Manufacturing & Bioprocessing - software & AI news

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A Crēdo Vault shipper on a concrete floor with ice packs around it in a dimly lit warehouse.

Jul 28, 2026

Peli BioThermal, PAXAFE Partnership Signals AI-Powered Cold Chain Future

Peli BioThermal and PAXAFE have formed a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing the pharmaceutical cold chain through AI-driven digital monitoring and predictive analytics. Announced on July 28, this partnership illustrates a significant trend where physical packaging and real-time intelligence are increasingly integrated into a cohesive offering, rather than functioning as separate components.The collaboration merges Peli BioThermal's packaging solutions, such as the Crēdo Vault and CrēdoG
A minimalist illustration of a cardboard box with a barcode, symbolizing pharmaceutical supply chain management.

Jul 28, 2026

Pharma Supply Chain Digitalization Market to Reach USD 2.1

The Pharma Supply Chain Digitalization Market is projected to grow from USD 0.9 billion in 2025 to USD 2.1 billion by 2035, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%.This growth is primarily driven by the increasing demand for enhanced supply chain visibility, compliance with regulatory standards, and efficient inventory management within the pharmaceutical sector. Key players in the industry, including pharmaceutical manufacturers and logistics providers, are increasingly adopting
A minimalist illustration of a camera in a sterile setting, representing AI technology in production.

Jul 28, 2026

Steriline Launches AI Tools for Sterile Fill-Finish Lines

Steriline is advancing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in sterile fill-finish lines with the introduction of two innovative technologies: OmniAI Vision and OptiLAIN. These tools aim to enhance production efficiency and reduce operator involvement in compliance with industry guidelines.OmniAI Vision is designed for image analysis, utilizing strategically placed cameras to gather and process visual data in real time. This method minimizes the need for multiple devices within critic
A pharmaceutical vial on a stainless steel surface in a manufacturing facility.

Jul 26, 2026

TELEO Acquires SmartFactory Rx: Pharma Automation Impact

TELEO Capital Management has acquired SmartFactory Rx, now rebranded as Modersys, focusing on operational intelligence software for the life sciences sector.This acquisition marks a significant transition from a large industrial technology firm, Applied Materials, to a private equity-backed company with a specialized focus on pharmaceuticals and nutritional manufacturing. The change in ownership is poised to allow for more targeted investments in product development, but customers should approac
A vaccine vial on a filling station in a pharmaceutical setting.

Jul 22, 2026

Single Use Support speeds design cycle for pharma

Siemens' collaboration with Single Use Support is revolutionizing the pharmaceutical design cycle through innovative technologies aimed at enhancing efficiency in handling sensitive liquids like vaccines.Single Use Support, which operates in Austria and the USA, specializes in single-use technologies for the pharmaceutical sector, focusing on the filling, freezing, storing, and transporting of liquid medicines. By integrating Siemens Xcelerator, particularly Designcenter™ and Teamcenter®, the co
A minimalist illustration of a pill and a data stream in a dark palette.

Jul 18, 2026

HRV Pharma Introduces RIKO™, India’s first AI-Native Pharmaceutical Operating System

HRV Pharma has launched RIKO™, an innovative AI-native pharmaceutical operating system designed to enhance decision-making across the pharmaceutical value chain.RIKO™ leverages seven years of HRV Pharma's operational experience and institutional knowledge, differentiating itself from traditional AI by utilizing real-world data rather than solely public information. This self-learning system employs ten federated reasoning models that continuously adapt, enabling it to predict risks and identify
A glass vial with a drug compound in a manufacturing facility

Jul 18, 2026

Bora and Insilico’s $2.5B AI Powered Manufacturing Alliance - and What Maryland Adds to the Equation

Bora Pharmaceuticals and Insilico Medicine have formed a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing drug development through an AI-integrated approach, with a potential value exceeding $2.5 billion.The partnership combines Insilico’s Pharma.AI platform with Bora’s manufacturing capabilities, creating a seamless flow from drug discovery to market execution. This integration is designed to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve reliability for Bora's contract development and manufacturing
A vial of liquid on a workbench in a pharmaceutical lab

Jul 17, 2026

Katalyze AI Raises $10.5M to Bring Agentic AI Systems to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Katalyze AI has successfully secured $10.5 million in seed funding aimed at developing an advanced operating system designed specifically for pharmaceutical manufacturing.This San Francisco-based startup, founded by Reza Farahani and others, focuses on creating specialized AI agents that leverage verified operational data, distinguishing itself from traditional general-purpose AI models. Their innovative platform is engineered to integrate various data sources, including Manufacturing Execution
A green plant specimen in a dimly lit laboratory setting, symbolizing sustainable practices in green pharma.

Jul 16, 2026

Telangana, Microsoft, Join Hands for Green Pharma AI Centre

The Telangana government has announced a collaboration with Microsoft and other organizations to establish a Green Skills and Applied AI Centre of Excellence (CoE) focused on Green Pharma in Hyderabad.Set to be operational by August 2026, this initiative aims to equip the youth with skills that merge artificial intelligence with sustainable manufacturing practices, thereby bolstering the state's life sciences and green manufacturing sectors. The project aligns with Telangana's Next-Generation Li
A minimalist illustration of a test tube and an AI chip in a dark palette.

Jul 16, 2026

BioBuzz Awarded State Grant to Launch AI-GMP Training Accelerator for Maryland's Biotech Workforce

BioBuzz Networks has been awarded a grant to establish an AI-GMP Training Accelerator, aimed at enhancing the skills of Maryland's biotech workforce as part of the state’s broader initiative to integrate AI into regulated industries.The Maryland Lighthouse Industries Upskilling and Reskilling Program, backed by a $1.23 million investment, will enable BioBuzz to train nearly 600 workers in the life sciences sector. This program focuses on upskilling existing employees at biotech development and m
A minimalist illustration of a bioreactor representing biomanufacturing.

Jul 15, 2026

Europe widens biomanufacturing gap between EU and US

A recent report from GlobalData highlights a significant widening of the biomanufacturing gap between the US and the EU, with European facilities increasingly favored for drug manufacturing contracts. The analysis indicates that over 50% of new drugs in 2025 were associated with European manufacturing sites, a notable increase from just 25% in 2023. In contrast, the US's share of newly approved drug contracts has stagnated at approximately 18% since 2024. This trend reflects a strategic shift in
A minimalist illustration of a pill and a factory, symbolizing pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Jul 15, 2026

Generative AI Moves From Drug Discovery to Drug Factories in $2.5B Bora Deal

Insilico Medicine and Bora Pharmaceuticals have formed a strategic alliance to integrate generative AI technologies into pharmaceutical manufacturing, potentially valued at over $2.5 billion. This partnership aims to extend AI's role, which has predominantly been in drug discovery, into the more complex realm of drug production.The collaboration focuses on leveraging Insilico's AI platforms, PandaOmics and Chemistry42, which have been instrumental in identifying drug targets and designing molecu