants. A leader in the development, manufacture and supply of fluoroproducts Orbia Fluor…
Elevating cleanroom design capabilities through collaboration
Guardtech Group design manager Jack Burrow explains how the Suffolk-based cleanroom construction experts are embracing new technology and methodologies to take their project provision to new heights. When it comes to continuous improvement, the Guardtech Group are always open to…
The past, present, and future of gas processing technology
Brian Meyer, VP-Sales, PSB Industries discusses the past, present, and future of gas processing technology. The gas processing industry has long played a pivotal role in refining natural gas to ensure its usability for industrial, commercial, and energy applications. This…
IMCD receives upgraded ESG ratings from ISS ESG and Sustainalytics
IMCD N.V., a partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has received improved ratings from two rating agencies: ISS ESG and Sustainalytics. These upgrades reflect the company’s ongoing progress across key environmental, social and governance (ESG) areas….
Sanner strengthens its position as CDMO
As part of its strategic transformation into a CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation) for medical devices and complex pharmaceutical drug delivery systems, Sanner announces a management change. As part of its focus on the CDMO sector, the Sanner Group…
PAPACKS to debut first-of-its-kind plastic-free fibre bottle at Pack Expo
PAPACKS, a Germany-based manufacturer of sustainable, moulded-fibre packaging solutions, will introduce its Fiber-Bottle to the North American marketplace at Pack Expo Las Vegas, 29th September – 1st October. At Booth #N-5172, the company will be showcasing its new plastic-free, fully…
Healthcare demands rapid response from logistics operator
Europa Road is playing a vital role in global healthcare by delivering time-critical medical testing kits, which are then distributed to clinics across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the UK. As part of one of Britain’s largest independent logistics providers, Europa…
Q&A: Reshaping pharma packaging supply chains
Andreas Koppitz, CEO of pharma packaging at MM Packaging discusses pharma packaging supply chains and the lessons driving change in 2025 and beyond. 1. What key lessons from 2024 are now driving the most meaningful changes in pharma packaging supply…
Boston Scientific launches Endura Weight Loss Solutions
Boston Scientific Corporation has announced data from a recent national survey of 2,000 U.S. women between the ages of 30 and 65, which examined women’s motivations, frustrations and approaches related to weight loss. The release of the data coincides with…
Cognizant debuts TriZetto AI gateway
Cognizant has announced the official launch of the TriZetto AI Gateway, a foundational product designed to seamlessly integrate generative AI capabilities across Cognizant’s TriZetto ecosystem. The new solution marks a milestone in Cognizant’s ongoing mission to revolutionise healthcare delivery, accelerate digital transformation,…
Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces Applied Biosystems MagMAX HMW DNA Kit
Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced the Applied Biosystems MagMAX HMW DNA Kit, providing a streamlined manual and automated extraction workflow to enable the reproducible isolation of High Molecular Weight (HMW) DNA suitable for long-read sequencing. Engineered for reproducibility and efficiency, the MagMAX…
ESTEVE CDMO acquires Regis Technologies
ESTEVE acquires Regis Technologies, a United States-based Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), headquartered in Chicago. This strategic move allows ESTEVE CDMO (actively operating under the Esteve Química brand) a physical presence in the United States, expanding its contract development…
Antibodies.com expands UK headquarters – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Antibodies.com, a provider of biological reagents for life science researchers, has announced the expansion of its UK headquarters with a move to Cambridge Technopark to accommodate the Company’s rapid growth. The new 5000 sq. ft site is five times larger…
NEFECON(R) receives NMPA approval for production expansion in China
Everest Medicines has announced that the supplemental application for the production expansion of NEFECON has been officially approved by China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). This approval for production expansion will further boost capacity and increase product supply, enabling a more…
Ligand and Medtronic commit $70 million in capital to Orchestra BioMed
Orchestra BioMed Holdings, a biomedical company accelerating high-impact technologies to patients through risk-reward sharing partnerships, has announced that the company has secured $70 million in new capital from Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Medtronic to advance its late-stage partnered cardiology programs. …
Are pharma manufacturers missing a trick with pharmacovigilance?
