DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 22, 2025--
Uniphar, a global leader in pharmaceutical and medtech solutions has announced the launch of its 10th cell and gene therapy (CGT) project. The milestone reinforces Uniphar’s commitment to ensuring life-changing therapies reach patients worldwide, and builds on Uniphar’s established CGT expertise in therapeutic areas such as neuromuscular diseases and oncology, with a significant number of projects addressing paediatric populations.
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To date, Uniphar has developed go-to-market and clinical development strategies and facilitated access to innovative cell and gene treatments in over 50 countries, benefiting more than 600 patients.
With a strong presence in Europe and expansion into the U.S., Uniphar has made it possible to enable cell and gene entry into underserved regions, working closely with regulatory authorities, healthcare providers and logistics partners to streamline treatment delivery. However, equitable access to these therapies remains a significant hurdle.
“ The promise ofcell and gene therapies continues to grow, as does the expectations of the patient communities who may benefit. Bringing these complex therapies into new markets presents a unique set of challenges, from regulatory hurdles to complex supply chain logistics,”said Tom Smith, Strategic Director of Cell and Gene Therapies at Uniphar. “ By continuously refining our approach and building tailored and scalable infrastructure, we can ensure these breakthrough therapies reach patients worldwide as quickly and efficiently as possible, particularly in areas with a high unmet need.”
Partnering with over 200 organizations worldwide, Uniphar provides support throughout the pharmaceutical development lifecycle—from early-stage medical strategy to patient access solutions. Leveraging its extensive expertise in pharmaceutical access and distribution, Uniphar’s expanded access programmes (EAPs) have enabled pharmaceutical companies to navigate the complexities of early patient access, allowing therapies like cell and gene to reach patients before full commercial availability. Through these initiatives, Uniphar has generated approximately half a billion dollars in revenue for cell and gene pharmaceutical partners, reinforcing the sustainability of early access models. These programs also provide valuable insights for regulatory discussions, pricing negotiations, and commercial launch strategies.
As Uniphar looks ahead to 2025 and beyond, the company remains focused on enhancing its CGT platforms aligned to its wider business offering as a global leader in pharmaceutical and medtech solutions, expanding its strategic partnerships, and further refining its access solutions. With new EAPs set to launch, Uniphar continues to drive innovation in early access models, ensuring that more patients can benefit from breakthrough treatments.
The news comes after Uniphar announced its full year results for the year ending 31 December 2024, with pharma and medtech divisions delivering organic growth of 17.6% and 9.1% respectively, while supply chain and retail saw a 5.5% increase in gross profit.
For more information on Uniphar, visit https://uniphar.com/cellandgene/.
Notes to editors
CGT global outlook:
Research shows that spending on CGT has risen rapidly, reaching $5.9 billion globally in 2023—a 38% increase from 2022 i. The global CGT market was estimated at $21.28 billion in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around $117.46 billion by 2034. In the U.S., the market exceeded $10.59 billion in 2024. ii
ihttps://www.iqvia.com/insights/the-iqvia-institute/reports-and-publications/reports/strengthening-pathways-for-cell-and-gene-therapies
iihttps://www.precedenceresearch.com/cell-and-gene-therapy-market
Uniphar Secures 10th Cell and Gene Therapy Project
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Kyle Connor had a goal and two assists and the Winnipeg Jets overcame the loss of star center Mark Scheifele to beat the St. Louis Blues 5-3 on Wednesday night and take a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven first-round playoff series.
The Jets lost Scheifele after he was crushed into the boards by Brayden Schenn early in the opening period.
Vladislav Namestnikov, who replaced Scheifele on the top line, had a goal and an assist.
“When things don’t go your way, we lost (Scheifele), people have to step up. So I think as a team we stepped up today and got the win,” Namestnikov said.
Jets head coach Scott Arniel had no postgame updates on Scheifele and couldn’t say if he would make the trip to St. Louis for Game 6 on Friday.
Nino Niederreiter also had a goal and assist. Dylan DeMelo and Adam Lowry had goals while Mason Appleton had three assists.
Connor Hellebuyck made 16 saves for Winnipeg, which had top-line winger Gabriel Vilardi back in action after missing 15 games with an upper-body injury.
“Really proud of the effort,” said Lowry, who scored an empty-netter. “Sometimes when you lose your No. 1 center, you lose a key piece to your lineup there can be a bit of a sag, an emotional letdown. But you know, I thought the guys really rallied around it.”
Nathan Walker scored twice and rookie Jimmy Snuggerud also had a goal for the Blues. Jordan Binnington stopped 21 shots.
“They’re a good team, but we’ve played some good hockey at home for a couple of months now, so we’re comfortable there and fans (are) behind us,” Schenn said.
After being outscored 12-3 in two losses in St. Louis, the Jets jumped to a 1-0 lead 1:23 into the first period.
Scheifele sent the puck from behind the net out to Connor, who snapped it past Binnington.
The Blues responded when Walker stayed in front of Hellebuyck and tipped in a point shot from Colton Parayko at 3:42.
St. Louis defenseman Cam Fowler also picked up an assist, extending his point streak to five games with one goal and eight assists.
Winnipeg got the game’s first power play after Schenn crushed Scheifele. He was called for interference and then roughing after Jets forward Brandon Tanev defended his teammate.
Twenty-seven seconds after Schenn’s extra penalty expired, Niederreiter tipped in Dylan Samberg's shot at 8:39.
Both teams took four penalties, and had 17 hits each.
After the Jets only got one shot on goal in their second power play, Snuggerud scored his second goal of the playoffs with a low shot that went between Hellebuyck’s left pad and the post at 6:06.
DeMelo scored Winnipeg’s first second-period goal of the series when his point shot went off the back of Parayko and into the net at 11:05.
Connor sent a backhand pass across the front of the net to a rushing Namestnikov, who made it 4-2 with 1:09 remaining in the second.
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Winnipeg Jets' Neal Pionk (4) defends against St. Louis Blues' Oskar Sundqvist (70) in front of goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) during the third period of an NHL playoff game in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
St. Louis Blues' Nathan Walker (26) tips the puck past Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) for the goal as Nino Niederreiter (62) defends during first period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
Winnipeg Jets' Dylan DeMelo (2), Vladislav Namestnikov (7), Gabriel Vilardi (13) and Kyle Connor (81) celebrate DeMelo's goal against the St. Louis Blues during second period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
Winnipeg Jets' Nino Niederreiter (62) celebrates his goal against the St. Louis Blues during first period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
Winnipeg Jets' Morgan Barron (36) and St. Louis Blues' Robert Thomas (18) collide during first period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
Winnipeg Jets' Nino Niederreiter (62) attempts to tip the puck past St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) as Justin Faulk (72) defends during second period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
St. Louis Blues' Nathan Walker (26) celebrates his goal against Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) during first period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
St. Louis Blues' Nathan Walker (26) tips the puck past Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) for the goal as Nino Niederreiter (62) defends during first period NHL playoff action in Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)
