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Investments

9

Portfolio Exits

8

Partners & Customers

10

About Lonza Group

Lonza Group (SIX: LONN) (SGX: O6Z) is a chemicals and biotechnology company that provides product development services to the pharmaceutical and biologics industries, including organic, fine, and performance chemicals. It was founded in 1897 and is based in Basel, Switzerland.

Headquarters Location

Muenchensteinerstrasse 38

Basel, CH-4002,

Switzerland

+41 61 316 81 11

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Latest Lonza Group News

Rising Number of Clinical Trials Drives Growth in the Antibody Contract Manufacturing Market

Nov 28, 2023

News provided by Share this article Share toX The global antibody contract manufacturing market is set to experience significant growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.82% from 2022 to 2023, and reaching $12.84 billion in 2023. Furthermore, the market is projected to expand to $21.79 billion by 2027 at a CAGR of 14.13%. Key Market Drivers: The primary driver of growth in the antibody contract manufacturing market is the increasing number of clinical trials. Clinical trials play a crucial role in evaluating the safety and efficacy of new medical treatments and diagnostic procedures. With the rising number of clinical trials involving antibody-based therapeutics and diagnostics, the demand for high-quality antibodies for timely and compliant supply in clinical trials is on the rise. Clinical Trials on the Rise: According to data from ClinicalTrials.gov, the number of registered clinical trial studies increased significantly from 399,499 in 2022 to 437,533 in 2023. Moreover, approximately 53% of these studies were registered outside the United States, indicating the global nature of clinical trials. The surge in clinical trials is contributing to the growth of the antibody contract manufacturing market. Technological Advancements: Technological advancements are a notable trend in the antibody contract manufacturing market. Leading companies in the market are adopting new technologies to maintain their competitive edge. For instance, Merck KGaA introduced ChetoSensar, an innovative technology addressing solubility challenges in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Such advancements enhance the effectiveness of high-potency active pharmaceutical ingredients (HPAPIs) by improving solubility, thus driving market growth. Regional Market Insights: North America was the largest region in the antibody contract manufacturing market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to exhibit the fastest growth in the coming years, highlighting the region's potential for market expansion. Key Players: Major players in the antibody contract manufacturing market include AbbVie Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Lonza Group AG, and many others. These companies are actively involved in technological innovations and business strategies to maintain their market positions. The report covers various aspects of the antibody contract manufacturing market, including product types (monoclonal antibodies, polyclonal antibodies, and others), source (mammalian and microbial), scale of operation (preclinical, clinical, and commercial), end-users (biopharmaceutical companies, research laboratories, and others), and geographical regions (Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa). In conclusion, the antibody contract manufacturing market is experiencing robust growth due to the increasing number of clinical trials and technological advancements. North America currently leads the market, but Asia-Pacific is poised for rapid growth. Major players in the market continue to innovate and expand their presence, ensuring a competitive landscape. Company Profiles:

Lonza Group Investments

9 Investments

Lonza Group has made 9 investments. Their latest investment was in Indapta Therapeutics as part of their Series A on February 2, 2022.

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Lonza Group Investments Activity

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Round

Company

Amount

New?

Co-Investors

Sources

2/10/2022

Series A

Indapta Therapeutics

$50M

Yes

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5/3/2021

Series B

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$99M

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10

4/15/2020

Series A

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3/27/2020

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1/13/2018

Corporate Minority

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Date

2/10/2022

5/3/2021

4/15/2020

3/27/2020

1/13/2018

Round

Series A

Series B

Series A

Series A

Corporate Minority

Company

Indapta Therapeutics

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$50M

$99M

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New?

Yes

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Lonza Group Portfolio Exits

8 Portfolio Exits

Lonza Group has 8 portfolio exits. Their latest portfolio exit was CleanSlate UV on June 07, 2023.

