India’s PharmNXT Biotech targets the global bioprocessing market with cost-effective innovation

As global demand for biologics rises, pharmaceutical manufacturing is undergoing a structural shift. Biologic drugs, including monoclonal antibodies, vaccines, and advanced therapies, are expected to account for nearly 35–40 percent of the global pharmaceuticals market by 2030, according to IQVIA. At the same time, rising costs in the United States and Europe, along with supply disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic, have accelerated the need for more diversified and resilient manufacturing ecosystems.

How Emerging Biotech Startups Reshaping the Bioprocessing Future

In an interaction with Thiruamuthan, Assistant Editor of India Pharma Outlook, Ankush Kapoor, Founder & CEO of PharmNXT Biotech, discusses how India’s biotech ecosystem is redefining bioprocessing through Single-Use Technologies, Defined Tubing Routing, and digital innovation. These advancements are enhancing scalability, sustainability, and compliance while significantly reducing energy, water use, and contamination risks. Startups are increasingly adopting modular, AI-driven, and continuous systems to overcome resource constraints, advance cell and gene therapy production, and position India as a global hub for efficient, sustainable, and technologically advanced biomanufacturing.

PharmNXT Acquires DTR to Bring European Bioprocess Manufacturing Expertise to India

In a major boost to India’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing landscape, Pune-based startup PharmNXT Biotech has acquired Ireland-based Defined Tubing Routing (DTR), a globally recognised innovator in advanced bioprocess tubing solutions. The strategic acquisition gives PharmNXT direct access to cutting-edge technology in single-use systems, significantly enhancing its ability to deliver customised, high-compliance solutions for pharmaceutical and biopharma clients.

PharmNXT acquires DTR, brings European bioprocess engineering to India

PharmNXT Biotech has acquired Defined Tubing Routing (DTR), a player from Ireland, working in advanced bioprocess tubing solutions. This move enables PharmNXT to access technology solutions related to single-use systems. With the addition of DTR’s modular tubing systems, capable of supporting bioprocess volumes from 20 L to 500 L and custom spans up to 2.9 meters, PharmNXT expands its engineering capabilities, faster turnaround, enhanced customisation, and stronger compliance.

PharmNXT brings European Bioprocess Engineering to India with strategic acquisition of DTR

This move enables PharmNXT to access technology solutions related to single-use systems, strengthening its capacity to serve pharmaceutical and biopharma clients with more tailored and technically aligned offerings. With the addition of DTR’s modular tubing systems, capable of supporting bioprocess volumes from 20 L to 500 L and custom spans up to 2.9 meters, PharmNXT significantly expands its engineering capabilities, faster turnaround, enhanced customisation, and stronger compliance.