Up to now, drug safety has been viewed primarily as a matter for compliance and risk management. Not quite a necessary evil, nor is pharmacovigilance the positive contributor to drug development success and to optimal outcomes for patients that it…
Polpharma Biologics and Fresenius Kabi sign licensing agreement
Polpharma Biologics announces a global (except for Middle East & North Africa) licensing agreement with Fresenius Kabi for the commercialisation of PB016, a proposed biosimilar to vedolizumab, an integrin receptor antagonist, a biologic therapy indicated for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis…
Sanome has secured Class IIb CE certification and MHRA approval for MEMORI
Sanome has secured Class IIb CE certification and MHRA approval for MEMORI, an AI-enabled warning system for the early prediction/prevention of healthcare‑associated infections (HAIs), at the same time as appointing new strategic advisors, including former Health Minister Lord James Bethell and…
Steriline to exhibit at Pharma Pro & Pack Expo 2025
Steriline will exhibit for the second consecutive year at Pharma Pro&Pack Expo, an important trade show in India dedicated to machinery for the treatment and packaging of products in the pharmaceutical and biotechnological sectors at stand H6-D45. Steriline, which has…
Why protecting IP is key to driving the future of pharmaceuticals
In this article, Sian Gill, managing partner at leading full-service IP firm Venner Shipley, explores the acceleration of the global pharmaceuticals sector and explains why protecting IP is essential to maximising its long-term growth. It’s safe to say that pharmaceuticals…
Q&A: Identiv partners with Novanta
After Identiv announced it’s partnership with Novanta to streamline adoption of RFID solutions for healthcare and medical device OEMs, European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer spoke to Deepak Prakash, vice president of healthcare at Identiv. 1. What specific market gaps or customer pain points…
Ajax Equipment Hopper provides practical storage solution
Solids handling equipment maker, Ajax Equipment, has supplied research instrumentation producer, IGI Systems, with a stainless steel conical hopper with gas purge capability, as part of a prototype Sublimation System for a Low-Pressure Chemical Vapour Deposition application. The hopper includes…
Why renting product inspection systems makes strategic sense for pharma manufacturers
Christine Gottschalk, head of PI Test and Demo Centre, Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection, explores why more pharmaceutical businesses are turning to rental options as a smart, strategic choice. Production lines don’t pause for procurement. When pharmaceutical manufacturers face a sudden spike…
Labguru and Titian Software rebrand as Cenevo
Titian Software and Labguru have rebranded as Cenevo, bringing together the two companies’ solutions, Labguru and Mosaic, under a new, unified brand, to enable further innovation and increased collaboration to accelerate scientific discovery. The combined organisation specialises in lab management systems,…
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Vidir Solutions introduces VLM Mini for pharma storage
Vidir Solutions, a North American manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval systems, announces the Vidir VLM Mini, a compact vertical lift module (VLM) tailored for medical, pharmacy, and laboratory facilities. With a sub-10-foot height and a minimal footprint, the VLM…
Eramol announces sterile manufacturing facility to open in 2026
Eramol, a UK-based pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), has announced progress on its new sterile manufacturing facility, scheduled to open in early 2026. Located in Sevenoaks, Kent, the facility spans 11,000 square feet, including a dedicated 1,900…
Norwalt Automation Group partners with ei3 to launch Nexus
Norwalt, a specialist in custom-built automation and line integration machinery for complex manufacturing applications, announces its strategic partnership with ei3, a specialist in industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. Together, the companies have launched Norwalt Nexus, a powerful, AI-driven digital…
Managing growth in high-tech industries
The UK government’s plan to nearly double annual investment in advanced manufacturing means leaders face unprecedented pressure to scale rapidly while maintaining operational excellence. Nick Petschek, managing director EMEA, Kotter International discusses. Though significant funding creates opportunity, the looming ambiguity around implementation…
Almac Group expands US analytical capacity
Almac Group has announced the official opening of new GMP-qualified analytical stability chambers and office space at its US Headquarter campus in Souderton, Pennsylvania. This $2 million investment builds on the multi-million-dollar expansion of global analytical services and reinforces Almac’s…
ESTEVE CDMO acquires Regis Technologies
ESTEVE acquires Regis Technologies, a United States-based Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), headquartered in Chicago. This strategic move allows ESTEVE CDMO (actively operating under the Esteve Química brand) a physical presence in the United States, expanding its contract development and…
Powering the pharmacovigilance engine: why AI’s role is pivotal now
John Cogan, COO, Qinecsa outlines the opportunity presented by AI-driven automation to transform pharmacovigilance, both to address soaring workloads and costs, and to inject new strategic purpose into the function’s role. Pharmacovigilance (PV), and most notably its core task of tracking…
Camgenium develops app to improve outcomes for prostate cancer patients
Camgenium has announced its partnership with Professor Petre Cristian Ilie, Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon at NNUH NHS Foundation Trust, to develop HealthiumPro, a cloud-based innovative software solution. The system has the potential to improve the outcomes of prostate cancer…
The power of innovation in pharmaceutical secondary packaging
Tiffany Overstreet, innovation director at MM Pharma & Healthcare Packaging, shares the power of innovation in pharmaceutical secondary packaging. Innovation in pharmaceutical secondary packaging is so much more than a competitive advantage – in today’s market, it is a vital…
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Asahi Kasei expands Planova production with new spinning plant
Asahi Kasei Life Science, a division of diversified global manufacturer Asahi Kasei, announced plans to construct a new spinning plant for its Planova virus removal filters in Nobeoka City, Miyazaki, Japan. The new facility will be the company’s fourth spinning plant…
Pharmaceutical logistics new phase of resilience and sustainability
With rising demand and complexity, the need for robust, connected, and sustainable cold chain solutions has never been greater. Pharmaceutical logistics is entering its next phase of resilience and sustainability, and Delphine Perridy, CCO at Envirotainer, explores how technology, geopolitical…
Coveris announces record EcoVadis sustainability scores
Packaging manufacturer Coveris has revealed record sustainability performances across its group as rated by EcoVadis. Signifying a new milestone for the company, following a series of recent EcoVadis assessments, almost 60% of sites within the Coveris Group are covered by…
