BGMA Lines Up New Leadership With Change Of Vice-Chair

Sandoz UK Head Diane DiGangi Trench Will Become Chair Of British Body Next Year

UK generics and biosimilars industry association the BGMA is laying the groundwork for new leadership after appointing Sandoz UK head Diane DiGangi Trench as its vice-chair, ahead of her moving up to chair next year.

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The UK off-patent association is lining up fresh leadership • Source: Shutterstock

UK off-patent body the British Generic Manufacturers Association has named Sandoz UK head Diane DiGangi Trench as its vice chair, replacing Xiromed’s Peter Ballard. Moreover, the BGMA has confirmed that in 12 months, DiGangi Trench will move up to become the association’s chair, taking over from Accord’s Peter Kelly.

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