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FDA Form 483 flags falsified records and live bird infestation at Dabur India OTC plant

A FDA inspection report issued in January 2026 has revealed widespread CGMP failures at Dabur India's Dadra and Nagar Haveli facility, including manipulated microbiology data, fraudulent equipment logs and unsanitary storage conditions

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When validated systems lose trust: why cyber risk is a Pharma 5.0 safety issue

Pharma 5.0 depends on connected, data-rich manufacturing environments, but cybersecurity weaknesses can undermine the safety functions, control systems and validated data that...
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Olon and CimCure partner for Phase I aseptic manufacturing of novel squalene-adjuvanted cancer vaccine

Italian biopharmaceutical manufacturer Olon has announced a collaboration with Dutch biotech CimCure BV to provide aseptic filling services for CimCure's novel cancer vaccine

ASTM International approves new standard for bacterial challenge validation of sterilising-grade filters in pharma manufacturing

The organisation's pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products committee approved standard E3469, providing manufacturers with guidance for validating the bacterial retention capability of sterilising-grade filters under worst-case process conditions to support regulatory compliance

SGS launches GMP-compliant NMR testing for Chinese pharma industry

The inspection and certification specialist will now offer nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) testing for analysis of both drug substances and drug products across China

AES Cleanroom Technology celebrates 40 years of modular cleanroom innovation at INTERPHEX 2026

The firm is marking its 40th anniversary at INTERPHEX 2026, having designed and built more than 4000 facilities, with its cleanrooms hosting the development of five first-in-class FDA-approved advanced therapies, including the first CAR-T cell therapy

Freudenberg Medical launches CleanAssure ISO Class 5 cleanroom service for sterile single-use biopharma assemblies

CleanAssure is an ISO Class 5 controlled cleanroom service delivering washed, dried and gamma-sterilised single-use assemblies to biopharmaceutical customers, addressing industry challenges around cleaning validation and contamination risk

Cleanroom Technology Awards 2026: The winners

The winners of the Cleanroom Technology Awards 2026 have now been revealed. The 2026 edition brought together some of the most forward-thinking organisations in the industry, recognising innovation, technical excellence, and impactful advancements across cleanroom design, operation, and technology

Entries closed: what’s next for the Cleanroom Technology Awards?

With entries now closed, attention turns to the next phase of the awards programme

Safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing: why a trusted partner makes all the difference

By taking a three-tiered approach to protecting patients and personnel and ensuring plant compliance, GEA adopts a consultative approach to helping its customers navigate the responsibilities of pharmaceutical manufacturing safety with confidence

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Terminal sterilisation versus aseptic filling: ensuring drug product safety

The sterility of drug products is critical to patient safety. Choosing between terminal sterilisation or aseptic processing to achieve this should reflect the final product’s physical attributes, the required sterility assurance and contamination-control regulations such as EU GMP Annex 1

European Biosafety Network calls for closed systems in hazardous drug waste disposal

A new whitepaper from the European Biosafety Network highlights gaps in HMP waste handling and urges wider adoption of closed-system disposal devices and airtight sealing to reduce occupational exposure risks

Qdos CWT pumps help Zereau to remove drug residues from hospital wastewater

Innovative filtration systems reduce pharmaceutical pollution and support sustainable healthcare

Eurofins launches first GMP-compliant PFAS screening solution for the medical device industry

Eurofins Medical Device Services North America has introduced the industry’s first GMP PFAS testing and screening platform, helping manufacturers meet tightening global regulations and safeguard device and patient safety

Avantor receives 2025 Edison Patent Award for its biodegradable detergent

The Research & Development Council of New Jersey has honoured Avantor for developing a biodegradable detergent solution that advances safe, sustainable biomanufacturing

AES Cleanroom Technology opens new regional office in Research Triangle Park

The new office strengthens AES’s presence within North Carolina’s innovation corridor and enhances its ability to give local support to modular cleanroom projects

Anresco Laboratories and NJ Labs form national testing network to strengthen regulatory compliance and quality assurance

Anresco NJ Labs will expand testing capabilities across food, pharmaceuticals, cannabis and personal care sectors, offering faster turnaround times, consistent results and enhanced compliance support under ISO and FDA-accredited standards

DuPont releases PPE sustainability e-guide for HSE managers

The e-resource is designed to help extend the life of PPE and ensure that end-of-life products are sustainably disposed of

Micronclean cuts emissions by 90% via HVO switch

This decision aligns with the company's overarching environmental and sustainability strategy

Chrysalis opens cleanroom spaces for business following Azzur asset acquisition

The US manufacturing facilities are designed to help life science and biopharma companies accelerate the development of next-generation therapies

Pelsis debuts AI-powered pest monitoring system, Digital Halo

The monitoring system uses AI to help pharmaceutical manufacturers prevent and control insect infestations on site

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Guardtech Group celebrates record 2025 with global cleanroom expansion

A landmark year sees mobile, modular and GMP cleanrooms delivered across healthcare, pharma and microelectronics

Achieve Annex 1 compliance: master cleanroom CCS & PPE

Despite widespread training and updated SOPs, personnel remain the #1 contamination risk in aseptic environments (Annex 1, Section 7)

FMS agrees strategic partnership with UV Medico

FMS agrees strategic partnership with UV Medico to supply cutting-edge Far-UVC (UV222) decontamination solutions in the UK

SCHOTT Pharma debuts ultra-low temperature compatible polymer syringe

SCHOTT TOPPAC prefillable polymer syringes have been proven to protect drugs at -180 °C

Biopharma Group invests in two new Cat D cleanrooms to upscale its CDMO capabilities

Biopharma Group has announced the launch of two new Category D cleanrooms at its headquarters in Winchester, UK

GF Piping Systems introduces its corrosive waste piping solution FUSEAL in the UK

FUSEAL products feature a high chemical resistance as well as physical properties that make them ideal for handling special waste mixtures of acids, bases and solvents

Vileda Professional CE launches revolutionary single use microfibre mopping system for cleanroom and controlled environment

This innovative solution ensures superior contamination control and compliance with industry cleaning standards

Cleancube multi: Guardtech’s container facilities support NHS aseptic pharmacies

Award-winning mobile cleanrooms offer fast, flexible solutions for facility upgrades

Why Choose BioClean Nitrile RABS & Isolator Gloves

BioClean gloves: Superior durability and sustainable innovation for controlled environments

Russell Finex unveils sieving and filtration solutions at ACHEMA 2024

Visit Russell Finex in Hall 5.0 on Stand D86

Cleanroom Technology Stand Side with Vileda Professional CE

Our sister company, Cleanroom Technology, discovers what exhibitors at Interphex 2024 are showcasing LIVE!

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Biotech Fluidics has announced the expansion of its range of DEGASi® PREP+ degassers.

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