How to respond to a pharmaceutical contamination incident
Liz Cornish is the senior digital marketing & brand manager for BA Sciences outlines key steps facility teams can take to investigate, remediate, and prevent pharmaceutical contamination. Even well-managed pharmaceutical facilities can face contamination events. Failures in HVAC systems, improper…
MSD commits to Veeva Vault CRM
Veeva Systems has announced that Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, has committed to Veeva Vault CRM. The Vault CRM solution will support MSD as they enter one of the most significant launch periods in the company’s…
Antares Vision Group plays role in Michigan State University study
Antares Vision Group, a technological partner in the digitalisation of products and supply chains for companies and institutions, played a role in the latest phase of an ongoing study by Michigan State University’s The Axia Institute that tests the feasibility of applying…
Agentic AI’s role in life science manufacturing
David Staunton, industry transformation leader at Cognizant Life Science Manufacturing shares how life sciences companies are under immense pressure to deliver new treatments to a global population faster. Surging demand for therapies in areas like cancer, weight loss, and immune…
Veeva enables smarter engagement for Boehringer Ingelheim
Veeva Systems has announced Boehringer Ingelheim is the latest top 20 biopharma to standardise customer data across more than 100 countries with Veeva OpenData and Veeva Network. “Accurate and comprehensive” customer reference data from OpenData will equip Boehringer Ingelheim’s teams with the insights needed…
Thermo Fisher Scientific launches of Scios 3 and Talos 12 electron microscopes
Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced the launch of two new electron microscopes that will be unveiled at Microscopy & Microanalysis (M&M) in Salt Lake City, Utah, 27-31 July, each contributing to the democratisation of research in the sciences. Scios 3…
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Anton Paar uses IDS Imaging’s uEye Warp10 camera
Anton Paar uses IDS Imaging’s uEye Warp10 camera in its image analysis systems to capture and analyse particle size and shape in real time. Precise material analysis plays a central role in many industries. Whether for quality assurance or for…
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Stevanato Group secures €200 million in financing
Stevanato Group, a provider of drug containment, drug delivery, and diagnostic solutions to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences industries, has secured €200 million in financing through agreements with BNL BNP Paribas, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), and Banco BPM. These fundings are intended to…
Kling Bio announces collaboration with Sanofi
Kling Bio, a biotech company developing antibody-based drugs for cancer and infectious diseases, has entered into a collaboration and license option agreement with Sanofi for the discovery of antibodies and epitopes using its B cell immortalisation and screening platform, Kling-Select. Kling-Select is…
Pistoia Alliance launches two new initiatives
The Pistoia Alliance, a global, not-for-profit alliance that advocates for greater collaboration in life sciences R&D, is launching two complementary initiatives to transform pharmacovigilance (PV) in response to growing member demand. A new dedicated AI in Safety & PV Community…
The importance of the UK Point of Care manufacturing legislation
Neil Smith, CPG president, Schneider Electric comments on the importance of the upcoming UK Point of Care manufacturing legislation that came into force today (23rd July 2025). As the UK implements a comprehensive legal framework for decentralised and point-of-care (POC) manufacture…
Reducing antibiotic resistance could add 88 billion a year
An investment of $1 billion to increase access to innovative antibiotics and high-quality treatment of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), could boost the European Union’s (EU) economy by $88 billion a year, by the year 2050, finds new research from the Center…
Why the process of selecting a pharma peer reviewer needs an AI upgrade
Professor Philipp Koellinger, co-founder and CEO of open science startup DeSci Labs, argues that peer review needs urgent reform and that AI can help pharma live up to its ideals. Peer review is the core quality control mechanism of pharmaceutical…
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Meech launches 906 Hyperion 24V Power Supply Unit
Meech International has introduced the 906 Hyperion 24V Power Supply Unit (PSU), a compact, high-voltage AC power supply with 24VDC input developed to support static management equipment across a wide range of industrial settings, especially useful for pharmaceutical manufacturers. The…
GenAI and drug discovery: the best is yet to come
Adrian Tombling, partner and patent attorney, Withers & Rogers explores the future of GenAI and drug discovery. The role of AI in drug discovery is well established, particularly when it comes to accelerating research activity and improving the chances of…
Neuraxpharm and Dizlin announce co-development agreement
Neuraxpharm, a European specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to central nervous system (CNS) disorders, and Dizlin Pharmaceuticals, a Swedish R&D company focused on late-stage Parkinson’s disease (PD), has announced a strategic global co-development agreement for Infudopa SubC. Infudopa SubC is a next-generation, wearable…
UK government launches life sciences sector plan to drive growth
The UK government has announced a new Life Sciences Sector Plan aimed at strengthening the economy and modernising the NHS, marking a significant step in its wider Industrial Strategy. The plan, launched on 16 July, outlines a ten-year vision to turn…
Xeltis announces positive data for Xabg
Xeltis, a developer of transformative implants that enable the natural creation of living and long-lasting vessels, has announced encouraging preliminary data for Xabg, its coronary artery bypass conduit (CABG), demonstrating positive safety and patency among patients with multi-vessel atherosclerotic coronary artery…
Optimal Group joins SciY – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
The SciY business has announced the integration of Optimal Industrial Technologies and Optimal Industrial Automation into the SciY Laboratory Digitalization Suite, creating a single, vendor-agnostic software and automation platform that connects molecular research and development, quality control labs, and full-scale…
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West announces opening of new analytical laboratory in Stolberg
West Pharmaceutical Services, a specialist in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, announced that it opened a new purpose-built analytical laboratory building near its manufacturing site in Stolberg. “We are excited to announce the opening of our new, state of the…
Scaling up green chemistry principles for pharma manufacturing
New environmental regulations and increasing consumer demand for corporate sustainability drive European pharmaceutical companies to commit to green chemistry processes. Ellie Gabel, associate editor for Revolutionized discusses. Scaling up ecologically sound principles is no longer an option but a strategic priority…
