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Saudi Arabia Ali ElAkkad, General Manager of Bausch & Lomb Pharma and Consumer for the Middle East and Pakistan, shares insights into the company’s strategic priorities and its commitment to innovation in the region. He discusses how Bausch & Lomb is focusing on bringing high-quality ophthalmology products to market, fostering a high-performance…

MEA The latest pharma and healthcare news from the dynamic Middle East and Africa market, which reached USD 32.6 billion in value last year according to IQVIA. With supply security of essential medicines and vaccines still a hot-button issue, Egypt and Morocco are establishing a regional biomanufacturing hub for North Africa.…

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming into a key battleground for the consumer healthcare industry, and Haleon is positioning itself at the forefront of this shift. With a growing appetite for innovation, a highly engaged consumer base, and a regulatory landscape that demands agility, the company is reshaping its strategy to…

Saudi Arabia Alcon’s Fadi AlSafadi shares his insights on the evolving eye care landscape in the dynamic Middle East and Africa region. He discusses Alcon’s innovative initiatives, including advancements in digitalisation, sustainability efforts, and their approach to enhancing accessibility and education. AlSafadi also highlights Alcon’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, fostering local…

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…

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…

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…

Saudi Arabia Majid Al Fayyadh, CEO of King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC), discusses the hospital’s transformation into a world-class medical and research institution, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. He shares insights into KFSHRC’s pioneering efforts in oncology, transplantation, genetics, and cutting-edge medical technology, as well as its role…

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…

Saudi Arabia Daniel Vella Friggieri, Regional CEO for Europe and the Middle East at Aspen Pharmacare, discusses the company’s growth trajectory over the past 18 months, highlighting the decision to merge the Middle East and European regions into one unit. He reflects on Aspen’s evolving approach in Saudi Arabia, covering localization, talent…