Tagged with CDMO

Denmark Kasper Møller, Chief Technical Officer and General Manager of AGC Biologics Denmark, shares insights into the company’s strategic priorities and the role of its Copenhagen facility in AGC Biologics’ global network. Møller discusses the ongoing expansion of the site, the growing complexity of biologics manufacturing, and the evolving demands of…

Denmark Christian Houborg, General Manager and Senior Vice President of FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Denmark, shares how the Hillerød site has evolved from a legacy facility into a cornerstone of the company’s global CDMO network. From expanding capacity to embracing cutting-edge technologies like AI and digitalisation, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is setting new standards for…

Switzerland Hanns-Christian Mahler, founder and CEO of Swiss-based CDMO ten23 health, outlines his vision for a next-generation contract development and manufacturing organisation. With a career spanning Merck, Roche, and Lonza, he emphasises expertise-driven partnerships, agile decision-making, and sustainability as core differentiators. Since its 2021 launch, ten23 health has rapidly scaled its…

Switzerland Daniel Palmacci, Head of Specialized Modalities at Lonza, combines entrepreneurial vision with deep technical expertise in advanced therapeutics manufacturing. With experience spanning chemical engineering, international operations, and biotechnology development across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, he has played a pivotal role in transforming laboratory discoveries into commercial treatments. In this…

Switzerland With the pharmaceutical landscape growing increasingly complex, few mid-sized players manage to carve out a distinct, resilient path. Rivopharm, a Swiss-headquartered generics manufacturer, is doing just that, expanding its direct presence across Europe, targeting technically demanding niche products, and balancing growth with operational precision. In this interview, CEO Piero Poli…

Switzerland Combining scientific rigour with entrepreneurial instinct, Igor Fisch charts a new path for gene and cell therapy manufacturing at NewBiologix. Focused on addressing the inefficiencies of current production models, the company develops stable platforms designed to lower costs, enhance quality, and expand patient access. With roots in the pioneering success…

Hong Kong With Asia-Pacific poised to become a global force in cell and gene therapy, Xellera Therapeutics is positioning itself at the heart of this transformation. Led by CEO Camie Chan, the Hong Kong-based company is bridging critical infrastructure gaps by offering GMP-certified manufacturing, regulatory compliance aligned with global standards, and a…

Puerto Rico We’re not just building facilities—we’re building the future of medicine, where innovation is inclusive, access is equitable, and every breakthrough brings us closer to a healthier world. Biopharmaceutical innovation is advancing rapidly, yet inefficiencies in development and manufacturing continue to slow progress. OcyonBio, under the leadership of CEO Robert Salcedo,…

USA The Biosecure Act has been excluded from a recent key defense spending bill, leaving its future unclear. But whether or not it ends up being passed, the legislation has already proved detrimental for the targeted Chinese companies and the new Trump administration’s “America first” stance may have other adverse effects…

Switzerland Intricacy, precision, and quality. These are bywords for Switzerland’s world-renowned watchmaking industry, but which could equally apply to its biopharmaceutical manufacturing footprint. As with top-end models from Rolex, Tag Heuer, or Breitling, made-in-Switzerland pharmaceuticals do not necessarily come cheap, but the country’s network of life science manufacturers seem content that…

China Jun Liu, CEO & Executive Board Director of BioDlink, defines and explores the company’s strategic focus on antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), their global expansion plans, and role as a leading CDMO. Liu emphasises the balance of quality and cost efficiency, stating, “Our mission is to deliver exceptional value, ensuring we…

Switzerland Bachem’s Thomas Meier highlights the company’s pivotal role as a CDMO in the rapidly evolving peptide and oligonucleotide markets, emphasizing strategic expansions, innovative manufacturing techniques, and a deep commitment to sustainability. With a vision for growth that includes both profitability and operational excellence, Bachem is poised to lead in therapeutic…