Biopharmaceutical manufacturing depends on precision. Every process demands purity, yield, and scalability, but conventional resins often force scientists to compromise. “We innovate through collaboration. Every resin we bring to market is shaped by customer input and developed on our established agarose-based platform. This approach allows Bio-Works to meet evolving purification needs with solutions that are proven, scalable, and ready for real-world manufacturing.” The company combines classic chromatography expertise with a practical, application-driven mindset and has redefined chromatography through its custom resin solutions built for exact performance and reliable scale-up. “We focus on scalability from day one, using the same base chemistry from development to commercial scale to de-risk tech transfer,” says Lone Carlbom, CEO. Its products stand out as innovative and cutting-edge, with exceptional performance. The company merges deep chromatography expertise with practical process insight. Bio-Works develops agarose-based chromatography resins that achieve exceptional purity and capacity across every bioprocessing stage. Each resin design begins with the target molecule and process economics, resulting in products that deliver consistent flow, pressure stability, and easy cleaning. Its WorkBeads product line maintains the same base chemistry from R&D to commercial production, eliminating risk during scale-up and ensuring reproducible results. Behind these solutions stands a disciplined quality framework. Bio-Works operates under an ISO 9001:2015-certified management system that documents every step, from raw materials to finished resin, ensuring full traceability. Suppliers are qualified through ESG-based supplier evaluation and controlled document discipline anchored in a clear Supplier Code of Conduct. Every operational change follows formal risk assessment and advance customer notification to maintain transparency and control.
Therapeutics
Targeted gene therapy is entering a new phase shaped by innovative biological design. Accurate delivery systems that can place RNA where it will have the most significant effect are integral to this shift. The natural abilities of extracellular vesicles (EV) position them as an appealing foundation for more refined treatments. EVis Bioscience is advancing targeted RNA therapeutics through a hybrid system that transforms EVs into a highly efficient and precise delivery method. The vesicles’ inherent stability and targeting provide a more consistent, sharply directed mode of RNA transport. “Our technology is promising and highly efficient, opening new avenues for using EVs in RNA therapeutics,” says Elita Montanari, co-founder and CTO. Despite their strong potential, EVs were not a dependable delivery option due to their biological constraints. During RNA loading, earlier methods struggled with aggregation or structural damage, especially given RNA’s negative charge, size and sensitivity, erasing the very properties that made them valuable. EVis Bioscience addresses this through an approach that partially fuses lipid nanovectors (LNV) with EVs. The LNVs encapsulate the RNA payload and merge with the vesicles at neutral pH and body temperature within minutes. By enabling quick fusion, the platform avoids these issues while achieving the high consistency needed for therapeutic development. More than 90 per cent of particles fuse cleanly, eliminating purification steps, while maintaining surface proteins and structural stability. The formulation benefits from materials already used in FDA-approved applications, supporting smoother progress..
Supplements
The future of liquid nutraceuticals comes to life at Valentis. For more than a century, Valentis has elevated the standard of liquid supplements through strong absorption science, a deep respect for nature and a belief that natural ingredients can help people become stronger, recover faster and live better. Over time, this legacy has shaped Valentis into one of the largest food supplement manufacturers in the Baltic States and a full-scale production partner with in-house laboratory testing, primary and secondary packaging and a strong R&D engine. “Our objective is to create healthy moments in people’s lives through the products we create,” says Linas Kamarauskas, Business Development Manager. Science Behind the Difference Valentis pursues its goal by bringing together nature and science. Liquid formats often rely on clean raw materials, balanced dosing, multi-year stability and great taste. The pursuit for excellence in this led Valentis to one of its breakthroughs, the patented MiosolTM microencapsulation technology..
Life Science Logistics
Specimen transport is a crucial factor in life-science research. Responsibility runs through every handoff, every mile and every hour, all of which can influence study or therapy outcomes. General logistics models are not built for this. Bookings take too long, temperature stability falters, customs delays interrupt timelines, and limited in-transit visibility leaves scientists without assurance. Arca BioLogistics sets new standards for safe, reliable transport of critical life-science materials across global supply chains. What mechanisms does Arca BioLogistics use to reduce risk in global life-science specimen transport? The logistics expert simplifies the journey through its advanced Arca Live platform that integrates quoting, booking, shipment creation, customs documentation and GPS-based tracking. It replaces the traditional chain of emails, forms and manual checks with a single, continuous workflow. How is regulated shipment planning, documentation and tracking orchestrated within the Arca Live platform? High-performance packaging and live monitoring are standard for every shipment. Pairing them with GDP-compliant operations, specialist couriers and access to temperature-controlled vehicles, clients get a seamless and safe export, import and third-country movement experience..
