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.
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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