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HORIBA launches "World Headquarters Project" to strengthen global operations and business foundation

The manufacturer of high-precision analytical and measurement systems plans to complete the new headquarters in 2028, just in time to celebrate the company's 75th anniversary

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Insilico Medicine and China Medical System expand AI drug discovery...

Insilico Medicine and China Medical System Holdings have announced multiple AI-driven R&D collaborations in central...
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Sygnature Discovery unveils strategic rebrand

The company's new identity highlights a truly integrated approach and positions Sygnature as the only provider of its kind across Europe and North America

Harness Therapeutics nominates first-in-class Huntington's Disease candidate HRN001

The UK biotech has selected HRN001, an antisense oligonucleotide designed to upregulate the genetically validated FAN1 target, as its lead programme for Huntington’s disease and established a Clinical Advisory Board to support planned first-in-human studies in 2027

SGS granted approval for resumption of human ADME using carbon-14

The approval allows SGS to resume carbon-14 human ADME studies at its clinical pharmacology unit in Antwerp, reinstating a specialised capability in early-phase clinical research across Europe

Phase III data show AstraZeneca's Breztri significantly improves lung function in uncontrolled asthma

Results published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine demonstrate that Breztri Aerosphere delivered statistically significant lung function gains and reduced severe exacerbations in patients

Medica and Axon Diagnostics merge to expand UK remote diagnostic capacity

Medica Group has agreed to add Axon Diagnostics to its business, combining clinical scale and advanced reporting technology to serve more than 2.5 million patients across NHS Trusts

YLGM and AGL officially launch “Yusen Africa” joint venture in Nairobi

Yusen Logistics Global Management and Africa Global Logistics have inaugurated Yusen Africa in Kenya, establishing a new East African logistics hub to strengthen regional trade corridors and deliver integrated supply chain solutions
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Automated visual inspection: reducing false rejects with intelligent bubble masking

This article explores how intelligent bubble masking in automated visual inspection systems can significantly reduce false rejects in biopharmaceutical manufacturing by accurately distinguishing harmless bubbles from harmful particles

Drug-loaded pellets: unlocking flexible oral dosage design with modern pelletisation technologies

Produced using advanced extrusion–spheronisation technologies such as GEA’s NICA systems, drug-loaded pellets are gaining traction as a flexible and scalable oral solid dosage platform that enhances release control, patient outcomes and manufacturing efficiency

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Analysis

UK biotech ends 2025 resilient as investor confidence returns, BIA reports

UK biotech finished 2025 with renewed momentum despite a challenging investment climate, according to the BioIndustry Association, with a strong Q4 rebound and growing policy support boosting confidence as the sector heads into 2026
Manufacturing

Cellares collaborates with Stanford to target rare diseases with single manufacturing platform

The new announcement means Cellares is moving into a new cell modality for the first time, with the partnership hoping to create an automated manufacturing and release platform that can support therapies for HIV and more than 19 rare diseases
Sustainability

Cleanroom Technology launches global cleanroom awards

Introducing the Cleanroom Technology Awards, the global benchmark for cleanroom excellence
Ingredients

Piramal Pharma Solutions introduces tablet-in-capsule capabilities

Enhancing dosing flexibility and patient-centric drug delivery
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Drug Delivery

From injection to ingestion: can yeast make vaccines more accessible?

As global vaccination coverage declines and distribution challenges persist, researchers are exploring edible yeast-based vaccines as a simpler, more scalable alternative to injections
Research & Development

Devonian Health reports gene-level confirmation of Thykamine anti-MASH effects in preclinical liver study

STAM mouse model analysis demonstrates dose-dependent anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic activity of Thykamine, supporting its potential in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis
Regulatory

FDA refuses review for Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine

Moderna has said that it has received an RTF letter about its next-generation flu shot, a move it has called 'inconsistent' with previous feedback. The company is seeking a meeting with the FDA to determine the next steps
Finance

IMA Group announces acquisition of ProSys Sampling Systems

The move strengthens the Italian machine manufacturer's presence in aseptic and containment isolator technology, granting it access to ProSys's manufacturing facility in Ireland
Manufacturing

Novo Nordisk plans Ireland expansion to manufacture oral Wegovy for global markets

The company is preparing to scale production capacity at its Athlone facility as strong US uptake of its oral obesity therapy supports a broader strategy to expand global supply and compete in the fast-growing GLP-1 market
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Analysis

Refractometry solves many of the chemical industry’s liquid measurement challenges

