Fill & finish, packaging

TraceLink uses network to submit experimental blockchain solution to FDA

11-Mar-2019 By Maggie Lynch

TraceLink submits interoperable blockchain network solution to the FDA for the DSCSA Pilot Project Program.

Sartan issues continue as Macleods and Camber issue recalls

04-Mar-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Camber and Macleods voluntarily recall losartan tablets lots, after trace amounts of a possible carcinogen found in an API ingredient manufactured at the same third-party facility.

ACG opens capsule manufacturing site in Latin America

25-Feb-2019 By Maggie Lynch

ACG expands in Brazil, with the opening of a 14,000m2 manufacturing plant through a $98m investment.

PCI continues expansion with Rockford bottling line

11-Feb-2019 By Maggie Lynch

PCI updates packaging operations and bottling equipment at its Rockford site, in a multi-million dollar growth initiative to meet customer demand.

Dr. Reddy’s extends voluntary recall of antiepileptic drug

07-Feb-2019 By Maggie Lynch

The voluntary recall, originally initiated due to a product compliant in October 2018 for mislabeling, continues for anti-seizure drug, Levetiracetam injection in single-dose bags.

Packaging market expected to double to $149bn in decade

06-Feb-2019 By Ben Hargreaves

The market for pharmaceutical packaging is predicted to increase at a CAGR of 8.75% through to 2026, with PET packaging contributing $45.12bn of this.

PCI invests in capacity for opioid packaging following legislation

28-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

PCI Pharma Services will make an additional investment into infrastructure needed for the use of blister packaging controlled substances.

‘The future is mixed reality’: Augmented reality put to work on manufacturing

23-Jan-2019 By Ben Hargreaves

Augmented reality holds the ability to visualise production processes without individuals being physically present, explains CEO.

Constantia releases portable blister packaging system

21-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Constantia Flexibles released its new packaging system, the Flexible Blister, which can be incorporated into existing production while offering a portable system for packaging.

Maruho introduces rapid packaging machines

17-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Eagle-Omni, US subsidiary of Japanese company Maruho, introduced its blister machine for rapid packaging operations.

Akorn’s sterile plant receives US FDA warning letter

15-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Akorn received a warning letter from the FDA on January 4, relating to the inspection of its manufacturing facility in Decatur, Illinois, in April and May 2018.

Lupin recalls 42 lots of antibiotic after contaminate found in vials

14-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Lupin Pharmaceuticals voluntarily recalling lots of Ceftriaxone for Injection after rubber flecks were found in vials.

Light-sensitive labeling solutions allows for transparent packaging

02-Jan-2019 By Maggie Lynch

Schreiner will provide three new UV protective labels, without sacrificing inspection ability for biologics and other light-sensitive products.

2018 regulatory round-up: Patient safety, data transparency, innovative trial designs

18-Dec-2018 By Melissa Fassbender

Global regulatory agencies had a busy 2018. Here, we take a look back at some of the key developments throughout the year, as the industry navigated challenging politics, pressure to increase transparency, and the rapidly evolving digital health space.

Catalent expands biologics facility, to create 36 new jobs

04-Dec-2018 By Maggie Lynch

Catalent is expanding its US biologics packaging facility, following recent investments and expansions in the Asia-Pacific region.