Express Pharma - December 2024

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Rethinking R&D to balance efficiency, innovation and sustainability

In an era of skyrocketing research costs and complex drug delivery challenges, pharma industry leaders share their insights on adopting advanced technologies, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable practices to optimise R&D and drive impactful therapies to market

5 mins

Pharma companies can optimise R&D budgets using advanced technologies

Pharma companies can optimise their R&D budgets to maximise innovation and deliver high-value therapies by using combination of new technologies to enhance innovation, feed the drug-development pipeline and speed to market.

1 min

Rising research costs, complex drug systems, stringent regulations, and global pressures pose major threats to pharma R&D

According to one of the published reports, the pharma industry invested about $83 billion in R&D in 2019, which is about 10 times the research and development (R&D) spent per year in the 1980s, after adjusting for the effects of inflation.

1 min

Responsible Sourcing and Manufacturing: Growing towards a sustainable future with Lonza

In response to the establishment of environmental impact targets by the pharmaceutical industry, Lonza promotes responsible sourcing practices, sustainable manufacturing standards, and renewable energy utilisation showcasing that responsible manufacturing can assist our customers to reach their sustainability goals, highlights Christine Lebeault, Head of Applied Sustainability, Lonza Capsules and Health Ingredients

3 mins

Strengthening our presence within APAC through increased penetration is a key focus

Aanchal Tomar, Executive Director, Asia Pacific, Lonza Capsules Health Ingredients speaks about Lonza Capsules Health Ingredients’ strategic growth, challenges, and sustainability initiatives in the APAC market, showcasing their innovative capsule solutions and health ingredients that cater to the region's diverse pharmaceutical and nutraceutical needs, in an interview with Express Pharma

4 mins

Harnessing data analytics to propel drug discovery and development in 2025

As the pharma landscape evolves, data analytics will be at the forefront of drug discovery and development, transforming traditional methods. By leveraging data-driven insights, companies can expedite R&D, optimise clinical trials, and personalise treatments, bringing life-saving therapies to market more efficiently, explains Biju Davis, SVP, Engineering, Model N

4 mins

Save coating time, boost production efficiency

Instacoat 4G unique formulation includes an optimal ratio of polymer, plasticizer, and pigments, ensuring a smooth, uniform coating while significantly reducing preparation and process time

3 mins

Nutraceutical M&As: How strategic mergers are shaping the health and wellness market

The nutraceutical industry has seen a surge in M&A activity over the past three years as companies pursue strategic acquisitions to strengthen market positions, diversify offerings, and drive innovation. Sudhindran N, GM - Corporate Affairs, Nutrify Today explores key trends, motivations, notable deals, and future growth prospects shaping the industry

3 mins

We, at OmniActive, invest over 10 per cent of the total outlay into R&D

Sanjaya Mariwala, Executive Chairman and MD, OmniActive Health Technologies shares insights into the company's significant investments in R&D, advanced testing capabilities, and strategies for optimising bioactive ingredients. He also discusses the impact of regulatory changes, quality assurance, and consumer education in the evolving nutraceutical landscape, in an interview with Viveka Roychowdhury

3 mins

ACG covers every facet of the pharma process, all under one roof and seamlessly interconnected

ACG Inspection's Life Sciences Cloud will be making its India debut at the CPhI India- PMec India 2024 show. Udit Singh, CEO, ACG Inspection spoke to Viveka Roychowdhury on its USPs, highlighting its modular nature, the zero cost of transition from existing systems, and the advantage of ACG's long term partnerships with global standard setting organisations like GS1 which allow its platforms to deliver regulatory compliance deliverables in advance

4 mins

Eco-conscious packaging: A strategic opportunity

Larger pharma companies are applying sustainable practices and eco-conscious materials to packaging and labelling, leading to positive environmental outcomes, increasing operational efficiency and improving consumer perception. But wooing environmentally-conscious consumers often needs a sizeable capex, which could be a hurdle for pharma MSMEs. Viveka Roychowdhury reports that MSMEs can maximise this strategic opportunity once they identify areas which can improve efficiency through optimisation and harmonisation, at reasonable costs

