Biosimilars LatAm – Mexico 2025

Designed to advance greater access to biosimilars in Mexico, this forum convenes top decision-makers from manufacturers, regulators, and healthcare providers. Featuring dynamic presentations, interactive panels, and networking spaces, the event delves into policy reforms, investment strategies, and environmental sustainability in biosimilar production. The forum also explores innovative regulatory approaches and public-private collaborations aimed at accelerating approvals and improving affordability, reinforcing Mexico’s competitive position in the biotechnology sector.

Key Objectives:

– Evaluate policies to expand biosimilar access for vulnerable populations and redistribute healthcare savings to improve equity.

– Analyze strategies to position Mexico as a competitive destination for biotechnology investments, exploring regulatory and market opportunities.

– Discuss environmental challenges in biosimilar production and explore solutions for sustainable manufacturing practices aligned with global goals.

– Explore strategies to accelerate biosimilar approvals in Mexico, maintaining safety and efficacy standards while fostering public-private partnerships. 

Fernando Portugal (AMIIF, Mexico)

“Very interesting forum where we discussed crucial topics such as whether an appropriate framework to protect innovation contributes to the development of the biotechnology industry in Mexico and across North America. We also talked about the importance of collaboration between companies and academia to ensure that the scientific developments carried out by our researchers reach more people—not only within our country but also beyond our borders. We look forward to seeing you next year, in 2025, at the next edition of this forum.”

Fernando Portugal, Director of Intellectual Property, Legal and International Affairs at AMIIF, Mexico

Nestor Perez (PROBIOMED, Mexico)

“Biosimilars LatAm has become a forum where we come every year to talk, discuss, and exchange information, ideas, opinions, and updates about the state of regulation, scientific development, new partners, and the new solutions our suppliers have to offer. I think this is an experience everyone should have, and all I can say is that next year I hope to see even more colleagues here so we can continue discussing these fascinating topics.”

Nestor Perez, Director of operations at PROBIOMED, Mexico

Gloria Berruti (Neolpharma, Mexico)

“The contributions have been incredibly interesting. The topic of biosimilars is multifactorial—we’ve heard from specialists in regulatory affairs, intellectual property, investments, and more, and it’s been a truly enriching experience. I invite you to attend the next time this event takes place, as it’s an excellent opportunity for all of us to connect, network, and move biosimilar projects forward.”

Gloria Berruti, Director of International Business Latam at Neolpharma, Mexico

Raman Wattamwar (Innovex International, India)

“Very enriching event where different attendees from the regulatory, scientific, manufacturing, as well as commercial background came together to find out the solutions to create the main access for more and more biosimilars and biotechnology products in the Latin American region, especially in Mexico. So this event was very interactive. There’s a lot of very strong panel discussions as well as presentation. Also, some of the international and overseas faculties brought a lot of enriching experience. So overall, it was a great event, and I will encourage that participants should join hands together along with the regulatory authorities in such events.”

Raman Wattamwar, CEO at Innovex International, India

Jaime Uribe (PROBIOMED, Mexico)

“This forum has been a very interesting exchange of ideas, and the upcoming ones promise to be even more engaging.”

Jaime Uribe, CEO at Probiomed, Mexico

Talita Ferreira (WHO, USA)

“I’d like to invite everyone to join us next year, where we will discuss new opportunities in the market. In 2024, we aligned and shared strategic knowledge to help companies access other markets. Be with us in 2025.”

Talita Ferreira, Consultant at WHO, USA

Pedro Chavarría (Teva, Mexico)

“This forum has been different because many people are sharing real, honest, and practical opinions, which I’ve found very valuable. I invite you to next year’s forum, which will be just as valuable—if not more.”

Pedro Chavarría, Regulatory Affairs Director at Teva, Mexico

Sonia Mayra Perez (UDIBI, Mexico)

“It truly is an event that brings together experts not only from Mexico but from all over Latin America. It’s an excellent forum for exchanging ideas, staying up-to-date, and building relationships that can help drive biotechnology and biosimilars throughout the region. I’d like to invite you all to attend the next event next year, or any other events related to this topic, which is so important for the region, for Mexico, and especially for patients.”

