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Future-proofing pharma QC: Navigating regulations and testing in 2026
Future‑proof your QC in 2026 with advanced analytics, robust validation, and ALCOA+ data integrity. Learn how to meet tougher FDA/EMA/ICH expectations, modernise lab workflows, and turn digital evidence into faster, cleaner approvals—powered by practical insights and Labotec solutions.
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Repel-O-Tex Crystal Premium: Cold wash stain removal
Meet Repel-O-Tex Crystal Premium from Syensqo—a biodegradable soil-release polymer that delivers standout stain removal in cold, short wash cycles. Engineered for liquid and pouch detergents, it boosts cleaning by 30%+, protects fabrics from greying and grease, and supports energy-saving, sustainable formulas.
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South Africa API Innovation Cluster Phase 2 launch
South Africa has launched Phase 2 of the CSIR-led API Innovation Cluster, backed by DSTI and TIA, to cut medicine imports and boost local resilience. Discover how a national network and CSIR’s FuturePHARMA and CPT Pharma API+ labs will speed small‑molecule APIs from lab to market.
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Düllberg Konzentra the meister perfumers
Discover how Düllberg Konzentra blends German craft with modern innovation to create distinctive fragrance solutions for beauty and home care. Explore their artistry, sustainable sourcing, and turnkey support that help brands move from concept to market with confidence.
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Vytrus Biotech pushes boundaries in regenerative skincare
Discover how Vytrus Biotech is redefining regenerative skincare with next‑gen actives born from advanced plant biotechnology. Explore the science, performance data, and what this breakthrough means for formulators seeking efficacy, sustainability, and differentiation.
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Security, sustainability, innovation: the triple advantage
For over 25 years, KwaZulu-Natal-based VR Print has been transforming the pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging landscape with its specialised label solutions. What began as a high-performance printing operation has evolved into an industry leading supplier that’s reshaping how brands communicate with consumers.
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Strategic investment for PRIME
In a bold move that underscores its market leading position as a TPCM, PRIME has significantly expanded its production capabilities with the acquisition of a state-of-the-art tube filling machine, the NORDEN 602, as showcased at Propak Africa.
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Aptar e-commerce closures: Packaging for online sales
Aptar Closures launches e-commerce-ready caps—Embrace, E‑Simplicity, Future Disc Top and E‑Disc Top—built for beauty, personal and home care. All pass Amazon ISTA‑6 for parcel protection and offer PCR and mono‑PE options for recyclability. See how integrated protection and sustainability boost delivery‑ready performance.
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Innovative nail base coat with care: Color Fuse Vita’Serum by FIABILA
Discover FIABILA’s Color Fuse Vita’Serum, a next‑gen nail base coat that fuses standout colour performance with targeted care. With AHAs, hexanal, a plant‑based keratin complex and a 1.2% vitamin active blend, its Stick’N’Grip bonds instantly—no drying time—strengthening, nourishing and boosting polish adhesion and wear.
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Propak West Africa 2026: Premier packaging event
Join West Africa’s premier packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food-processing event at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, 8–10 September 2026. See cutting-edge machinery and materials, compare solutions side by side, and connect with technical experts to boost productivity, efficiency and sustainability.
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Once-monthly oral HIV PrEP: MSD partners with Aspen for LMIC access
MSD has tapped South Africa’s Aspen to help deliver alimatravir, an investigational once‑monthly oral HIV PrEP, via royalty‑free, non‑exclusive licenses across 129 low‑ and middle‑income countries—pending trials and approvals. With 1.2m new infections in 2025 and PrEP uptake lagging, see how access could scale fast.
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BASF expands sustainable emollient production in Düsseldorf
BASF has inaugurated a state‑of‑the‑art plant in Düsseldorf to expand sustainable emollient production for skin and sun care—the site’s largest investment in a decade. Learn how renewable‑based emollients improve moisture retention and sensory feel, helping brands deliver eco‑friendly formulations for Europe and global markets.
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BASF partners with Brenntag on distribution of cleaning solutions
BASF has teamed up with Brenntag to distribute advanced cleaning solutions across South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia. The partnership brings BASF’s surfactant systems and laundry-care actives to Home Care and I&I formulators, boosting grease removal, stability and fabric/colour protection.
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Reverse osmosis water treatment solutions for South African industry
South African industries are turning to containerised reverse osmosis to beat water scarcity, rising costs and quality risks. Discover how G-Chem Aquacare, with Aquatreat Technologies, delivers tailored RO for boiler make-up, pharma process water, boreholes and reuse—cutting effluent, boosting reliability and sustainability.
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Revolutionise traceability and engagement with smart packaging
Revolutionise traceability and customer trust with smart packaging that blends physical materials and digital IDs. See how active solutions extend shelf life while connected tech—QR, RFID, NFC—unlocks real-time provenance, compliance, and two-way engagement, and why EPR and recycled-content rules are speeding adoption.