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Exit

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Acquirer

Sources

6/7/2023

Acquired

$99M

1

4/5/2022

Divestiture

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2/8/2021

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3/1/2019

Divestiture

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4/5/2018

Acquired

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Date

6/7/2023

4/5/2022

2/8/2021

3/1/2019

4/5/2018

Exit

Acquired

Divestiture

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Acquired

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Lonza Group Acquisitions

12 Acquisitions

Lonza Group acquired 12 companies. Their latest acquisition was SynAffix on June 01, 2023.

Date

Investment Stage

Companies

Valuation
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Total Funding

Note

Sources

6/1/2023

Series A

$99M

$2.6M

Acquired

8

11/3/2021

$99M

Acquired Unit

3

10/31/2018

$99M

Corporate Majority

1

8/4/2017

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5/31/2017

Seed / Angel

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Date

6/1/2023

11/3/2021

10/31/2018

8/4/2017

5/31/2017

Investment Stage

Series A

Seed / Angel

Companies

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Valuation

$99M

$99M

$99M

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$99M

Total Funding

$2.6M

$99M

Note

Acquired

Acquired Unit

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Lonza Group Partners & Customers

10 Partners and customers

Lonza Group has 10 strategic partners and customers. Lonza Group recently partnered with Vaxcyte on October 10, 2023.

Date

Type

Business Partner

Country

News Snippet

Sources

10/16/2023

Client

United States

Vaxcyte and Lonza Expand Collaboration for Global Commercial Manufacturing of Broad-Spectrum Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines (PCVs)

16 , 2023 -- Vaxcyte , Inc. , a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases , and Lonza Group Ltd , a global manufacturing partner to the pharmaceutical , biotech and nutraceutical markets , today announced the companies have entered into a new commercial manufacturing agreement .

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6/26/2023

Partner

United States

Vertex and Lonza to Build Dedicated Manufacturing Facility for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Cell Therapies

Under the terms of the collaboration , Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Lonza will partner in the process development and scale-up for the manufacturing of the product portfolio and co-invest to build a dedicated new facility in Portsmouth , New Hampshire .

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4/4/2023

Licensee

South Korea

Lonza, ABL Bio Partner to Develop and Manufacture Bispecific Antibody Product

Lonza , a global development and manufacturing partner to the pharma , biotech and nutrition industries , entered into an agreement with ABL Bio , a Korean biologics company with a focus on bispecific antibodies for immuno-oncology and neurodegenerative diseases .

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3/17/2023

Partner

United Kingdom

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3/10/2023

Licensor

Sweden

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Date

10/16/2023

6/26/2023

4/4/2023

3/17/2023

3/10/2023

Type

Client

Partner

Licensee

Partner

Licensor

Business Partner

Country

United States

United States

South Korea

United Kingdom

Sweden

News Snippet

Vaxcyte and Lonza Expand Collaboration for Global Commercial Manufacturing of Broad-Spectrum Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines (PCVs)

16 , 2023 -- Vaxcyte , Inc. , a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases , and Lonza Group Ltd , a global manufacturing partner to the pharmaceutical , biotech and nutraceutical markets , today announced the companies have entered into a new commercial manufacturing agreement .

Vertex and Lonza to Build Dedicated Manufacturing Facility for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Cell Therapies

Under the terms of the collaboration , Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Lonza will partner in the process development and scale-up for the manufacturing of the product portfolio and co-invest to build a dedicated new facility in Portsmouth , New Hampshire .

Lonza, ABL Bio Partner to Develop and Manufacture Bispecific Antibody Product

Lonza , a global development and manufacturing partner to the pharma , biotech and nutrition industries , entered into an agreement with ABL Bio , a Korean biologics company with a focus on bispecific antibodies for immuno-oncology and neurodegenerative diseases .

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Lonza Group Team

20 Team Members

Lonza Group has 20 team members, including current Managing Director, Paul Granberry.

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Work History

Title

Status

Paul Granberry

Managing Director

Current

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Paul Granberry

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