Sonia Mayra Perez, CEO at UDIBI, Mexico

Jose Avalos (Nouvelle Pharmaceutiques, Mexico)

“Forum dedicated to studying and presenting very important technical and regulatory topics, not only for Mexico but also for all of Latin America. It has been a space where we’ve been able to create synergies, network, and communicate with the different players in the biosimilars industry. I invite you to join us next year at the same forum, Biosimilars LatAm – Mexico 2025”

Jose Avalos, Co Founder & General Manager at Nouvelle Pharmaceutiques, Mexico

Yolanda Cervantes (Grin, Mexico)

“I’ve learned a lot here, and I’ve also had the opportunity to collaborate with different people and groups at an international level, which has allowed me to see where both vaccines and public health are heading in our region.”

Yolanda Cervantes, Medical Director at Grin, Mexico

Oscar Bustamente (Adium, Mexico)

“It’s a forum with many important people, where we can exchange valuable input and share great ideas. We look forward to seeing you next year.”

Oscar Bustamente, Regulatory Affairs Manager at Adium, Mexico

Vinicius Marçal (Cytiva, Brazil)

“We had a very good opportunity to speak with our customers, generate new networks and new practices, and generate new opportunities for the future. So I am very glad to stay here this year, and I hope to see you the next year.”

Vinicius Marçal, Business Development Manager Latam at Cytiva, Brazil

Fernando Goicoechea (Goicoechea & Associates, USA)

“It has been a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments in biosimilars in the region and all the opportunities we have to collaborate with different companies. I strongly encourage you to share your outstanding new ideas on this topic and to join us next year.”

Fernando Goicoechea, General Manager Latam at Goicoechea & Associates, USA

Mario Novoa (Infors, Mexico)

“It’s been a great forum, with excellent interaction and, above all, very enjoyable networking. I hope you’ll join us next year at Biosimilars Mexico 2025, come connect with others, and talk with experts in the biopharmaceutical field in Mexico and Latin America so we can share our experiences.”

Mario Novoa, Sales & Application Specialist at Infors, Mexico

Mauricio Barron (Merck, Mexico)

“It’s a space where we can do a lot of networking and collaborate. There are many interesting topics, and I encourage you to join us next year. I’m sure this great experience will be repeated.”

Mauricio Barron, Process Application specialist at Merck, Mexico

Oscar Gamiz (BD, Mexico)

“It’s an excellent forum to exchange ideas and meet people—especially now in these post-pandemic times, when personal connection is so important. From the 2024 event, I’m taking away new relationships, new knowledge, and I hope that next year this forum continues, grows, and keeps providing us with valuable insights for the biosimilars industry.”

Oscar Gamiz, Sr. Marketing Manager PS LATAM at BD, Mexico

Who will
you meet?

 

More than:

Participants

Companies

HCPs

Patients

Academy

Investors

Institutions

Associations

Service Providers

Government Agencies

Industry Executives from Latam

From these areas:

  • Biosimilars
  • Biobetters
  • Biotechnology
  • Biotherapeutics
  • Analytical science
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality Control
  • Clinical immunology
  • Scientific Affairs
  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Research
  • Regulatory
  • Business Development
  • Marketing

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Program at a Glance

Next-Generation Biosimilar Manufacturing: Efficiency, Quality, and Innovation

Highlight technological and process innovations enhancing efficiency, quality, and sustainability in next-generation biosimilar manufacturing.

Nearshoring in Mexico: Opportunities for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Analyze how relocating supply chains to Mexico boosts pharmaceutical industry growth and competitiveness.

Biosimilar European Regulatory Updates

EMA’s ongoing work on the Reflection Paper for a tailored clinical approach in biosimilar development, which is reassessing the role of Comparative Efficacy Studies (CES) in biosimilar comparability exercises.

Recent FDA Developments in Biosimilar Regulation
Technology and Innovation in Biosimilar Manufacturing: Equipment, Efficiency, and Future Bioprocessing

Explore the latest technological advancements and innovative approaches in biosimilar manufacturing, highlighting how state-of-the-art equipment, process optimization, and next-generation bioprocessing are enhancing efficiency, quality, and scalability to strengthen global competitiveness.

Attracting Investments for Biosimilars: A Roadmap for Mexico

This panel will analyze strategies to position Mexico as a competitive destination for investments in biotechnology. Panelists will discuss investment trends, market opportunities, and the role of regulation in fostering a favorable business environment.

Strengthening Competitiveness: Overcoming Barriers in the Mexican Biosimilars Market

Analyze how intellectual property (IP) protection and collaborative innovation ecosystems contribute to strengthening business readiness and competitiveness. The session aims to highlight best practices that enable companies to transform knowledge into market value, foster partnerships, and create sustainable growth within an innovation-driven economy.

