Archives for June 29, 2009

← 2009

Originates increases pharma gelatin capacity

By Gareth Macdonald

US raw materials supplier Originates has boosted its pharmaceutical bovine hide gelatin manufacturing capacity with the addition of two new ISO 9000/9001 certified, GMP-standard production facilities in South America.

TFC forms JV to boost DMSO output

By Nick Taylor

Rising demand in China has led to Toray Fine Chemicals (TFC) establishing a joint venture to produce dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO), a reaction solvent in pharma production.

Chiltern sets up in Hungary

By Gareth Macdonald

UK group Chiltern International has opened an office in Budapest Hungary, joining the growing number of CRO players to set up in the CEE.

Mylan partners to create FOBs

By Nick Taylor

Mylan has followed Teva’s lead by partnering to develop follow-on biologics (FOB), with the Indian generic maker regarding Biocon as the “ideal partner” to help it enter the market.

Covance doubles capacity at Madison site

By Nick Taylor

Covance has doubled the capacity for large-scale, long-term stability and release programmes at its facility in Madison, Wisconsin, US.