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Saudi Arabia Lars Nielsen of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Saudi Arabia shares his insights on the rapid growth and transformation of the logistics sector in the Kingdom. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Nielsen discusses Hellmann’s strategic priorities—particularly in the healthcare vertical—and highlights the evolving role of digital technology and…

Puerto Rico Ivan Lugo, co-founder and board member of Puerto Rico’s Life Science Air Cargo Community, offers valuable insights into recent developments within the island’s logistics sector, particularly the formation of the industry organization. He discusses key advancements within the community, including the creation of a comprehensive cargo data platform and the…

LatAm A roundup of some of the biggest stories coming out of Latin American pharma and healthcare, including Mexico’s move to speed up the drug review process; Sanfer’s acquisition of Columbia’s Laboratorio Vitalis; Pfizer’s joint vaccine effort with PAHO and Argentinian drugmaker Sinergium Biotech, and the epilspsy joint venture between SK Biopharmaceuticals…

Denmark A seasoned neuroscience researcher with firsthand experience of both successes and failures in one of biomedicine’s most challenging fields, Johan Luthman is better placed than most to comment on the past, present, and future of Alzheimer’s disease. Luthman, who currently serves as EVP and Head of R&D at Danish neuroscience…

Saudi Arabia Björn Bodenstein, Managing Director of Siemens Healthineers Saudi Arabia, explores the company’s commitment to supporting Saudi Vision 2030 through innovation, digital transformation, and strategic partnerships. By addressing healthcare accessibility, advancing sustainability, and nurturing local talent, Siemens Healthineers aims to play a transformative role in the Kingdom’s healthcare landscape.   Our…

USA David H. Crean, Ph.D., is a San Diego-based venture capitalist and strategic advisor with over 30 years of experience in life sciences and healthcare. Drawing on a deep personal connection to Alzheimer’s disease as well as decades of experience as a scientist and investor, Crean casts his eye over the…

Saudi Arabia Michio Kondo, Fujifilm’s MEA managing director, discusses the company’s remarkable growth in the Middle East and Africa since 2022, highlighting key developments such as the acquisition of Hitachi’s imaging division in 2021, which expanded their product portfolio to include MRI, CT, and ultrasound equipment. Fujifilm has also strengthened its presence…

Saudi Arabia Sue Donoghue, with 29 years of experience in logistics, has been with DHL for 19 years and helped establish DHL Global Forwarding in Saudi Arabia in 2020, growing the team from 4 to 250 people. As Vice Chair of the European Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia, Donoghue aims to…

Saudi Arabia Dr Adel AlMarshad, MD MPH serves as General Supervisor for the Health and Biotechnology Sectors at the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) as well as Executive Director of Riyadh Megaprojects in Health, Biotechnology, and Medical Tourism. Dr. El Marshad discusses the RCRC’s pivotal role in transforming Riyadh into a global…

Germany Rainer Westermann, chairman of the Life Sciences Acceleration Alliance e.V. looks out over the choppy waters for life sciences venture capitalists in Europe over 2025. Three key initiatives stand to reshape the continent’s investment climate, but broader geopolitical winds – especially those now emanating from the White House – could…

Europe Dr Carolyn H. Rogers, Rushikesh S. Dasoondi and Dr Michael A. Roberts from UK and European intellectual property law firm Reddie & Grose LLP examine the intersection of personalised medicine and rare diseases and its implications for IP law.   Personalised medicine, also referred to as precision medicine, is an…

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,…