Arca BioLogistics launches new development of logistics management portal
Arca BioLogistics, a specialist in Life Science logistics, has recently concluded on a development update of its logistics management portal Arca Live. Designed to give customers total visibility and control over every shipment from collection through to delivery, Arca Live…
One Biosciences announces €15 Million Series A financing
One Biosciences, a precision oncology biotech company pioneering clinical grade single-cell tumour transcriptomic profiling, has announced a €15 million Series A financing led by Redmile Group and Blast, with participation from Galion.exe, Invus, Adamed Technology, Sofinnova Partners, Polytechnique Ventures, and…
Numan raises $60m to lead the next era of preventative digital healthcare
Numan, a UK digital health provider, has announced that it has raised $60 million in fresh funding, following another year of growth. The latest financing is an extension of Numan’s Series B round. It comprises a new $30 million equity…
Qureight announces first results from collab with Insilico Medicine
Qureight, a techbio company accelerating drug development using its proprietary deep-learning image biomarkers and clinical data analytics platform, has announced the first results from a collaboration with Insilico Medicine, a clinical-stage biotechnology company driven by generative AI, focused on rentosertib (ISM001-055), a…
The next frontier for radical overhaul: reg impact assessment
For too long, regulatory teams have become bogged down by protracted reviews of the regulatory implications of each new product change, with potential risk to drug availability until these have been assessed and actions set in motion. Now Generative AI…
Antares Vision Group and LedgerDomain announce strategic partnership
Antares Vision Group, a specialist in the digitalisation and traceability of products and supply chains for companies and institutions, has announced a strategic partnership with LedgerDomain, a specialist in secure digital identity and credentialing for the healthcare supply chain. This…
Putting the focus back on site relationships in clinical trials
PSI CRO explores solid site relationships and how they are the backbone of successful clinical trials. Without happy, supported sites, enrolment simply cannot happen predictably or within budgetary constraints. This task has only grown more complex in recent years. While historic…
DHL opens new facility in Dublin
DHL Supply Chain announces the opening of a new multi-user facility in Dublin, as part of the €637 million investment into the UK & Ireland region. The site is optimised for customers in the technology, life sciences and healthcare sectors,…
OncoHost named Gold Winner in 2025 Merit Awards
OncoHost, a technology company transforming the approach to precision medicine for improved patient outcomes, has been named a Gold Winner in the 2025 Merit Awards for Business in the Research and Development category. Presented annually by the Merit Awards, this program celebrates the world’s most innovative…
Aenova expands its technology portfolio
Aenova has now introduced a new hot melt extrusion platform at its Regensburg site. This twin-screw extrusion platform is ready to be used in producing amorphous solid dispersions (ASD) for APIs up to OEB 5. Unlocking the full potential of…
Aggreko highlights potential for BESS to increase efficiency
In the face of volatile energy pricing and grid instability, Aggreko is highlighting the potential for battery energy storage systems (BESS) and battery hybrids to help increase resilience and on-site efficiency. At present, the UK manufacturing sector is being squeezed…
Industry bodies commit to help government with industrial strategy
The Institution of Chemical Engineers, alongside the Chemical Industries Association, the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Society of Chemical Industry, have written to the Chancellor, the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and the Secretary of State for…
Siemens recognition for Bürkert enables improved development
Fluid control specialist Bürkert has become an official Siemens Product Partner for Siemen’s SIMATIC Automation Systems. The new partnership will extend integration capabilities for OEMs and end users with a focus on valve islands for process industries. Following decades of…
Companies form consortium to deliver robotics CGT manufacturing platform
Cellular Origins, a TTP company, focused on efficient robotic manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs), the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult (CGT Catapult), an independent innovation and technology organisation specialising in the advancement of the cell and gene therapy industry, and Resolution Therapeutics, a…
Aptar CSP Technologies develops dual-active material science tech
Aptar CSP Technologies, part of AptarGroup, has developed a dual-active material science technology engineered to simultaneously control moisture and oxygen. This technology is designed to provide a singular solution to address these degradation drivers for pharmaceutical drugs, including oral solid…
Key considerations for clinical trial success
PSI, a global Contract Research Organisation, explains why selecting a global safety database is one of the most critical decisions in managing clinical trial data. A well-designed safety database is essential for capturing, managing, and reporting safety information, which ultimately…
IMCD opens new Life Science Laboratory hub in Shanghai
IMCD Group, a specialist in the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, announces the official opening of its newly reorganised and expanded Life Science Laboratory hub in Shanghai. This investment highlights IMCD’s continued commitment to innovation expertise, technical…
Q&A: Making automation more accessible for labs
Mark Fish, VP and GM of Digital Lab Solutions, Thermo Fisher discusses the importance of making automation more accessible for labs across industries with the next generation of innovation. What specific routine tasks are most targeted for automation in current lab…
Almac completes investment enhancing capabilities in Craigavon
Almac Clinical Services, part of the Almac Group, has completed a multi-million-pound investment to enhance cold chain capabilities at its global headquarters in Craigavon, Northern Ireland. This strategic investment includes the completion of a purpose-built Ultra-Low Temperature facility which has…
Easy Rider shelving system designed to solve storage problems
Teknomek has added the Hupfer Easy Rider shelving system to its product portfolio, designed to solve one of the biggest challenges for organisations working in the pharmaceutical, healthcare or SSD sectors: lack of storage space. Teknomek, known as a UK’s manufacturers of hygienic…
Mettler-Toledo to present solutions at PPMA Total Show 2025
Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection, a specialist in precision instruments and inspection solutions, will be exhibiting at PPMA Total Show 2025 from 23rd–25th September at the NEC Birmingham, showcasing a range of contamination detection and compliance technologies. Under the banner Inspect. Protect….
