Tagged with Biosimilars

Switzerland Eight years after establishing its Swiss affiliate as a one-man operation, Accord Healthcare has built a strong position in one of Europe’s most competitive markets, with a focused strategy in oncology, rheumatology, and neurology. In this interview, Country Director and General Manager Richard Hummel reflects on the affiliate’s rapid growth,…

USA John Murphy, President and CEO of the Association for Accessible Medicines (AAM), outlines a compelling vision for improving access to high-quality, affordable medicines in the US. He stresses that by directing greater focus to the generic and biosimilar market, tackling structural challenges, safeguarding supply chains, and enabling strategic domestic investment,…

Denmark Peter Jorgensen, Director of the Danish Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Industry Association, discusses Denmark’s robust framework for generics and biosimilars, offering insight into a system that has delivered high penetration, cost savings, and broad public trust. From legal structures and patient attitudes to incentives and hospital adoption, Jorgensen outlines why…

Saudi Arabia Cooper Pharma, with its 90-year legacy, is at the forefront of transforming the pharmaceutical landscape in the Middle East. From localizing production in Saudi Arabia to pioneering collaborations with global institutions, the company is driving innovation in a rapidly evolving market. As Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reshapes the future of…

Europe Will a new ‘Critical Medicines Act’ go far enough to ensure Europe’s resilience to future health crises?   A Continent at Risk The COVID-19 pandemic exposed serious vulnerabilities in the European medicine supply chain. EU countries suddenly found themselves competing for limited supplies of sedatives and antibiotics for ICU care,…

Europe European pharma is at a turning point, with rising cost pressures, regulatory shifts, and supply chain vulnerabilities reshaping the industry. As the new president of Medicines for Europe, STADA’s Stephan Eder is now at the forefront of driving the change that Europe needs. In this new role as head of…

Global A wave of blockbuster biologics is set to lose patent protection, creating a major inflection point for the biosimilars market in 2025 and beyond. While Europe remains the global leader in biosimilar adoption, South Korea is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse, leveraging strong government support and industry investment. However, a…

Switzerland As home to much of Europe’s innovative medicine output and as one of its wealthiest nations per capita, Switzerland has not traditionally been a generic-friendly market. Generics prices are relatively high in a European context and only accounted for 14 percent of total drug sales in 2022. Nevertheless, in recent…

Switzerland Matteo Boggi, General Manager of Fresenius Kabi Switzerland, shares insights into the company’s pivotal role in supporting healthcare professionals as well as critically and chronically ill patients across Switzerland. Boggi highlights Fresenius Kabi’s extensive portfolio in nutrition, medical devices, generic drugs, and biosimilars, while discussing the company’s innovative strategies and…

Switzerland iQone Healthcare has achieved impressive growth under the leadership of CEO Michele Genini, who has guided the company from launching a single biosimilar product in 2016 to building a diverse portfolio of seven. Now part of Celltrion and with a strategic focus on the Swiss market, iQone has become a…

Mexico Rogerio Peso outlines how Viatris leverages collaborations to address critical healthcare needs in Mexico, combining its strengths with other stakeholders to improve patient outcomes. With a mission to offer high-quality, affordable medicines, Peso also points out how Viatris aligns its portfolio with the healthcare needs of Latin America, addressing gaps…

Mexico Organon’s recently-appointed LAMEX Cluster Head Julio Conejero lays out how Organon is committed to improving women’s health and addressing unmet needs through its portfolio. This mission aligns with the rise of female leadership in Latin America and the broader movement towards women’s empowerment. Now based in Mexico – which accounts…