Access and Equity: Ensuring Biosimilars Reach Those Who Need Them Most

This panel will evaluate policies for expanding access to biosimilars among vulnerable populations, discussing effective frameworks for redistributing healthcare savings to improve equity.

Regulatory Innovation for Faster Biosimilar Approvals in Mexico

This panel will explore innovative strategies to reduce the time required for biosimilar approvals in Mexico while maintaining safety and efficacy standards. Discussions will include global best practices, necessary policy changes, and the role of public-private partnerships.

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Exclusive Workshop for Branded Drug Manufacturers

November 10 | Camino Real Polanco, Mexico City

Learn how to detect nitrosamines and antibodies using advanced analytical platforms (TQ and QTOF) in a practical, hands-on format.

A unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of biopharmaceutical quality control using the latest technological developments.

Limited to 15 participants – lunch included.

Personalized Micro-Consulting for Forum Attendees

As part of the exclusive benefits of Biosimilars LatAm – Mexico 2025, all forum participants will have access to a complimentary one-on-one micro-consulting session with a Certified Expert Consultant from JackLeckerman. An invaluable opportunity to align your professional and business objectives with practical strategies that drive growth in the sector.

This benefit is designed to ensure every attendee gains maximum value from their forum participation.

Sessions will take place during the scheduled networking breaks.

Sponsors

SCIEX

Sciex is a leading company in analytical technology, specializing in mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis. It provides innovative solutions for both quality control and research and development, helping scientists achieve precise and reliable results across a wide range of applications, from biotechnology to pharmaceuticals.

Becton, Dickinson and Company

BD is a global medical technology company that is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. BD leads in patient and health care worker safety and the technologies that enable medical research and clinical laboratories.

Sartorius

Based in Goettingen | Germany, Sartorius is a leading international partner of life sciences research and the biopharmaceutical industry. With its two divisions Lab Products & Services and Bioprocess Solutions, Sartorius helps customers to manufacture biotech medicines, vaccines, and cell and gene therapies safely, rapidly, and economically.

Terumo

As Part of Terumo Medical Care Solutions, the Pharmaceutical Solutions Division develops patient-oriented parenteral delivery solutions for therapeutic performance and safety.

Globally trusted for quality and precision, we offer pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers around the world comprehensive product design and development services.

We have decades of experience collaborating with pharmaceutical companies from the earliest phases of drug development to product commercialization to optimize critical aspects of parenteral drug delivery.

Innovation and creativity are central to our value proposition. Our expert teams lead the industry in developing and manufacturing advanced, high-performing infusion and injection technologies, including CDMO services for all parenteral applications.

We listen. We question. We deliver. 

UDIBI

With 70+ dedicated scientists and supporting personnel, we are a third-party laboratory authorized by the Mexican Regulatory Agency (COFEPRIS) to conduct analytical services of pharmaceutical products and medical devices, as well as biosimilarity assessment of biotechnological products to be registered in Mexico. We also provide products, solutions and consulting services on antibody engineering and development of antibody-based therapeutics. Our capabilities allow us offering services throughout different development stages, from bench to non-clinical assessment. Our ALTHEA Libraries™ platform has served us to develop a portfolio of innovative antibodies and also to provide discovery services to companies in Mexico and USA

MCD LAB

MCD LAB is a Mexican company founded in 2002, specialized in high-quality culture media for the clinical, food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnological sectors. We offer powdered and ready-to-use products, agars, and peptones, all manufactured under strict quality standards and supported by professional technical service.

Synvia

Synvia is a pioneering biotechnology research company in Brazil, specialized in drug development, toxicological testing, and comprehensive support for clinical projects. Known for their innovative approach and robust solutions, Synvia is dedicated to advancing the biotech industry with state-of-the-art systems designed to deliver exceptional value to their clients.

Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in ecological transformation, providing sustainable water, waste, and energy management solutions. Through innovative and practical approaches, the company helps industries and communities optimize resources, protect the environment, and strengthen long-term resilience.

Media Partners

Global Biosimilars Week

IGBA’s 6th annual Global Biosimilars Week (GBW) is digital campaign which takes place November 3-7, 2025 with a mission to raise global awareness of the powerful and lifechanging impact of biosimilar medicines.

Pharma News

PHARMA NEWS® is a monthly digital magazine (12 issues per year) published in Mexico, targeted at a specialized audience such as professionals in the Mexican pharmaceutical industry.

We have achieved a high level of reader engagement, built over 33 years of uninterrupted publication.

BioPartner UK

BioPartner UK is the independent, accredited trade organisation that supports UK international trade

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