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Driven by increased demand in biologic-based drugs, biomanufacturing (biologic drug substance) continues to be an active area of investment by CDMOs/CMOs, including several multi-billion large-scale biomanufacturing projects. What companies are expanding and where do these expansions stand?

The number of drug shortages in the US has reached a new all-time high, with more than 320 drugs in shortage, according to an analysis by a pharmacist trade group. Earlier this month, the White House proposed new actions to address the problem, including additional requirements for manufacturers.

Senior executives from DCAT Member Companies highlighted their companies’ major news at the DCAT Member Company Announcement Forum at DCAT Week.

What other DCAT Member Companies are making the news? A roundup of the latest developments from CDMOs/CMOs and other suppliers in drug-substance (small molecules & biologics) and drug-product development and manufacturing and packaging.

The education programs at DCAT Week 2024 featured a vast array of speakers and subjects impactful to the bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing value chain and the customer–supplier relationship.

An expert panel at a DCAT Week education program examined how AI may change how bio/pharma companies and their suppliers will do business. Will your company’s next supply deal be negotiated by AI? Can AI protect your company from costly supply-chain disruptions?

An expert panel at a DCAT Week education program will examine how AI may change how bio/pharma companies and their suppliers will do business. Will your next supply deal be negotiated by AI? Can AI protect your company from costly supply-chain disruptions?

Euroapi, the spin-out CDMO business of Sanofi, now a stand-alone entity, announced a restructuring plan this week and appointed a new CEO as a means to improve company performance. What challenges and opportunities does the CDMO face? DCAT Value Chain Insights takes an inside look.

With 2024 well underway, the crucial question for both bio/pharma companies and their suppliers is: how will the industry perform in 2024 and the near term? Get the answer to that all-important question at the Pharma Industry Outlook education program at DCAT Week.

Certain members of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability have initiated an investigation into three long-standing, separate drug shortages, respectively seeking input from Teva, Sandoz, and Pfizer on their responses to their shortages and related manufacturing issues.