Archives for November 21, 2005

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In-Pharma focus: Clariant's business strategy.

By  Wai Lang Chu

In the second part of a special report, In-PharmaTechnologist has taken a closer look at the Pharmaceutical Fine Chemicals Business of Clariant, which made a series of announcements on new investments in facilities in Europe and the US as well as new...

Parliament agrees on REACH compromise

By Kirsty Barnes

A European parliament vote on the REACH chemicals legislation last week struck a balance between health, the environment and industry after months of intense debate.

Umicore takes 21 per cent stake in Reaxa

By  Wai Lang Chu

Avecia spin-off, Reaxa, has announced that Umicore has taken a 21 per cent stake in a move that underlines Reaxa's business strategy in looking at joint R&D, new product development and toll manufacturing agreements.

New Solvias chiral ligand kit launched

By Kirsty Barnes

Solvias debuted its new 80-member ligand kit at CPhI 2005, offering manufacturers increased flexibility in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development and manufacturing.

Declining raw material prices sustains Superfos

By Kirsty Barnes

Superfos has reported positive third quarter results after a troubled start to the year. The company attributes the turnaround to declining raw material prices and growth in European business sales.