Researchers Identify a Greener Fluorination Reaction
A simpler, cost-effective method for the preparation of fluorolactams may be suitable for scale-up.
Contract Manufacturers Match Capabilities to Market Needs
CMOs chose innovation vs. capacity paths to compete in the pharma market.
Looking for a Root Cause of Parenteral Contaminants
Multiple inspection techniques facilitate the identification of particulate matter in vials as part of root-cause investigations and safety evaluations.
API Manufacturers Compete through Process Optimization
Contract service providers stay competitive by increasing the capacity and efficiency of their manufacturing activities.
Mettler Toledo Launches New Liquid Handling Platform
Mettler Toledo launched the Rainin BenchSmart 96, a new liquid handling platform.
STERIS Launches Glassware Washer
STERIS launched the Reliance 300XLS Laboratory Glassware Washer, adding to the company’s line of glassware and plasticware washing systems.
Onset Expands Product Line for Cold-Chain Monitoring
Onset expanded its product line for pharmaceutical cold-chain management with the launch two new products.
BASF Opens PVP Facility in Shanghai
BASF’s new production facility in Shanghai will produce PVP K30 powder, a polymer used as a base for pharma excipients.
Contract Packager Expands Serialization and Cold Chain Capabilities
Sharp Packaging Services adds Biotechnology Center of Excellence to its to its Allentown, PA campus.
PCI to Expand Bridgend Facility
The company will add a new clinical services facility at Central Park on Bridgend Industrial Estate.
PYRAMID Laboratories Gets Clean FDA Inspection
The company announced that an August 2016 FDA inspection of the company’s facility resulted in no form 483s.
MHRA Approves Johnson Matthey’s Annan, UK, Site for GMP Manufacturing
The certification follows a successful inspection by the MHRA, with no critical or major observations. The site is now ready to start production.
Catalent to Acquire Pharmatek
Catalent will acquire Pharmatek, a San Diego-based manufacturer of oral, injectable, and topical products.
Idifarma Receives Investment from Suanfarma S.A. to Boost International Growth
As part of a planned process to replace venture-capital financial partners, Suanfarma S.A. has acquired a stake in Idifarma.
Saneca Pharma Invests in Small-Scale API Capabilities
Saneca Pharma is making significant investment in its API capabilities to support client demand for smaller batch sizes and streamlined scale-up.
Capsugel Announces Expansion at Quakertown Facility
Capsugel is expanding the facility to meet demand for micronization services for clinical and commercial manufacturing.
Cambrex Invests in Expansion at Swedish Facility
The company invested SEK 72 million ($9 million) to expand manufacturing capacity at its Karlskoga facility in Sweden.
