Switzerland From its roots as a family-run ophthalmology business to its bold reinvention as a precision oncology biotech, CIS Biopharma is charting a distinctive course through the rapidly evolving life sciences landscape. Leading this transformation, CEO Christoph Schäfer shares the strategic rationale behind the company’s evolution, offering insight into how scientific…
Switzerland Bairbre Hickie, General Manager at Takeda, discusses the company’s strategic priorities in Switzerland, focusing on its commitment to bringing innovative treatments to patients and its role in advancing the life sciences ecosystem. In this interview, Hickie explores Takeda’s approach to partnerships, its focus on rare diseases and oncology, and how…
Switzerland Nicolas Durand, CEO of Fondation Campus Biotech Geneva, shares insights into the foundation’s unique role as a catalyst for neuroscience and digital health innovation in Switzerland. In this interview, Durand discusses the foundation’s collaborative model, the importance of building critical mass in a specialised domain, and how Fondation Campus Biotech…
Switzerland Nasri Nahas, CEO of Biopôle, shares his vision for one of Europe’s leading life sciences innovation parks and its evolving role within the national and international healthcare ecosystem. In this interview, Nasri discusses Biopôle’s key priorities, including the integration of AI and data, sustainability in life sciences, and the importance…
Switzerland Oliver Kuhn, CEO of Selectchemie, has had a diverse career spanning various sectors, starting in the financial industry before transitioning to healthcare. Under his leadership, Selectchemie has sharpened its strong focus on high-quality APIs, excipients, as well as own dossiers and finished-dose-formulations, setting itself apart through a tailored service that…
Switzerland Once a traditional Swiss pharmaceutical wholesaler, Unipharma has undergone a profound transformation into a globally oriented, strategy-driven partner for hospitals, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology companies. Under the leadership of CEO Simone Maisto, the company has redefined its business model, streamlined its portfolio around high-value therapies, and expanded into emerging markets, all…
Switzerland Five decades since its founding, Helsinn has recently undergone one of the most consequential transformations in its history. Executive Chairman Riccardo Braglia and Group CEO Melanie Rolli reflect on a period marked by strategic separation, operational reinvention, and renewed therapeutic ambition. From navigating a near-collapse to redefining the company’s role…
Saudi Arabia It’s crucial that we focus on collaboration rather than individual achievements. By working together, we can change the narrative around chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes, making meaningful progress in managing this condition, shaping the future of care both locally and globally. Melvin D’Souza, Corporate Vice President & General Manager…
Switzerland SkyCell is at the forefront of a fundamental shift in pharmaceutical logistics, where AI, real-time monitoring, and sustainability are no longer optional but essential. As pharmaceutical supply chains grow more complex, the need for precision, resilience, and carbon-conscious innovation has never been greater. With AI-driven optimization redefining efficiency and risk…
Italy A roundup of some of the biggest pharma and healthcare stories coming out of Italy, including the country’s ever-falling birth rate; Chiesi’s new manufacturing investment; Doc Generici’s rebrand to DOC Pharma; Menarini’s oncology partnership with Insilico Medicine, and Angelini’s brain health deal with Cureverse. Italian drug maker Recordati boosts…
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a leader in digital healthcare, where AI, cloud computing, and data-driven solutions are reshaping the industry. Mohammed Saleh, Health Director Part of Microsoft EMEA, shares how Microsoft is driving this transformation – enhancing patient care, streamlining operations, and enabling AI-powered clinical advancements. With a…
United Kingdom UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government continues its push to overhaul the country’s iconic National Health Service (NHS). After originally announcing plans to restructure NHS England, the body that manages the NHS in England, it has now decided to eliminate it altogether. In a move that Starmer said would increase…
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