Latest Contract Manufacturing News

IDT Australia has signed a memorandum with NASDAQ-listed Gelteq to establish a dedicated gel-based product manufacturing facility, marking a strategic expansion in pharmaceutical delivery technologies.

DroneShield is investing $13 million to significantly expand its R&D and manufacturing footprint, aiming to boost annual production capacity nearly fivefold by the end of 2026.

Bioxyne Limited's subsidiary Breathe Life Sciences has achieved key GMP certifications across multiple international markets, paving the way for expanded operations in Europe, the UK, Canada, and Singapore. The company signals strong growth prospects for FY2026, with formal guidance expected in August.

Cleo Diagnostics has completed alpha testing of its ovarian cancer pre-surgical triage assay kits, confirming robust performance and differentiation between benign and malignant disease. The company now moves forward to assay optimisation and manufacturing scale-up, edging closer to FDA submission and commercial launch.

Austco Healthcare has renewed its preferred supplier agreement with a major US healthcare provider, continuing supply of its Tacera nurse call systems to 180 hospitals across 30 states. This extension builds on a lucrative five-year partnership worth over A$49 million.

Tissue Repair Limited reports progress in its Phase 3 clinical trials for TR987® despite enrollment delays caused by US regulatory disruptions, while TR Pro+® sales hit record highs and manufacturing scale-up advances.

Actinogen Medical advances its XanaMIA phase 2b/3 Alzheimer’s trial with faster patient enrolment and expands clinical sites, while achieving a pivotal FDA meeting outcome for its depression program. The company maintains a strong cash position, supporting ongoing development and commercialization efforts.

BirdDog Technology reported a slight 4.1% decline in Q3 FY25 sales to A$3.6 million while progressing strongly on its next-generation product roadmap and implementing significant cost reductions.

IDT Australia reports a robust 30% jump in quarterly revenue to $4.1 million, driven by strong contract wins and a $62 million pipeline of open proposals, signaling sustained growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Cleo Diagnostics reports steady progress in its U.S. and Australian clinical trials for an ovarian cancer blood test, maintaining a solid cash reserve of A$7.3 million as it prepares for FDA submission.

Cann Group Limited reported a positive operating cash flow for Q2 2024, driven by an R&D tax credit refund, while ramping up production and navigating pricing pressures in the medicinal cannabis market.

Lumos Diagnostics reported a robust Q2 FY25 with a 71% revenue increase to US$2.9 million, driven by strong product and service sales, alongside a strategic US$3 million BARDA partnership to advance its FebriDx test.