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Pharmaceutical manufacturing

07 May 2026

Introducing the Glatt GSX pharmaceutical spray dryer

By Staff Writer

Glatt has unveiled the GSX (Glatt Spray Dryer eXellence), a cutting-edge pharmaceutical spray dryer designed to meet the evolving needs of modern pharmaceutical manufacturing. Engineered with pharmacists for pharmacists, the GSX offers GMP compliance, reproducible scale-up, and advanced particle engineering capabilities. Key features of the spray dryer The GSX is tailored for complex formulations and...
29 Apr 2026

Evonik Slovakia biotechnology expansion: €80 mn investment

By Staff Writer

Evonik’s biotechnology expansion in Slovakia will see a significant investment of approximately €80 million in its Fermas site in Slovenská Ľupča, Slovakia. Evonik will introduce advanced downstream fermentation technology, enhancing the group’s drug-substance contract manufacturing capabilities. The project is expected to create around 50 new jobs, further boosting the local economy. A second major investment...
09 Mar 2026

Vaccine procurement in SA: Balancing access, affordability & local capacity

By Staff Writer

South Africa’s public tender process for vaccines must prioritise patient access, affordability, supply reliability, and the sustainability of immunisation programmes. Vaccine procurement in SA requires a balanced approach that combines local and global suppliers is essential to ensure uninterrupted vaccine supply and the expansion of immunisation coverage. Key challenges in vaccine procurement Vaccine production needs...
23 Jan 2026

Cipla and ImmunoACT launch CAR‑T therapy in Africa

By Staff Writer

Cipla, a global pharmaceutical leader, has partnered with ImmunoACT to introduce talicabtagene autoleucel in Africa. This is India’s first indigenously developed anti‑CD19 CAR‑T therapy. The exclusive license and supply agreement will see Cipla, through its subsidiary Medpro Pharmaceutica, commercialise the therapy in the Republic of South Africa, Algeria and Morocco. Furthermore, ImmunoACT will handle manufacturing....
12 Jan 2026

New herbal manufacturing facility for Sami-Sabinsa Group

By Staff Writer

State-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility creates 250 jobs, strengthens India’s nutraceutical and cosmeceutical production capacity. Sami-Sabinsa Group has inaugurated its ninth pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, the Hassan Unit-2 herbal production plant in Karnataka’s Pharma SEZ Industrial Area. The $15 million investment significantly expands India’s cosmeceutical manufacturing and standardised herbal extracts production capacity. The cGMP-certified manufacturing facility was...
28 Nov 2025

Breaking new ground: Pharma warehouse in Joburg

By Staff Writer

A new pharmaceutical warehouse in Johannesburg is revolutionising South Africa’s healthcare logistics. Bidvest International Logistics (BIL) unveils a cutting-edge storage facility, which meets rising distribution demands while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines. A strategic location BIL’s new pharmaceutical warehouse in Johannesburg is situated near O.R. Tambo International Airport. This strategic location enhances accessibility to air...
17 Nov 2025

SA’s breakthrough: Locally manufactured cholera vaccine

By Staff Writer

South Africa has reached a historic milestone with the launch of clinical trials for its first locally manufactured cholera vaccine. This marks a giant leap towards vaccine independence and bolstering Africa’s health security. Significant advancement in local manufacturing Biovac, in collaboration with the South African Medical Research Council, started the vaccine trials at the Perinatal...
27 Sep 2025

galenIQ granulation binder for continuous manufacturing

By Staff Writer

Pharma manufacturing is shifting gears towards greater efficiency and innovation. In line with this shift, BENEO offers galenIQ™ – an extraordinary granulation binder. This product will be showcased by BENEO at CPHI Europe 2025. Visit Stand 8.0L70 at Messe Frankfurt to discover how galenIQ™ meets the growing demand for continuous manufacturing solutions in pharmaceuticals. As...
25 Sep 2025

Miele glasswashers: An efficient solution for South African labs

By Abby Vorster

Miele professional glasswashers for South African laboratories Pharmaceutical laboratories in South Africa face unique challenges, from maintaining the highest regulatory standards to saving resources in operations. Miele professional glasswashers for South African laboratories offer a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance efficiency, save time and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). With Labotec as the...
20 Aug 2025

IQ/OQ certification: Ensure compliance with Labotec’s expertise

By Abby Vorster

Why IQ/OQ qualification matters in South Africa’s pharmaceutical industry In the pharmaceutical industry, it is crucial to ensure your equipment meets stringent regulatory standards. Installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ) and performance qualification (PQ) form the backbone of quality assurance protocols that validate equipment throughout the manufacturing process. Labotec, a leading supplier of laboratory equipment...
01 Aug 2025

Pelargonium cold and flu remedy gains global spotlight

By Staff Writer

A South African plant with global impact – Pelargonium cold and flu remedy Southern Africa harbours a botanical treasure that is finally receiving its scientific due. Meet Pelargonium sidoides – a South African plant proving its efficacy in combating colds and flu. Indigenous to the Eastern Cape, Free State, and Lesotho, Pelargonium showcases how traditional...
08 Jul 2025

Bruker's ALPHA II: a compact quality control solution

By Staff Writer

The ALPHA II compact FT-IR spectrometer is a revolutionary instrument aimed at advancing pharmaceutical quality control in South Africa. Designed for reliability, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory requirements, this small yet powerful instrument from Bruker caters to the stringent validation and quality assurance needs of pharmaceutical manufacturing. The ALPHA II was showcased at Bruker’s exhibition stand...