Liquid measurements are essential for process control and optimisation, as well as energy efficiency and quality control. However, monitoring can be particularly challenging in the chemical industry
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Ingredients

Reimagining biosimilars: faster access, stronger supply, sustainable healthcare

Outdated development models, uneven adoption and policy barriers are holding Europe back. Dr Kevin Robinson (KSR) spoke to Matt Erick (ME), Head of Advanced Markets at Biocon Biologics (pictured), to discover how the industry can close the biosimilars void and unlock billions in savings

Sponsor content

Navigating AI regulation for digital medical devices in global markets

New whitepaper outlines regulatory pathways for AI-powered medical technologies in the UK, US and EU

Piramal Pharma Limited announces results for Q3 and 9M FY26

Piramal Pharma Limited (NSE: PPLPHARMA | BSE: 543635), a leading global pharmaceutical, health and wellness company, today announced its standalone and consolidated...

Automating processes for effective scale-up with the GFD Lab PLUS Filter Dryer

Scale-up is a persistent challenge in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Countless challenges arise when translating workflows from the lab, or pilot-scale,...

Top 10 tips for optimal rotary evaporation with Vacuubrand

Labtex shares: "In the UK, we supply a comprehensive range of high-quality laboratory and instrumentation vacuum pumps from our trusted partners at Vacuubrand - world...

Echo MS+ integration enhances high-throughput mass spectrometry

SCIEX expands compatibility with the ZenoTOF 8600 system to deliver greater sensitivity and automation capabilities

IMA strengthens aseptic and containment capabilities with ProSys acquisition

The deal expands IMA’s isolator and sampling technology portfolio for the global biopharmaceutical market

Lighthouse photoreactor module expands Integrity 10 platform for controlled, high-throughput photochemistry

New module enables parallel photochemistry with precise reaction control and flexible LED options

NJM introduces next-generation Bronco 4 pressure-sensitive labeler

New system simplifies labeling for pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and cosmetics

Promega unveils cellular target engagement technology

TarSeer BRETSA platform enables early-stage studies for difficult proteins in drug discovery

The impact of machine change parts in OSD manufacturing and R&D

One machine. Fewer change parts. Lower GMP risk. Author: Phillip Ruda

Extract Technology fully integrates into Dec Group and unveils new company name

Dec Group UK reflects unified vision and strengthened capabilities for global customers

Instrument optimised vacuum degassers

Biotech Fluidics is a leading supplier of optimised degassing modules designed to seamlessly fit into analytical, diagnostic and process instruments / systems to improve...

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Reimagining biosimilars: faster access, stronger supply, sustainable healthcare

Outdated development models, uneven adoption and policy barriers are holding Europe back. Dr Kevin Robinson (KSR) spoke to Matt Erick (ME), Head of Advanced Markets at Biocon...

Overcoming the hurdles of strategic market expansion

Ramprasad Kaparaboyena, Regulatory Affairs Manager and QP for Pharmacovigilance at Gaelic Laboratories, discusses how to overcome the challenges of expanding your pharma market...

Building a beta-lactam powerhouse: Gaelic’s strategic leap with Athlone

In December 2025, Gaelic Laboratories, a world-class manufacturer of beta-lactam (penicillin) products, acquired Athlone Laboratories, another leading developer and supplier of...

From data to decisions: applying criticality and failure probability in process risk mitigation

This article presents an exploration of how structured, data-based methods enhance quality control, optimise specifications and improve process robustness throughout the...

Company News

Belén Garijo to become Chief Executive Officer of Sanofi
ROIS appoints Kimberlee Steele as chief commercial officer Appointment strengthens global commercial strategy and sterile CDMO expansion plans
IMed Group appoints Spencer Keegan as Talent Acquisition Manager IMed confirms expansion of business and implements new recruitment services for clients
Liz Kendall MP announces life sciences funding boost as Chiswell Award is presented The BioIndustry Association (BIA) has recognised the achievements of Dr Ruth McKernan CBE, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, investor and former Chair of the BIA Board, with the...
BASF appoints president of care chemicals
Veranova appoints Chief Quality Officer Jacquelyn Martin will assume global leadership of Veranova’s Quality and Regulatory functions, supporting the company’s continued drive for excellence in quality and...
Rentschler Biopharma appoints Detra Glinatsis as head of U.S. business development Glinatsis returns to lead U.S. growth strategy and build on Milford site expansion
Kindeva announces leadership transition to support strategic growth David Stevens assumes CEO role as part of a planned succession strategy
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