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Biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) NorthX Biologics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Magnus Gustafsson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

Magnus brings an exceptional wealth of experience from global roles across the pharma, biotech and CDMO industries. His proven expertise in building and leading commercial teams will be vital as NorthX expands its reach, particularly in new markets like North America.

Magnus holds an MSc in biotechnology from the Royal Institute of Technology, a PhD in Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics from Karolinska Institute and an MBA from Stockholm Business School.

Janet Hoogstraate, CEO NorthX Biologics comments: “I am delighted to welcome Magnus to the team as we continue our growth journey. His impressive credentials and experience will be invaluable to both the leadership team and the business.”

Magnus Gustafsson adds: “NorthX Biologics offers an impressive range of services, from microbial and mammalian recombinant proteins to viral products, mRNA, plasmids, cell therapy, and exosomes. The company’s reputation as a trusted partner, with satisfied clients and expert staff, makes it an exciting time to join. I look forward to working with the team to support our clients in delivering life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.”

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Lipum AB (Publ), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specialized in discovery and development of a novel treatment for chronic inflammatory diseases today announces that
it has entered into a manufacturing alliance with NorthX Biologics AB, a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO).

Under this agreement NorthX will manufacture Lipum´s lead asset, SOL-116, a humanized antibody, for use in a phase II clinical trial. SOL-116 is transferred from the current manufacturer to NorthX which will lead to cost and time savings with high quality.

Ola Sandborgh, CEO of Lipum said “We are delighted to be partnering with NorthX and it represents an important step as we move forward into our phase II trial. NorthX´s capabilities are a great fit and provide a cost effective one-stop-shop for both drug substance and sterile fill finish drug product. I am very much looking forward to the collaboration and bringing this therapy a step closer to patients”. Janet Hoogstraate, CEO of NorthX Biologics added “We are excited to be working on SOL-116 and look forward to adding our expertise and experience in the GMP manufacture of advanced biologics to the ultimate benefit of patients”.

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MATFORS, Sweden, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)

NorthX Biologics AB, a pioneer in biopharmaceutical innovation, is excited to announce the launch of its proprietary plasmids for the efficient manufacture of AAV (Adeno-Associated Virus) vectors for gene therapy. This strategic expansion complements NorthX’s existing GMP and non-GMP plasmid and viral vector production capabilities, allowing the company to offer end-to-end support to gene therapy companies, from sequence design to the final release of AAV gene therapy product.

NorthX’s new proprietary AAV plasmids represent a significant extension of NorthX service offering within gene therapy. The company’s commitment to innovation and excellence is evident in this new offering, which is designed to streamline the production process and accelerate the development of life-changing therapies.

In addition to the proprietary AAV plasmids, NorthX Biologics AB has recently acquired a viral vector manufacturing site in Stockholm, further enhancing its capabilities in the gene therapy space. This acquisition allows NorthX to provide a seamless offering, from sequence design to the final fill of gene therapy products utilizing AAV technology, all under one roof.

“At NorthX Biologics AB, we are dedicated to the development of more efficient and cost-effective manufacturing options for advanced therapies,” said Ola Tuvesson, Chief Technology Officer at NorthX Biologics AB. “The launch of our proprietary AAV plasmids and the acquisition of the viral vector manufacturing site in Stockholm represent significant milestones in our mission to support the development of transformative gene therapies. We are excited to partner with gene therapy companies on their journey from concept to commercialization.”

NorthX Biologics AB is committed to driving innovation in biopharmaceuticals, and this latest development underscores the company’s dedication to advancing gene therapy solutions. The proprietary AAV plasmids will play a crucial role in accelerating the development of AAV-based gene therapies and addressing unmet medical needs.

Event summary: The future of advanced biologics

On 26-28 September NorthX successfully arranged the conference ”the future of advanced biologics” where over 100 front-runners from the life science field were invited to participate in workshops, dinners, networking, talks and panel-sessions. Some the most prominent attendees were representatives from BioNtech, Moderna and Cytiva (to name a few).

During the conference minster Ebba Busch inaugurated our new innovation hub which have taken over 20 months to build. The hub partly funded by Swedish Vinnova will be a huge step forward in our mission to drive innovation and novel type of research to ultimately bring life saving therapies to patients.

Matfors, Sweden (September 28 2023)

NorthX Biologics AB (“NorthX”) is proud to announce the official inauguration of its state-of-the-art Innovation Hub at the Matfors facility. This significant milestone marks a major step forward in NorthX’s commitment to the field of advanced therapies in Sweden. The Innovation Hub, co-funded by the Swedish Government, is poised to enhance the country’s infrastructure for cutting-edge therapies and accelerate innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector.

