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Irish Goods Exports Surge 27.8% in September as Pharma Dominates US Trade

Author: The Irish Times

Irish goods exports surged 27.8% in September, driven by pharmaceutical growth and soaring US demand, reinforcing Ireland’s strong trade surplus, export resilience, and rising dependence on chemicals and medical products.

Eli Lilly reaches the trillion dollar milestone as weight loss drugs reshape pharma

Author: ALJAZEERA

Eli Lilly becomes the first drugmaker worth $1 trillion as surging demand for obesity drugs fuels record revenue, rapid stock gains, and industry-leading growth driven by Mounjaro, Zepbound, and upcoming GLP-1 innovations.

UK medicines manufacturing secures major £54m sustainability uplift

Author: European Pharmaceutical Review

UK medicines manufacturing receives a £54m sustainability investment through Innovate UK’s SMMIP, funding R&D projects focused on automation, digitalisation and greener production, with CPI and major pharma partners driving efficiency, competitiveness and decarbonisation efforts.

Citadel reveals strategic positions in Avadel Pharmaceuticals amid takeover-watch conditions

Author: Investing.com

Citadel Group disclosed a 1.64% stake and 1.13% short position in Avadel Pharmaceuticals, detailing share trades and extensive options holdings in a mandatory Form 8.3 filing under Irish Takeover Panel rules.

EmpowHER: Women Driving Change and Innovation at SGS Pharma

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Women at SGS are leading the way in pharmaceutical innovation, combining expertise, leadership, and collaboration to shape the future of the life sciences industry. At SGS Pharma, diversity and inclusion are more than guiding principles, they are drivers of scientific excellence.

Bristol Myers Squibb Wins Pharma Industry Company of the Year at the Pharma Industry Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Bristol Myers Squibb was named Pharma Industry Company of the Year at the recently concluded Pharma Industry Awards 2025, setting benchmarks for innovation and inspiring entries for 2026.

Transforming Pharma

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The pharma and life sciences sector is undergoing accelerated transformation, driven by scientific progress, shifting markets and a renewed focus on equitable innovation. This edition reflects that momentum, highlighting how leading organisations are redefining their roles within a fast-changing landscape. First, the recognition of ‘Bristol Myers Squibb Wins Pharma Industry Company of the Year at the Pharma Industry Awards 2025’ underscores a sector raising its performance standards. The accolade shows how strategic investment, pipeline development and operational discipline are reinforcing long-term competitiveness. Market dynamics are also evolving. ‘Eli Lilly reaches the trillion dollar milestone as weight loss drugs reshape pharma’ signals how breakthrough treatments are recalibrating valuation models and reshaping expectations for innovation and commercial agility. Workplace leadership continues to shift. ‘EmpowHER: Women Driving Change and Innovation at SGS Pharma’ demonstrates how talent diversification is becoming essential to organisational strength. Inclusive leadership is broadening the industry's capacity to respond to complex health needs. Each piece in this edition traces a sector redefining its direction while keeping sight of sustainable, patient-centred progress. Readers are encouraged to explore these developments for deeper insight into the forces shaping pharma’s future.

Irish Life Sciences and Health Tech sector hits decade-high funding record

Author: Digital Health

Irish life sciences and health tech companies hit a decade-high €491.3m in 2024 across 89 VC deals, with FIRE1 leading late-stage funding and Enterprise Ireland driving innovation.

Irish Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology sector accelerates digital transformation and tech hiring

Author: University of Strathclyde Glasgow

Ireland’s pharma and biotech sector employs 8,200 tech professionals, with AI, digital therapeutics, and regulatory technology driving growth, high salaries, and strong investment, positioning the country as a European life sciences hub.

Frankfurt Airport strengthens global Pharma logistics through Pharma.Aero partnership

Author: Logistics Update Africa

Frankfurt Airport joins Pharma.Aero, enhancing global pharma logistics with expertise in temperature-sensitive cargo, strengthening supply chains, collaboration, and innovation to ensure reliable, high-quality transportation of life-saving healthcare products.

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