Tagged with manufacturing

Puerto Rico With lower labour costs than mainland US, but the same regulatory framework and straightforward market access, Puerto Rico has long presented a compelling value proposition for pharmaceutical manufacturing, a sector that accounts for some 30 percent of the island’s GDP.  After bouncing back from bankruptcy, devastating hurricanes and the COVID-19…

Switzerland Stefan Berg, General Manager of Pharmaplan AG, offers insight into the company’s transformative journey as it becomes part of Exyte Group, a global leader in advanced engineering. Berg discusses Pharmaplan’s growth strategies, the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical manufacturing, and the shift towards local production, particularly in Switzerland. He also highlights…

Switzerland Dr Michael Quirmbach of CordenPharma discusses the company’s ambitious goal to become one of the top five CDMOs globally, emphasizing the importance of strong scientific expertise and customer-centricity in their operations. Dr Quirmbach highlights the significance of adapting to market demands and maintaining high compliance standards while fostering strategic partnerships.…

USA Monica Weldon, a seasoned rare disease patient advocate in the US, now serves as the lead strategic analyst for the life science industry base policy at Leidos, a technology solutions firm. Here, she explains the rationale behind the Biden administration’s Executive Order 14081 from 2022, as well as its impact…

Switzerland Dr Stephan Mumenthaler, director of scienceindustries, highlights Switzerland’s strong position in the healthcare, life sciences, and pharmaceutical sectors and explores the nation’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and maintaining global competitiveness.   Switzerland remains a premier destination for the healthcare, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries, consistently ranking among the top countries…

Mexico Carlos Hernandez and Daniel Kilian discuss OECHSLER’s decision to diversify into the medical device industry, leveraging the company’s expertise in automotive manufacturing; how Mexico has become a crucial strategic hub for the group; and why the Mexican workforce, characterised by strong education and adaptability, has been a key factor in…

APAC A run-through of some of the most striking recent stories from pharma in the dynamic Asia-Pacific region, including Japan’s attempts to bring back Big Pharma investment; UCB’s decision to divest its China neurology and allergy business for USD 680 million; and Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Novartis investing in Singaporean manufacturing.  …

Global Originally seen as occasional service providers for the pharma industry, contract development and manufacturing organisations (CDMOs) have become vital strategic partners. Helping pharma and biotech companies advance their therapies through their outsourced services, CDMOs have demonstrated their ability to respond to the industry’s shifting priorities as well as its pre-…

Mexico Mexico has become a major player in global manufacturing, attracting companies looking to bring supply chains closer to North American markets, but home-grown pharma companies are also capitalizing on the country’s manufacturing muscle, increasing capabilities while betting on quality and aiming for international markets. Recent PharmaBoardroom interviewees share their insights.…

Hong Kong One year since our last conversation, the Hong Kong Institute of Biotechnology’s Gina Jiang introduces the significant strides made in setting up a GMP facility for CAR-T cell therapy manufacturing at HKIB. Regulatory frameworks have now been developed to support clinical trials and the rollout of advanced therapies. Jiang highlights…

Mexico The Mexican National Association of Drug Manufacturers (ANAFAM) aims to support its members through advocacy, regulatory support, and professional development. The association’s president, Dr Miguel Lombera, emphasises the importance of ensuring universal healthcare coverage and equal access to primary healthcare and vaccination for all Mexicans; how frequent changes in Mexico’s…

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia’s Local Content & Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA) aims to enhance local economic growth by increasing domestic expenditure through strategic government procurement. The organization’s mission is to promote knowledge-based policies and tools, ensuring that local content development is prioritized across all sectors, particularly healthcare, in alignment with Saudi Vision…