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PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

Hovione is investing in specialized formulation capabilities, beginning with the acquisition of a formulation facility adjacent to the current process chemistry and particle engineering facility in Loures, Portugal, the company announced on Oct. 19, 2015. This acquisition is a strategic investment to further boost development and manufacturing capabilities for both inhalation and oral dosage forms.

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

At CPhI Worldwide 2015, The Dow Chemical Company announced the global commercial availability of AFFINISOL HPMC HME, a new generation of cellulosic polymer for drug solubilization. The polymer is designed for use by pharmaceutical companies looking to enhance the solubilization and inhibit the recrystallization of APIs in hot-melt extrusion (HME) formulations.

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

Ajinomoto Althea, a biopharmaceutical CDMO, is expanding its existing biological drug product manufacturing operations to include highly active materials, such as antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), the company announced on Oct. 14, 2015. The new facility is located in close proximity to the company’s existing operations in San Diego, CA.