Leadership

Who’s Hired? Botox Biosimilar Developer Aeon Takes CEO From Rival Revance

 
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Aeon Biopharma has picked up Revance Therapeutics executive Rob Bancroft to serve as its new CEO as it continues to pursue a biosimilar version of Botox. Meanwhile, Coherus has lost its chief commercial officer, as Viatris, Sandoz and Medicines for Ireland have announced new appointments.

Samsung Bioepis Reevaluating Approach To Biosimilars

 

The challenging US biosimilar market remains a persistent problem, leading the biosimilar developer to reconsider how it invests in the future while pushing for changes.

Cardinal Looks Ahead To A New Decade For US Biosimilars

 
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In the wake of a report marking 10 years since the first US biosimilar launch, Cardinal Health’s Dracey Poore speaks to Generics Bulletin about the successes seen so far and the obstacles that must be overcome if the market is to thrive in the decade ahead.

Who’s Hired? Alvotech Appoints Strategy And Quality Chiefs

 
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Alvotech has named two new key executives, while Biosimilars Canada has elected its 2025 leaders and the AAM has welcomed the new FDA commissioner in the US.


Celltrion Plans Multiple US Biosimilar Launches In An ‘Exciting And Momentous’ Year

 
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With Celltrion having just received approval for its US Actemra (tocilizumab) biosimilar and having just launched its ustekinumab rival to Stelara – and with the introduction of the Korean developer’s denosumab rivals to Prolia and Xgeva just around the corner – 2025 is set to be a busy year, Celltrion USA chief commercial officer Thomas Nusbickel tells Generics Bulletin.

‘Our Commitment Is Serious’: Fresenius Kabi’s CEO Pierluigi Antonelli On Biosimilars And Beyond

 
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Fresenius Kabi is drawing closer to the conclusion of its Vision 2026 strategic roadmap. The company’s CEO, Pierluigi Antonelli, talks to Generics Bulletin about the company’s results so far and how it’s investments in biosimilars, acquisitions and manufacturing is paying off.

IGBA’s Susana Almeida On Consensus Building, Harmonization, And Policy Built On Science – Not Politics

 

IGBA secretary general Susana Almeida takes Generics Bulletin through an almost two-decade journey of developing global regulatory convergence and the next goals for the off-patent industry.

After A Decade Of US Biosimilars, ‘The Challenges Are Becoming More Clear’

 
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As the US marks 10 years since the first biosimilar approval and launch, AAM Biosimilars Council executive director Craig Burton talks to Generics Bulletin about the lessons learned so far and the path ahead, including how to move on from market models that have proved to be “not appropriate” for biosimilars.


In Discussion With Medicines For Europe: Bracing For US Tariffs And Embracing Ukraine

 

Tariffs, international cooperation, and war: the off-patent industry is not immune to the political issues raging across the globe. Medicines for Europe’s Adrian van den Hoven and Beata Stepniewska spoke with Generics Bulletin about what these developments mean for the sector.

‘Creating An Environment Where Women Can Thrive’ – Accord’s Carter Discusses The BGMA Women’s Networking Group

 
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Marking International Women’s Day, Generics Bulletin speaks to Accord’s UK country manager Clara Carter about her role as chair of the BGMA’s new Women’s Networking Group.

In Discussion With Medicines For Europe: The Year Of The Critical Medicines Act And Pharma Legislation Review

 

2025 is likely to be a game-changing year for the pharmaceutical industry. Generics Bulletin sat down with Medicines for Europe’s Adrian van den Hoven and Beata Stepniewska to discuss the opportunities of the Critical Medicines Act and EU pharmaceutical legislation revision.

‘You’re Going To See A Much More Aggressive Approach’ – AAM Chief Murphy Sets Out Plans To Engage On Tariffs, Shortages And The IRA

 
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In a wide-ranging conversation, the AAM’s president and CEO John Murphy talks to Generics Bulletin about how the US industry association is planning to gain traction with the new Trump administration by adopting “a much more aggressive communications approach” on topics including medicines shortages, trade tariffs, PBM reform, the IRA and biosimilar interchangeability.


‘I’m Focused On The Opportunities Rather Than The Challenges’ – AAM Chair Haruvi Examines The New US Landscape

 
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A new US presidential administration brings both challenges and opportunities for the off-patent industry. Speaking to Generics Bulletin on the sidelines of the AAM’s annual conference earlier this month, the association’s chair and Sandoz North America president Keren Haruvi discusses how the group plans to make its voice heard on key priorities including tariffs, PBM reform, and regulatory streamlining.

Who’s Hired? Cosette Grows With Two Fresh Appointments

 
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Cosette Pharmaceuticals has made two key executive appointments as it looks to build up its business. Meanwhile, Canada’s CGPA has named a chair and vice-chair, and Chanelle and Neuraxpharm have announced their own executive changes.

Adial Is Filling The Gap In Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment With Repurposed Drug

 

Adial Pharmaceuticals’ CEO Cary Claiborne discussed with Generics Bulletin how repurposing antinausea drug ondansetron and genetically targeting patients with specific biomarkers can address the unmet need in the current treatment of addiction.

Sandoz Eyes New Biosimilars Head As Stenico Succeeds Retiring Ballester

 
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After more than three decades with Sandoz and its former president Novartis, Francisco Ballester is retiring, with his former International region president role going to Sandoz’s global biosimilars head, Peter Stenico.


Is Teva-Amneal Inhaler Case A Double-Edged Sword For The Generics Industry?

 

The Teva v. Amneal battle over inhaler patents in the FDA’s Orange Book has become a noteworthy case that will impact both branded and generic drug companies. Yet, the clarity over patent listings might be overshadowed by possible future litigations, discussed law firm Polsinelli’s chair Chad Landmon with Generics Bulletin.

Pharmascience Looks Back At First Year Of New CDMO Unit

 
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Almost a year since the establishment of an expanded CDMO business unit, Canada’s Pharmascience has doubled down on its plans to expand its presence through the pharmaceutical industry.

Who’s Hired? Haruvi Returns For A Second Term As AAM Chair

 
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As Sandoz’s north American president Keren Haruvi gears up for a second term as chair of US generics and biosimilars association the AAM, other firms – including Sunshine Biopharma, Centrient and Rosemont – have also announced executive appointments.

Building A Sustainable Market: New Medicines For Europe President Sets Out Priorities

 
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Recently-appointed president of Medicines for Europe Stephan Eder speaks to Generics Bulletin about the off-patent association’s priorities to secure a sustainable operating environment for the generics, biosimilars and value-added medicines sector in Europe.