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When costing and compliance collide
Ellen Varelas, founder & CEO of LectureLinx, a global provider of innovative compliance technology and services solutions for the biopharmaceutical industry discusses the importance of compliance in the pharma industry. Only a few years ago, compliance was the undisputed top priority…
Atlas Copco expands oil-free compressor range
Atlas Copco has expanded its oil-free compressor range, including models specifically designed to meet the stringent air purity and reliability demands of pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. The latest additions include the ZR/ZT 30-55 FLX dual-speed rotary tooth compressors, the ZR/ZT 30-50…
Fidelio Capital partners with Alphalyse
Alphalyse, a Danish contract research organisation (CRO) that has developed GMPvalidated liquidchromatography massspectrometry (LCMS) assays for hostcellprotein (HCP) impurity testing in biologic drugs, has announced that Fidelio Capital has acquired a majority stake in the company. Alphalyse’s founders will retain a…
Körber enables integration of PAS-X MES with Rommelag’s machines
Rommelag has successfully achieved the “Ready” level certification in Körber’s PAS-X MSI Plug & Produce program. This certification confirms the compatibility of Rommelag’s aseptic filling machines with Körber’s PAS-X MES interface standards, enabling “simplified, faster integration” for pharmaceutical manufacturers. With…
PHARMASEAL and Viedoc announce a technical integration partnership
PHARMASEAL, provider of the Engility Trial Management Platform consisting of a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) CTMS and Electronic Trial Master File (eTMF), has announced a Technology Integration Partnership with Viedoc, a specialist in Electronic Data Capture (EDC) and eClinical technologies….
Sulzer launches energy efficient Scaba STA vertical agitator
Sulzer has announced the launch of its new Scaba STA vertical agitator, a solution designed to deliver “excellent” reliability, sustainability, and total cost of ownership for industrial mixing applications. Building on decades of application expertise the Scaba STA agitator marks a…
Digitalisation of Pharma in 2025: what’s holding firms back?
Martyn Williams, managing director of COPA-DATA UK discusses digitalisation of pharma and what’s holding firms back. If you’re working in the office today, look around. Peer over your laptop. How many of your colleagues are still clinging to paper-based processes?…
Hydropac bolsters R&D firepower as pharma cold chain demand surges
Temperature-controlled packaging specialist Hydropac has announced the appointment of Kimon Konakoglou as head of research & development, to support the company’s continued expansion of capabilities in the fast-growing pharmaceutical logistics sector. The move comes at a critical time for the…
Kashmik Formulation to expand capacity
Kashmik Formulation, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company headquartered in Ahmedabad, has announced expansion plans aimed at increasing production capacity enhancing operational efficiencies through automation. The company has also set an ambitious revenue target of ₹100 crore for the financial year 2025–26, following…
Shift Bioscience proposes improved ranking system for virtual cell models
Shift Bioscience (Shift), a biotechnology company uncovering the biology of cell rejuvenation to develop new therapies for age driven diseases, has announced the results of a new study detailing an improved approach to ranking virtual cell models for gene discovery. The…
Accelerating decision-making processes during market volatility
Nick Petschek, Kotter International discusses how market turbulence is taking a toll on the pharmaceutical industry. Shifting U.S. economic policy is stalling large pharma and biotech deals, causing leaders to push them down the line by months, if not whole…
PharmaForceIQ expands optichannel engagement solutions
PharmaForceIQ has announced a period of significant growth as it goes beyond omnichannel to optichannel campaign solutions. The company is the fastest growing independent provider of precision customer engagement technologies for the Life Science industry, and it has experienced a multifold…
Strategic shifts position India as a pharma partner of choice
India is the largest supplier of generic medicines globally, accounting for one in five generic drugs sold worldwide, and has earned the title “pharmacy of the world”. Dr. Jayashree Aiyar, chief scientific officer, Syngene International discusses. Building on this legacy…
Vetter marks the start of clinical site construction
Vetter, a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), celebrated the start of construction for its new clinical manufacturing site in Des Plaines with an official groundbreaking ceremony on 26th June. The independent pharmaceutical service provider received the building permit for…
Best practices for sustainable supply chain management
Charmaine Gadua, manager, Central Marcom and Sustainability Ambassador, Ansell, discusses the urgency of climate action. The urgency of climate action has never been greater, and businesses play a crucial role in achieving global sustainability goals. In alignment with The Paris…
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Key steps to bring ADCs successfully to clinical trial
Theo de Boer, PhD, principal scientist – scientific director LCMS, Ardena shares the key steps to bring ADCs successfully to clinical trial. The use of antibody-drug-conjugates (ADC) in drug development is becoming more and more widespread, thanks to their potential…
Teva leads call to secure Europe’s access to critical medicines and protect health sovereignty
Speaking at the Medicines for Europe Annual Conference, Michal Nitka, SVP head generics Europe & global head OTC at Teva Pharmaceuticals, highlights the essential role of a resilient, competitive, and environmentally sustainable pharmaceutical industry in safeguarding patient access to medicines and…
ProFound Therapeutics announces collaboration with Novartis
ProFound Therapeutics has announced a four-year collaboration with Novartis to discover and develop novel therapeutics for cardiovascular disease leveraging its ProFoundry Platform. This collaboration aims to bring innovative solutions to a growing population of patients by joining ProFound’s unique capabilities in the…
How to effectively adopt and leverage Organ-on-a-chip
Dr Audrey Dubourg, product manager, and Ayisha I. A. Malik, content marketing manager CN Bio, discuss how to effectively adopt and leverage Organ-on-a-chip to drive more effective drug development. The pharmaceutical industry has experienced tremendous growth over the last century,…
Platinum Press commences print runs on Koenig & Bauer Rapida Presses
Platinum Press, Inc. (PPI), a provider of printed packaging solutions specialising in labels, folding cartons, leaflets, foil lidding and flexible packaging, has commenced large-scale production runs on two new Rapida 106 X Printing Presses from Koenig & Bauer. Now fully integrated into the company’s…
Building a greener future: The living lab born from an India-UK partnership
Deborah McElhone, head of sustainability pharma at the Centre for Process Innovation (CPI), discusses the partnership between India and the UK. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is targeting net zero with its Scope1, 2 and 3 emissions by 2045….
