Pharma Technology Summit

Join us in the heart of Italy for this event and learn about the current trends in packaging and technology

Top speakers and experts will present a variety of topics and offer their input in several best practice sessions

Your insight into innovative technologies

The technology meeting for the pharmaceutical world with input ranging from sustainability to augmented realities and containment to operational excellence.

You will get exclusive insights into innovative technologies at IMA s.p.a., our partner in the organization of this event. Some of these technologies are currently in the patent application process.

Behind the scenes

Take a look behind the scenes in the brand-new IMA s.p.a. plant – one of the leading companies in the design and manufacture of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, tea, coffee and other foods. Experience 28,000 square meters of state-of-the-art production space with open labs.

Exchange and networking

In addition to gaining new insights, don’t miss the opportunity to network with international industry colleagues. An exclusive entertainment programme also allows space and time to exchange ideas, meet new contacts and discuss various topics.

The organizers of the Pharma Technology Summit are:

• PTS Training Service
• I.M.A. Industria Macchine Automatiche s.p.a.

Programme and Speakers:

Sustainability in packaging

Trends and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical packaging
Dr. Lukas Spanier, Grünenthal GmbH

Operational excellence

Potential to optimize effectiveness and efficacy
Dr. Lukas Spanier, Grünenthal GmbH

Containment Update

Containment Strategy at an OSD Launch Facility
LSL Projct: Late Stage Development & Small Molecules Launch Facility
Bulk Handling in DP Produktion
Dr. Rainer Nicolai, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

New Work and New Learning

New work requires new learning and new technology
Andreas Kambach, Managing Director D-A-CH Area9 Lyceum

Augmented reality in pharma

Use and application of augmented realities in the pharmaceutical context
Dr. Dirk Schrader, Goodly Innovations GmbH

Trends in pharma packaging

Update and pharma trends
Bartosz Urbaniak, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

New Sustainability Materials

Update on the latest state of development of new sustainable packaging materials
Dipl.-Ing. Thomas Fricke, IMA SPA, I-Ozzano Dell´Emilia (BO)

Digital Tools

Technologies to increase the availability and efficiency of packaging systems
Dipl.-Ing. Thomas Fricke, IMA SPA, I-Ozzano Dell´Emilia (BO)

Target audience

Employees (not only in management functions) from production, engineering, quality units for pharmaceuticals
Management, plant management, operational management
Personnel in managerial and responsible positions (QPs, production management, quality control management)
Head of Production/Packaging
Head of Engineering
Suppliers of equipment and systems for pharmaceutical production and packaging
Quality management, quality assurance
Supply Chain Management

Industries

Marketing Authorisation Holders
Pharmaceutical manufacturers
Biopharmaceutical companies
Manufacturers of machines and equipment
Engineering Service Providers
Suppliers: active ingredients, packaging materials, production aids, equipment, IT systems
Logistics, Sales, Warehouse

Organisational notes

Please understand that your registration for participation in the “Behind the Scenes” tour must be checked and approved in advance by IMA s.p.a.. You will receive confirmation from PTS Training Service once this process is complete.

Date

19-20 September 2023,
Start on Day 1: 2:00pm, End on Day 2: approx. 3:00pm

Registration fee

1300,- € plus VAT, includes 2 lunches as well as documentation and drinks during the event.

Venue

IMA SPA
» https://ima.it/en/
Via Europa 2-6, 40064 Ozzano Dell ‘Emilia (BO)

Hotel Reservations

Option 1: Rooms at Palazzo di Varignana can be booked with the PROMO CODE “IMA1909” at reduced prices. Single room SUPERIOR €180,- incl. VAT per night, single room DELUXE €200,- incl. VAT per night.

Booking procedure: Go to https://www.palazzodivarignana.com/en/ and select the blue “Book Now” button, select the desired room, enter PROMO CODE “IMA1909”, enter data and continue via the button “Check Availability”.

Option 2: At the UNA Hotel Bologna San Lazzaro single rooms can be booked for €99,- per night inc. VAT and breakfast and double rooms for €109,- per night inc. VAT and breakfast. Reservations can be made via the website by using » this link.