8 mins

From lab to plant: Process safety data sheets as the key to safe scale-up

Mario Toubes-Rodrigo, Global Applications Leader, H.E.L Group highlights that process safety testing is essential in API manufacturing to safely scale production from lab to industrial levels. Advanced techniques help identify and mitigate hazards, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient processes

4 mins

Customer satisfaction and innovation drive JULABO's growth in global temperature control markets

Markus Juchheim, Managing Director of JULABO GmbH, shares insights with Express Pharma on the company's strategies for innovation, regulatory compliance, and customer-focused growth in the evolving temperature control technology market.

4 mins

Driving pharma efficiency with Körber's Ecosystem solutions

Körber streamlines pharmaceutical manufacturing with a comprehensive ecosystem of advanced and connected solutions. Their guiding principle is simple: Everything, effortlessly, in one place. With top-tier solutions spanning cutting-edge machinery, packaging, materials, software, and expert guidance, Körber propels clients towards establishing their Factory of Excellence, optimizing every process for efficiency and safety, inform Rajesh Vedak President Körber India, Körber Business Area Pharma.

3 mins

Sigachi isn't just a supplier; we are a strategic partner

Amit Raj Sinha, MD and CEO, Sigachi explains that his company's strategic growth and diversification across excipients, APIs, food, nutrition, and personal care are driven by innovation, sustainability, and a customer-first approach. The company's focus on quality, regulatory compliance, and digital transformation positions it as a trusted global partner across industries

4 mins

Think global, act local - Romaco's approach to the Indian pharma market

The Indian pharmaceutical market is dynamic and increasingly international, which is reflected in trade fairs such as CPHI & PMEC India. Jens Torkel, MD, Romaco Group, a leading international supplier of machines and integrated system solutions for the development, manufacture and packaging of pharmaceuticals, and Sanjeev A. Nimkar, MD, Romaco India, Romaco's Sales & Service Centre based in Mumbai, underline the importance of the CPHI & PMEC and explain how machine manufacturers are meeting the requirements of pharma companies in India

5 mins

SRICO: A trusted partner to enhance scientific research

Since 2011, SRICO has been a trusted provider of high-quality scientific instruments to diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and environmental science. With dedicated service centers and expert support teams across India, SRICO ensures tailored, compliant, and reliable solutions for research and production needs

2 mins

Indian pharma industry: Urgent need for action in the manufacturing sector

Dr Ajay Babu Pazhayattil, President of cGMPWorld, offers invaluable insights from FDA Form 483 observations issued to Indian pharma facilities, shedding light on the industry's critical challenges today. His analysis provides immediate and practical plans to minimise regulatory compliance risks. These measures will help reinforce the Indian industry's commitment to supplying the much-needed lifesaving drug products for the regulated US market

10 mins

Romaco at CPHI & PMEC India 2024: Processing and more

Romaco will be taking advantage of this year's CPHI & PMEC India to show its complete processing portfolio for granulating, tableting and coating pharma solids. The pharma machinery manufacturer also provides numerous primary, secondary and final packaging solutions for a wide variety of products

4 mins

Maypharm is actively exploring opportunities for partnerships and acquisitions

Sameer Kolhe, President, Maypharm, divulges how his company is leveraging technology-driven products, tailored business models, and niche market strategies to drive growth and address unmet medical needs, in an interview with Lakshmipriya Nair

5 mins

Access to Medicine Index flags slowing momentum, especially in LMICS

The Access to Medicine Foundation, has recently released an Index ranking and evaluating 20 of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies according to their efforts to expand access to their products for people living in low-and middle-income countries. The 2024 Index highlights that, despite progress in several areas, the overall momentum has slowed compared to the previous Index

10+ mins

Securing the pharma supply chain through traceability, transparency and technology

Traceability has long been a challenge for the pharma supply chain. Yet, it is key to ensure good distribution practices and overcome the constant threat of counterfeiting drugs. Industry experts analyse the challenges, and strategise to safeguard the pharma supply chain

4 mins

We aim to strengthen our presence in emerging pharma hubs across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.