Q&A: Cellular Origins collabs with Johnson & Johnson
After Cellular Origins announced its latest collaboration with Johnson & Johnson, Olivia Friett spoke to Edwin Stone, CEO, Cellular Origins about the collab and the future of mobile robotics. What led Johnson & Johnson to selecting Cellular Origins for this…
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How to meet the growing demand for prefilled syringes
Christy Eatmon, global subject matter expert, steriles, Thermo Fisher Scientific explores how to meet the growing demand for prefilled syringes. The pharmaceutical industry has always been resolutely focused on getting safe and effective therapies to patients in need and, with…
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Using high pressure bioreactors to transform fermentation
Mario Toubes-Rodrigo, global applications leader, H.E.L Group shares how high pressure bioreactors can transform fermentation for a sustainable tomorrow. The history of using bioreactors for fermentation processes stretches back over 10,000 years, when pottery vessels were used to ferment a…
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Key considerations when preparing the cold chain for climate change
Niklas Adamsson, COO at Envirotainer looks at the key considerations when preparing the cold chain for climate change. Global distribution of life-saving pharmaceuticals is incredibly complex, with several different components from warehouse to final delivery. At each stage, providers must…
INTEGRA automation solutions support cancer drug discovery
INTEGRA Biosciences’ liquid handling solutions and pipette automation software are helping 3T Biosciences – a biotech company based in South San Francisco, California – to enhance the reproducibility and productivity of its pipetting workflows, accelerating the discovery of novel cancer targets…
How is V-beads technology redefining supplement delivery?
Aaron Quinn, senior manager – Europe, Vantage Nutrition highlights how V-beads technology is redefining supplement delivery. In recent years, the conversation around nutraceuticals has moved far beyond ingredient lists and recommended daily intakes. Today’s consumer is no longer satisfied with…
Bionova Scientific enters advanced therapies market
Bionova Scientific, a contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), is entering the advanced therapy manufacturing space. The company is installing its third FlexFactory manufacturing platform from Cytiva, a Danaher company, to help meet the surging demand for advanced therapies, while…
The future of targeted therapeutics with next-gen silica nanoparticle delivery
Nigel Theobald, CEO, N4 Pharma explores the future of targeted therapeutics with next-generation silica nanoparticle delivery. In the evolving landscape of precision medicine and targeted therapy, success is increasingly determined not only by the efficacy of the drug itself, but…
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PCI Pharma Services provide updates on manufacturing facility at BIO
PCI Pharma Services will use the BIO International Convention, 16-19th June in Boston, as a platform to introduce its new purpose-built facility for large-scale sterile fill-finish operations at its campus in nearby Bedford, NH. At Booth 1979, PCI experts will…
IMA expands its focus on Artificial Intelligence
IMA has created two new centres of expertise within the organisation: the IMA AI LAB and Embedded Data Machines. Their mission is to consolidate and expand the use of AI across several fronts – from integrating intelligent functionalities into machines…
Aragen biologics manufacturing facility completes qualification
Aragen, a contract research, development and manufacturing organisation (CRDMO), announced that it will commence GMP manufacturing at its biologics manufacturing facility in Bangalore, India from late July 2025. Aragen has successfully completed the facility and equipment qualification and demonstrated the…
New ways to tackle antimicrobial resistance
Despite its growing threat to global health, research aimed at tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been constrained for many years, most likely due to the rapid evolution of resistance in pathogens, regulatory and policy barriers, and high research and development…
Human Data Sciences launches breakthrough in comparative outcomes research
Human Data Sciences (HDS), the UK-based medtech company behind the real-world data analytics platform Livingstone, has launched a landmark update to the platform that enables researchers to conduct comparative outcomes studies across multiple endpoints simultaneously. This new capability arrives at a critical…
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How to drive down the cost of monoclonal antibody manufacturing
Russell Miller, VP, global sales and marketing, Enzene shares how to drive down the cost of monoclonal antibody manufacturing. Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) have become central to modern biopharmaceutical therapy, with clinical applications spanning oncology, autoimmune diseases, and infectious disorders. Yet…
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Verista highlights LABELQ print and inspection verification system
Verista, a provider of automation, compliance, and quality solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, highlights the LABELQ Label & Print Reconciliation System, a platform engineered to transform label management for medical device, pharmaceutical, and contract manufacturers. LABELQ streamlines operations by integrating…
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Q&A: How to tackle cleanroom challenges
Olivia Friett recently had the opportunity to attend i-team Global’s immersive launch, in Dublin, of the SAFE-T-product family – a suite of battery-powered floor cleaning solutions designed for cleanrooms. European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer spoke to Ryan McClymonds, global technical director about cleanroom challenges…
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Kivu Bioscience partners with Sterling Pharma Solutions
Kivu Bioscience, a biotech company developing next-generation antibody-drug conjugates, has announced a manufacturing partnership with Sterling Pharma Solutions, a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), to produce cGMP-quality material for Phase 1 clinical trials of its lead oncology antibody-drug conjugate…
Editor’s letter: Shaping pharma – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
As we move further into 2025, it’s clear the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector is at a pivotal point. We’re seeing real momentum, in the industry – but also a lot of pressure. Olivia Friett, editor of European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer discusses. COVID-19…
Cellular Origins announces collaboration with Thermo Fisher Scientific
Cellular Origins, a TTP Company, focused on enabling scalable, cost-effective, and efficient manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs), has announced an international collaboration with Thermo Fisher Scientific. The collaboration will combine Thermo Fisher’s proven cell culture and processing technology and…
Can pharma packaging be sustainable and affordable?