The Innovation Hub represents NorthX’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of biotechnology by fostering collaboration, research, and development in advanced therapies. With a focus on manufacturing of advanced biologics including Vaccine, Cell and Gene therapies, the Innovation Hub is set to become a catalyst for breakthroughs in medical science. This facility supplements NorthX’s existing expertise in Plasmid and Protein manufacturing by adding mRNA services, reinforcing the company’s position as a comprehensive solution provider in the biopharmaceutical industry.

NorthX has experienced rapid growth, expanding its portfolio to encompass a wide range of services that cater to the evolving needs of the industry. The addition of the Matfors Innovation Hub, combined with the recent acquisition of a site in Stockholm, with state-of-the-art facilities and expertise for GMP biomanufacturing through mammalian cell culture processes, further solidifies NorthX’s commitment to advancing life-changing therapies.

“We are thrilled to unveil the Innovation Hub at our Matfors facility and it represents our dedication to driving innovation and progress in the field of biopharmaceuticals” said Janet Hoogstraate, CEO of NorthX Biologics AB. “This hub stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of NorthX and the Swedish Government, as well as our ongoing commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions to our partners and clients for bringing new therapies to patients.”

NorthX Biologics AB extends its gratitude to all stakeholders, partners, and employees who have contributed to the realization of the Innovation Hub. The facility represents a shared vision of advancing science and medicine to improve the lives of patients worldwide.

We are announcing the appointment of a new CEO Dr. Janet Hoogstraate. Janet is a distinguished leader within the biopharmaceutical sector and this move follows the company’s strategic merger with Valneva Sweden’s Clinical Trial Manufacturing Unit.

Janet will succeed Helena Strigård who in a short time navigated NorthX through several important milestones, including global promotion of NorthX’ services and the recent merger.

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NorthX Biologics, a leading Nordic development and manufacturing organisation announces acquisition of a biologics manufacturing unit from Valneva

MATFORS, Sweden, July 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)

NorthX Biologics (‘NorthX’), a leading Nordic development and manufacturing organisation with a focus on advanced biologics, CGT (cell and gene therapy) and vaccines, announced today the successful acquisition of the Stockholm-based Clinical Trial Manufacturing unit from Valneva Sweden, significantly expanding capabilities.

The acquisition includes the transfer of a multi-purpose facility, situated in the Stockholm life science cluster, close to Karolinska University Hospital. In addition, 30 staff members who currently operate the facility will also join NorthX. The site and staff have a long history with extensive experience of serving both Valneva internally and also working with external customers on a contract development and manufacturing basis. With expertise in mammalian expression systems and viral vectors, the capabilities complement those of NorthX’s existing business of advanced microbial based manufacturing of proteins and plasmid DNA. The acquired unit excels in process development, scale up, GMP production, quality control analytics, and quality assurance/release and is capable of working with Biosafety Level (BSL) 2/2+ and BSL 3 organisms. With this expansion, NorthX enhances its capabilities and can offer comprehensive services to a wider range of clients globally.

Janet Hoogstraate, currently Managing Director of Valneva Sweden, will join the NorthX team. She commented, “I am very proud when looking back at what we have achieved within the unit over the past years and look forward with great enthusiasm to build on NorthX’s position as the go-to manufacturer of advanced biologics in Northern Europe.”

Helena Strigård, CEO of NorthX, said, “We are delighted to join forces with our new colleagues in Stockholm to bring new innovative treatments to tomorrow’s patients.”

Thomas Eldered, Chairman of NorthX, commented, “This strategic move marks a significant milestone in our growth journey and strengthens NorthX as Sweden’s Innovation Hub. We are now able to work with ATMPs and advanced biologics, including process development and manufacture for clinical trials and commercial requirements.”

A new DNA-based vaccine against covid-19 is being tested for the first time on healthy participants at Karolinska University Hospital. The vaccine has been developed at Karolinska Institutet and target multiple parts of the virus, making it less vulnerable to mutated strains and potentially effective against new variants.

“This vaccine makes the immune system’s reaction more similar to what it looks like in the event of a real infection compared to today’s vaccines. We hope that it will produce a broader immune response, which can be helpful for people who have difficulty forming antibodies due to, for example, being on dialysis or taking drugs that are immunosuppressive,” says Matti Sällberg, Professor in Biomedical Analysis at at Karolinska Institutet.

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