Hall 603, Level 6 of SUNTEC Singapore will witness one of the largest confluence of the pharmaceutical industry across Asia-Pacific during third week of April.
Organised by Reed Exhibitions and ISPE, the aim of the ISPE Singapore Conference is to advance the knowledge and competency of the pharmaceutical industry in the areas of technology, manufacturing efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Held regularly since 2000, the first edition of the ISPE Singapore Conference attrac-ted around 150 participants.Attendance grew by an average of 50 per cent through 2001 and the ISPE Singapore Conference 2002 had an attendance of 340 delegates, according to official sources.
"The conference has become the key event in the ISPE Singapore affiliate's annual calendar, providing training for the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry in the region," notes past ISPE Singapore Affiliate President, DrIng Roberto Gardellin.
The event has also featured international speakers from various segments of the industry as well as from the US Food and Drug Administration and Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration.
With the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry growing rapidly on a global level, Interphex Asia and the ISPE Singapore Conference look set to continue being the Asia Pacific's platform for education, information exchange and networking.
As the ISPE President/CEO, Robert Best summarises, "the ISPE Singapore Conference 2004 will feature experts from around the world who will provide the latest industry information, technology solutions and technical training.At Interphex Asia, you will find the top producers of equipment and service to the industry".
ISPE SINGAPORE CONFERENCE 2004 (April 18 - 20, 2004)
The official conference of Interphex Asia 2004, the ISPE Singapore Conference has got the unique distinction ofbeing the regions pharmaceutical manufacturing conference which presents speakers representing United States Food and Drug Administration (USA FDA) and Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Australia.
Designed for the pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals, the 2004 conference features a comprehensive 3-day programme of 8 workshops and 9 industry tracks, covering the latest industry updates and key manufacturing issues on API, Secondary Pharma, Bio Process Plants, Regulatory Developments and more.
Another highlight is Pharma Nite - the perfect opportunity to network with the region's pharmaceutical manufacturers..
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing professional in the following areas will benefit from the topics that will be covered:
- Automation & IT
- Compliance
- Facilities/Plant management
- Laboratory Management
- Packaging Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Regulatory Affairs
- R & D
- Validation
- Procurement
- Warehousing & Logistics
- Production
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance/Control
Jointly Organised by Reed Exhibitions Pte Ltd the official conference ofInterphex Asia 2004 is supported by Economic Development Board (EDB).
INTERPHEX ASIA 2004 (April 20 - 22, 2004)
Interphex Asia is the regional platform for the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry in Asia.The event will bring together international suppliers and industry professionals - from the multinationals and regional manufacturers - from the Asia Pacific, serving as the meeting point to exchange ideas and keep abreast of industry developments.
This year, Interphex Asia 2004 is expecting a participation by some 80 international suppliers from 14 countries featuring the latest process and technology in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
Interphex Asia is part of the worldwide Interphex family of events organised by Reed Exhibitions for some 2,000 exhibitors and 60,000 industry professionals every year. The event sponsored by ISPE and supported by Economic Development Board (EDB) and Singapore Manufacturers Federation (SMa).
(1) Event Highlights
a) Singapore Pavilion
Singapore Pavillion will act as a showcase of Singapore companies. The Singapore Manufacturers' Federation (SMa) has taken the lead in co-ordinating a Singapore Pavilion to help Singapore companies make their presence felt at Interphex Asia 2004.
List of companies in Singapore Pavilion
Autoscan Technology Pte Ltd
SeerPharma Singapore Pte Ltd
Bar Code Sato Electronics
Sefar Singapore Pte Ltd
Burkert Contromatic Singapore Pte Ltd
SembCorp Engineers and Constructors Pte Ltd
De Dietrich
Spartan System (S) Pte Ltd
Futron Electronics Pte Ltd
Suntech Sealing
LabQuip (S) Pte Ltd
Sweco Asia Pte Ltd
Robbins & Myers
Quality Assurance Management Asia Pte Ltd
Scientific & Industrial Instrumentation Pte Ltd
Tantraco Enterprise
Rap Engineers & Consultants Pte Ltd
b) Production Line
Presented by Tantraco Enterprises, the demo line will offer visitors the chance to see the manufacture of an ointment from preparation to final product.
c) Technology Forum
Held hourly, the Technology Forum is the ideal opportunity for exhibitors to present their products to the relevant professionals.Visitors to the exhibition will also have the opportunity to learn more the products available.
Companies who will be presenting their products during the 3 day exhibition include:
- A&D Company Limited (Japan) / Goldbell Weigh-System, Viscometry Revolution! - Solutions for viscosity measurement by SV-10
- Crane Resistoflex, Hose Issues-Teflon versus Platimum Cured Silicone or Elastimeric Hoses
- Dietrich Engineering Consultants, Solutions to complex issues concerning powder handling when designing a new factory for bulk pharmaceuticals
- Rockwell Automation, Adding Value to the Pharmaceutical Industry
- A&D Company Limited (Japan) / Goldbell Weigh-System, Viscometry Revolution! - Solutions for viscosity measurement by SV-10
- JDH
- George Fischer , The Use of Thermoplastics for Piping Systems in the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Tekni-Plex, Inc, Pharmaceutical Blister Films - Tekniflex PCTFE laminates by Tekni-ffilms
(2) Profile of Visitors
Interphex Asia 2004 will be relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals in the following areas:
Automation & IT
Compliance
Facilities/Plant management
Laboratory management
Packaging engineering
Process engineering
Production
Regulatory affairs
Project management
Procurement
Research & development
Quality assurance/control
Validation
Warehousing & Logistics
To date, 81 per cent of the pre-registered visitors are of senior and middle management representing 15 countries; in particular, 75 per cent are from the South East Asian countries, according to official sources.