The pharmaceutical industry faces significant challenges in its mission to provide safe, effective, and affordable products. Noam Nahari, VP marketing & business development at LOG Pharma Primary Packaging discusses. Achieving this goal is particularly demanding for suppliers to the drug…
Shilpa Medicare signs commercial supply deal with Orion
Shilpa Biocare, a fully-owned subsidiary of Shilpa Medicare, announces ahead of BIO Boston that it has secured a Europe-wide commercial supply agreement with Orion Corporation for Recombinant Human Albumin. Shilpa’s Recombinant Human Albumin – a key plasma protein used in various therapeutic applications…
What’s on at BIO? – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer talks to leading companies to see what’s happening at BIO Boston. Hongene – David Butler, CTO What are you most looking forward to? At BIO Boston, we’re most looking forward to connecting with partners across the nucleic acid…
XL-protein grants worldwide license to Grifols
XL-protein has announced that it has entered into a worldwide License, Development and Commercialisation Agreement with Grifols for a long-acting biopharmaceutical product. Under this collaboration, XL-protein will leverage its proprietary, clinical-stage PASylation technology to extend the circulation of Grifols therapeutics, paving…
WMFTS launches WMArchitect interchangeable parts
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) has introduced WMArchitect Interchangeable Parts to secure a resilient supply of single-use assemblies by including pre-qualified, alternative components in the design stage to avoid regulatory compliance interruptions and long lead times. The new service for bioprocessing…
RBQM event returns for 2025
CluePoints, the sponsor of RBQMLive and provider of statistical and AI-driven software solutions, has announced the full agenda and expert speaker line up for the 4th annual RBQMLive. RBQMLive, taking place on Thursday, 25th September, 2025, is a free virtual event,…
Schneider Electric launches new data centre solutions
Schneider Electric, a company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced new data centre solutions specifically engineered to meet the intensive demands of next-generation AI cluster architectures. Evolving its EcoStruxure Data Center Solutions portfolio, Schneider Electric introduced a Prefabricated Modular EcoStruxure…
Rare disease biotech announces milestone
Oxford-based SynaptixBio, which is developing a therapy for a rare, deadly, and currently incurable rare disease (H-ABC), says it has identified the drug it will take forward into clinical trials. The drug, SB H-19642, is an antisense oligonucleotide (ASO), which is…
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The clinical trial innovation surge
Dr. Werner Engelbrecht, senior director strategy, Veeva Systems explores how this year could see clinical trial innovation surge as EU regulation evolves. Europe’s clinical trial regulations are evolving fast. Policies including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the AI…
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How does process intensification advance bioprocessing?
