PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management-11-01-2017

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

IEEE Releases First Study of Blockchain Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry

October 18, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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Most pharma supply chain partners believe that manufacturers should pay for blockchain implementations, and own the data.

CordenPharma Invests in Small Molecule API Development Capacity

October 17, 2017

Contract Services Update

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CordenPharma will expand development capacity for small molecules, peptides, and carbohydrates at its Liestal, Switzerland site

Temperature-Controlled Shipping Service Solution

October 17, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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Almac Group’s Almac Pod, a temperature-controlled shipping solution service for biologics and other temperature-sensitive products, is available in the United States.

Piramal Plans Large-Scale Expansion of API Manufacturing Facilities

October 16, 2017

Contract Services Update

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Piramal is investing $55 million into the expansion of its API manufacturing capabilities and capacities across sites in North America and Asia.

CPhI Annual Report Highlights Unpredictability in CDMO Growth Over Next Five Years

October 13, 2017

Outsourcing Update

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Predicted areas of growth include flow chemistry, fermentation, repatriation of overseas funds, oncology, and API/product integration, but the rate of change is unclear.

Cambrex Invests in Generic API Development and Manufacturing Capabilities at its Milan Site

October 12, 2017

Contract Services Update

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Investments include the installation of development and analytical equipment to support the development of highly potent APIs as well as a new 2800-liter hydrogenator and 1500-mm diameter centrifuge for increased flexibility and capacity within the manufacturing plant.

SGS and Bavarian Nordic Form Vaccine Pact

October 12, 2017

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The collaboration will focus on developing a novel and differentiated challenge model for respiratory syncytial virus.

MediLedger to Explore Use of Blockchain for DSCSA Compliance

October 04, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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Genentech, AmerisourceBergen, and McKesson are providing pharma user requirements for a new project that will evaluate blockchain‘s potential in meeting requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, and preventing pharmaceutical counterfeiting.

Lonza to Acquire Manufacturing Facility from Shire

October 04, 2017

Contract Services Update

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Lonza has announced plans to acquire a clinical-stage mammalian manufacturing facility in the United States from Shire.

PCI Pharma Services to Acquire Millmount Healthcare

October 03, 2017

Contract Services Update

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PCI Pharma Services, a pharmaceutical outsourcing services provider, will acquire Millmount Healthcare, a pharmaceutical and healthcare contract packaging services provider, to expand its European services.

Virgin Atlantic Cargo, Delta Cargo Unveil New Pharma Zone

October 02, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo have opened a new Pharma Zone at their joint facility at London Heathrow Airport for the handling and storage of pharmaceutical shipments.

Real-Time Logistics

October 02, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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Internet of things, advanced analytics, and blockchain solutions such as smart contracts promise to give manufacturers more control over products and supply chains.

Flying Warehouse for Temperature-Sensitive Air Cargo

September 29, 2017

Supply Chain Update

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DoKaSch Temperature Solutions, a Germany-based provider of climate-controlled air cargo containers, announced that its Opticooler air cargo containers are now available in the United States.