Biotech
Hair loss affects more than just appearance; it can significantly impact confidence and overall wellbeing. Clinically proven, non-invasive treatments that guarantee results have been the dream of every individual struggling with the effects of hair loss. Pharma Hermetic has been turning this dream into reality with its peptide-based treatments that address the root causes of hair loss. With two decades of expertise in biotechnology and cosmeceuticals, the Barcelona-based company offers clinically backed products that deliver long-term benefits without the need for invasive procedures. “We started Pharma Hermetic because we saw too many people losing confidence in the available treatments for hair loss,” says Adrián Quiroga, CEO. “Our goal is to give them a solution they could trust, something that truly works without compromising their well-being.” Pharma Hermetic’s solutions address hair loss at its root through treatments that block dihydrotestosterone activity and activate telomerase, a key factor in follicle health. These formulations are primarily recommended by dermatologists and trichologists. Its flagship product, hair recovery program SP55 vials, is a topical formulation that combines 11 clinically and dermatologically tested bioactive peptides, plant extracts and vitamins. With high concentration of active ingredients, the product has demonstrated lasting efficacy. It also actively addresses androgenetic alopecia, the most common form of hair loss in men, by targeting DHT, the hormone largely responsible for male pattern baldness. Its peptide formulations are designed to block the formation of DHT and inhibit 5-alpha reductase while promoting telomerase activity to encourage cell regeneration. A simplified maintenance routine is recommended for patients with this condition, which includes using one vial per month after achieving visible results. This approach combines scientific innovation with convenience, making it well-suited for both men and women seeking long-term, low-effort results. As a part of its comprehensive hair recovery program, the company has developed two comprehensive solutions—Silver Kit and Blue Line. The Silver Kit combines Pharma Hermetic’s three core products into a single, easy-to-use package designed for a two-month application period, supported by a detailed calendar that guides users through daily applications. The Blue Line can be used individually or with other therapies. Together, these offerings have contributed to the widespread adoption of Pharma Hermetic’s products in over 40 countries. .
CRO
The Value of New Antibiotics in the Fight Against AMR
Piero Rijli, Corporate Director, Regulatory Activities and Market Access, MENARINI Group
CDMO
Evolution of the Contract Development and Manufacturing Industry in the Last Years
Massimiliano Brescia, Senior Global Director - Contract Manufacturing - OSD, API & Fermentation, AbbVie
Regulatory Services
From Complex to Compliance: 3 Keys for Unlocking the Regulatory Pathway
Nicholas Smalley, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Kindeva Drug Delivery
Hemophilia
Establishing A Biotech Company In Europe: A Mission Impossible?
Rüdiger Schulze, Vice President and General Manager, DACH, Ultragenyx
CDMO
Transforming Healthcare with Cell and Gene Therapy
Stefano Baila, Managing Director, Support Biologics, Eurofins
CDMO
Navigating the Complexity of Compliance Review of UK/EU Product Communications for Rare Diseases
Marcelo Vaz, Vice President, Medical Services, TMC Pharma Services Ltd
Clinical Trial Management
Real-World Evidence Empowering Patient-Focused Medical Affairs
Jesper Lekdorf, VP Global Medical Affairs, Novo Nordisk [CPH: NOVO-B]
IN MY OPINION
Supplements
How CMOs/CDMOs can Add Value for Pharma Companies
Ozgur Akbulut, Director - Global Divestments and Contract Manufacturing Lead, Takeda
LAST WORD
CDMO
New Product Liability Directive in Europe: Implications for the Pharmaceutical Industry
Xavier Salas, Head of Legal, Compliance and GRC, Neuraxpharm
IN FOCUS
Next-Generation Chromatography Resins Driving Europe's Biopharmaceutical Revolution
Europe’s biopharma sector is advancing with highly engineered chromatography resins that offer improved selectivity, speed, and digital integration for efficient purification in modern therapeutic manufacturing.
The Rise of Circular and Low-Carbon Pharmaceutical Logistics in UK
Sustainability is transforming pharma logistics through circular packaging, green transport, digital integration, and strict ESG regulations, establishing transparency, accountability, and carbon-reduction standards as industry norms.
EDITORIAL
Advancing Precision-led Innovation in Pharmaceuticals
Companies are shifting toward bioavailable, fast-absorbing nutraceutical formulations that deliver higher efficacy than traditional pills or powders. AI-led formulation design and digital quality monitoring are helping optimize taste, shelf life and regulatory compliance across European markets.
Innovations in viral and non-viral vectors are enabling targeted gene therapy medicines to reach specific tissues with greater accuracy and reduced side effects. Automated bioprocessing platforms and real-time analytics are improving safety and cost efficiency as gene therapies move from research to commercial-scale production. Alongside, next-gen chromatography resins are redefining bioprocess purification with sustainability-focused resin design that results in lower buffer consumption and longer lifecycles.
Supporting these scientific advancements is the rapid evolution of pharmaceuticals logistics. As therapies become more complex and temperature-sensitive, logistics providers are deploying GDP-compliant cold chain networks, real-time shipment monitoring and AI-enabled route optimization to ensure product integrity from manufacturing sites to patients.
This edition of Life Sciences Review Europe brings recent developments in the liquid nutraceuticals, targeted gene therapy medicines, chromatography resins and pharmaceuticals logistics arena.
It features thought leadership articles from industry experts propelling the life sciences sector. Featured leaders include Nicholas Smalley, vice president of regulatory affairs at Kindeva Drug Delivery, who discusses strategies for unlocking the regulatory pathway in drug development. Piero Rijli, corporate director of regulatory activities and market access at MENARINI Group, shares insights into the value of new antibiotics in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.
We hope this edition gives you deep insights into the ways top leaders in liquid nutraceuticals, targeted gene therapy, next-gen chromatography resins and pharma logistics are shaping the life sciences scene in Europe.