Khalil Essani, product line manager sterile products at Single Use Support explains how process intensification advances bioprocessing. Optimising production processes has become essential in the rapidly changing biopharmaceutical manufacturing market, in order to remain competitive and satisfy needs for healthcare…
Cherwell launches Redipor TwistLock plates
Cherwell, an Analytichem company, cleanroom microbiology solutions company, has introduced a new range of plated prepared media designed to deliver sample security, data integrity, and optimised workflow in microbial monitoring. Cherwell’s new Redipor TwistLock prepared media plates feature a secure locking lid and…
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Smarter cold chain, safer outcomes
Alex Guillen, global SME life science & pharma director, Tive explores how real-time visibility is transforming pharmaceutical logistics. The pharmaceutical supply chain is one of the most complex and highly-regulated sectors in the world—and is tasked with safeguarding the integrity…
European Commission approves treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Italfarmaco has announced that the European Commission (EC) has granted conditional marketing authorisation for Duvyzat (givinostat), a novel histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor. It is approved for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in ambulant patients 6 years and older, regardless…
European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer – Apr-Jun 2025
The Apr-Jun 2025 issue of European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer explores the latest sustainability in packaging trends, a Q&A with i-team Global, features on bioprocessing, process technologies and drug delivery, as well as a cover story from Tive. ×
Lubrizol expands collaboration with IMCD in North America
Lubrizol has expanded their distribution agreement with IMCD to help meet medical solutions demand in the United States and Canada. The collaboration aims to expand a well-established medical TPU-focused partnership in Europe to North America, with IMCD empowered to enhance…
Shift Bioscience identifies single-gene target for cellular rejuvenation
Shift Bioscience (Shift), a biotechnology company uncovering the biology of cell rejuvenation to develop new therapies for age driven diseases, has announced the publication of new research identifying a novel, single-gene target for cellular rejuvenation. Capable of reversing cellular aging across…
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Flow measurement for WFI loops: preventing biofilm development
Within Water for Injection (WFI) loops, the potential for biofilm development is a critical threat that is primarily caused by laminar flow and the presence of dead zones in the pipework. Bürkert’s business development manager for pharma & biotech, Damien Moran,…
PSB industries highlights siloxane removal packaged skid
PSB Industries, a specialist in the design and fabrication of systems for dehydrating and purifying gasses and liquids, is highlighting its Siloxane Removal packaged skid, an advanced gas purification system. This solution is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of gas…
iOnctura announces the appointments of CFO and COO
iOnctura, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced the appointments of Steven Sciuto as chief financial officer (CFO) and Michelle Tsai PharmD as chief operating officer (COO). Catherine Pickering, CEO and co-founder of iOnctura said: “Following our successful initiation of a number…
Medicines Discovery Catapult announce partnership with Francis Crick Institute
Medicines Discovery Catapult (MDC) and the Francis Crick Institute have announced a new strategic partnership to support the delivery of KQ Labs, a national accelerator for data-driven health science start-ups. Founded and hosted by the Crick, the KQ Labs programme is an annual five-month launchpad…
Brenntag Specialties acquires mcePharma – European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Brenntag has announced the acquisition of mcePharma. The acquisition and additional investments in the site of mcePharma will “strengthen” Brenntag’s capabilities across the pharma and biopharma value chain. The existing GMP facilities, advanced sampling services, and expertise in both OTC product…
Navigating supply chain disruptions: Key strategies for resilient logistics
Just when pharmaceutical supply chains had begun to recover from the chaos of the pandemic, companies are now faced with the threat of US tariffs and the ongoing investigation into the United States’ reliance on drug imports. Nick Fryer, vice president…
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OneChain Immunotherapeutics announces Board of Directors appointment
OneChain Immunotherapeutics (OCI), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of CAR-T therapies for the treatment of oncologic diseases, has announced the appointment of Barbara Krebs-Pohl as the new chair of the Board of Directors. Krebs-Pohl has over 27…
Q&A: What are the benefits of using a CRDMO?
European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer asks John McDermott, vice president of scientific consulting at Quotient Sciences what the benefits are of using a CRDMO? What are the benefits of using a CRDMO? CRDMOs offer a number of strategic and operational benefits for…
Enterome presents new positive data at ASCO 2025
Enterome SA, a clinical-stage company developing first-in-class OncoMimics immunotherapies to treat cancer, presented new positive data from its ongoing Phase 1/2 “AUDREY” trial of its OncoMimics immunotherapy, EO4010, to treat microsatellite stable (MSS)/mismatch repair proficient (pMMR) metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC), at the 2025 American…
“Invest in sustainable pharma today in preparation for tomorrow”
Markus Laubscher, head of pharma at Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials discusses how in the pharmaceutical industry, the stakes are higher than most. We are entrusted not just with commerce but with care – with the lives and well-being of millions of…
Fujifilm rebrands life sciences companies
FUJIFILM Corporation’s Life Sciences Group companies, a portfolio of businesses offering products, services and comprehensive solutions that span all stages of therapeutic development from discovery through to commercialisation, has announced new names and identities as part of a strategic positioning…
Aligning with EMA’s next IDMP focus
Europe’s rollout of ISO IDMP product data standards is well underway now, and EMA’s aligned Product Management Services (PMS) platform, now live, is the next priority – with deadlines for enriching existing data hitting from the end of this year….
Clinigen and Shionogi CEOs meet for signing ceremony
Clinigen, the global specialty pharmaceutical services group, has highlighted a key collaborative milestone with Shionogi, an impact-driven pharmaceutical company, marking the launch of their new strategic relationship. Clinigen CEO Jerome Charton met last week with Shionogi president and CEO Dr Isao Teshirogi…
Q&A: The role of MES in biopharma
Roger Gaemperle, industry strategy & marketing manager – consumer packaged goods & life science EMEA at Rockwell Automation discusses the role of MES in biopharma. 1. How do you see the role of MES evolving in the biopharma industry in…
Medicover Genetics broadens access to its end-to-end genomics platform
Medicover Genetics, an innovator in genetic diagnostics and laboratory enablement, has announced the integration of Element Biosciences’ AVITI sequencing system into its end-to-end genomics platform. This integration is designed to empower partner laboratories with advanced in-house testing capabilities. Available through Medicover…
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Bachem expands multi-site production capacities
Bachem has announced investment across their site network, with new funding to improve production facilities at their Bubendorf, Vista and St Helens sites, along with a new site in Sisseln. The expansion plans come in response to the growing demand in…
Median Technologies to showcase at ASCO 2025
Median Technologies, manufacturer of eyonis, a suite of artificial intelligence (AI) powered Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) for early cancer diagnosis, and a provider of AI-based image analyses and central imaging services for oncology drug developers, will be participating in the…