Dr Kiran Badgujar, Founder & Director, Aureole Pharmatech discusses his company's strategic initiatives to strengthen its presence in emerging pharma hubs, innovate through sustainable, customisable lab solutions, future technology investments and more, in an interview with Express Pharma

3 mins

Delivering on GLP-1 demand: A combination of device offerings and supply strategy

Manuela Giacon, Product Manager, Pen Injectors, Stevanato Group & Josh Gordon, Product Manager, Auto-Injectors, Stevanato Group explain why auto-injectors and pen injectors will remain at the fulcrum of GLP-1 delivery

7 mins

Mack Pharmatech is the first to launch PLC-based environmental chambers in India

Manoj Choudhari, Managing Director, Mack Pharmatech shares insights on his company's pioneering expand globally and enhance regulatory compliance

3 mins

The wide-ranging health benefits of Pycnogenol for women of all ages

Dr Franziska Weichmann, Manager of Scientific Communications and Product Development at Horphag Research, highlights benefits of Pycnogenol, a French maritime pine bark extract, offering women across all life stages a natural way to manage the physical and emotional challenges tied to hormonal changes

10+ mins

JRS Pharma - The Global MCC Manufacturing Network

JRS Pharma is one of the largest manufacturers of MCC across the globe. The know-how is based on more than 25 years of experience in development of own processes

3 mins

Technical innovations for Annex 1

To meet the stringent EU GMP Annex 1 requirements, Optima presents innovative solutions to improve product and patient safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing. From minimising glove interventions and optimising First Air flow to advanced automation for integrity testing, this article explores how Optima's technologies support compliance in aseptic fill-and-finish processes

7 mins

Enhancing pharmaceutical analysis in critical areas

Dheeraj Handique, Manager GC/GCMS Product Marketing, Shimadzu Analytical (India) highlights the benefits of GCMS-TQ8050 NX with HS-20 NX trap for genotoxic impurities, nitrosamines, and, extractables and leachables

2 mins

Ensuring water quality with the 6000TOCi: The ultimate solution for continuous TOC measurement

The 6000TOCi Sensor is a comprehensive solution that brings together continuous monitoring, rapid response, reliability, and compliance

2 mins

Optimising efficiency with Remote Laboratory Solutions

LabWare's comprehensive suite of software solutions designed specifically for laboratories offers reliable Remote Laboratory Solutions to help your business thrive in the current climate

1 min

Ensuring clean room integrity with Prime Clean Reset High-Speed Doors

Designed with precision to meet the stringent requirements of controlled environments, Prime Clean Reset is the epitome of performance and reliability, ensuring that your clean room operations consistently meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance and product integrity

3 mins

Waters launches software for lab-centric business intelligence enabling audit readiness

waters_connect Data Intelligence software provides laboratories with comprehensive business intelligence on their chromatographic data throughout the product development lifecycle, enabling real-time audit readiness and query response, while reducing time spent on audit preparation

2 mins

Ensuring pharma compliance with testo data measurement technology

Comprehensive data measurement tools address regulatory demands and secure quality in pharma

4 mins

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Express Pharma formerly Express Pharma Pulse, one of the most widely read publication in pharmaceutical media since 1994, published by one of the oldest and most respected media group in India, the Indian Express Group. Express Pharma is India’s foremost Pharma & Biotech publication, published in a handy size and an international format, designed for readers convenience. Organized into four sections – Market, Management, Research and Pharma Life, it caters to the information needs of all levels of the pharmaceutical and biotech professionals. EP offers the widest geographic reach, focused business segment coverage and the sure means to reach the senior management and decision makers across the Industry.