SINGAPORE, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WuXi Biologics ("WuXi Bio") (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), announced that it has won six prestigious awards and two individual leadership awards at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Biopharma Excellence Awards (ABEA), achieving a historic record for the most accolades received in a single year. These recognitions underscore the company's sustained leadership in end‑to‑end biologics development and manufacturing capabilities, digital innovation and operational excellence.
WuXi Biologics was named the winner in the following categories:
- Best Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization Award
- Best Aseptic Fill-Finish & Packaging CMO of the Year
- Bioprocessing Excellence in Asia
- Bioprocessing Excellence in China
- Bioprocessing Facility of the Year
- Excellence in Bioprocessing Automation & Digitalization
In addition to corporate honors, Dr. Sherry Gu, Chief Technology Officer, Executive Vice President, was named CTO of the Year, in recognition of her outstanding vision, technological innovation, and leadership in advancing biologics development and bioprocessing excellence, and Dr. Jeremy Guo, Head of Global Drug Product Operations, Senior Vice President, received the award of Head of Fill-Finish & Formulation of the Year, honoring his remarkable expertise and dedication in driving high-quality, compliant, and reliable drug product manufacturing and aseptic processing capabilities.
Dr. Chris Chen, Chief Executive Officer of WuXi Biologics, stated, "We are honored to receive this unprecedented number of awards at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Biopharma Excellence Awards. These accolades reflect the trust of our global partners, the expertise of our team, and our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As we continue to scale our integrated CRDMO platform, advance digital and intelligent bioprocessing and manufacturing, we remain committed to accelerating our partners' innovative therapies to patients worldwide."
This year's awards further validate WuXi Biologics' leading position as the partner of choice for biopharma innovators and multinational corporations worldwide. The company has 945 integrated projects on its platform, making it one of the world's largest portfolios of complex biologics. Among them, nearly 50% are bi- and multi-specific antibodies and ADCs. It continues to expand its integrated services through new technology solutions that accelerate timelines, improve product quality and ensure scalable manufacturing. In 2025, the company launched WuXia™ TrueSite, its industry-leading targeted integration-based CHO cell line platform, achieving average mAb titers over 8.0 g/L and outstanding expression stability through 60 generations. It has also advanced its high-dose delivery technologies into clinical and commercial use, including its high-throughput formulation development platform WuXiHigh™, which enables protein concentrations of up to 230mg/mL and achieves viscosity reduction by up to 90%.
Building on its innovative technology platforms, WuXi Biologics consistently leads the industry in manufacturing and bioprocessing excellence. The company has achieved a 100% success rate in PPQ campaigns. It has delivered more than 350 large‑scale batches (6,000 L – 16,000 L per batch) for global partners since 2017. The strong manufacturing track record is underpinned by WuXi Biologics' rigorous, global quality system. As of the end of 2025, the company had successfully passed 46 regulatory inspections, including 22 inspections conducted by the FDA and EMA. The company also holds an industry-leading record with a 100% pass rate for FDA Pre-License Inspection (PLI). Currently, the company operates 15 GMP-certified drug substance and drug product facilities within its global network, with 136 facility license approvals and a 100% success in GMP inspections. Its world-class quality and compliance capabilities remain the cornerstone of clients' trust.
WuXi Biologics is also pioneering digital innovation to transform biologics research, development and manufacturing. It has integrated digital innovation across end-to-end R&D, manufacturing, operations, and customer engagement, driving faster timelines, superior quality, and full partnership transparency. By leveraging digital manufacturing solutions, such as Electronic Batch Record (EBR), the company has driven an approximately 40% productivity gain and consistent data integrity and high product quality, while its advanced planning systems have delivered about a 20% improvement in efficiency. Recently, WuXi Biologics launched the industry-leading digital twin platform PatroLabTM to enhance process performance, minimize process risks, shorten development timelines, and ensure consistent, high-quality biologics manufacturing.
Presented by IMAPAC, the Asia-Pacific Biopharma Excellence Awards honor outstanding innovation, operational rigor, and industry leadership across bioprocessing, supply chain, ADC development, and clinical development. Recognizing the remarkable contributions of leading biopharma professionals, organizations, and technologies, the awards spotlight trailblazing leaders and trendsetters shaping the industry's future while inspiring innovation for tomorrow's biopharma landscape.
About WuXi Biologics
WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.
With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.
WuXi Biologics regards sustainability as the cornerstone of long-term business growth. The company continuously drives green technology innovations to offer advanced end-to-end Green CRDMO solutions for its global partners while consistently achieving excellence in Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Committed to creating shared value, it collaborates with all stakeholders to foster positive social and environmental impacts and promote responsible practices that empower the entire value chain.
For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com.
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WuXi Biologics Wins Multiple Asia-Pacific Biopharma Excellence Awards for Leadership in Bioprocessing, Manufacturing Excellence, and Digital Innovation
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SINGAPORE, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda analysed accommodation search data for domestic travel for the recent Holi week, revealing a rise in travel interest compared to last year in destinations such as Jaipur, Udaipur and Vrindavan, where traditions, rituals and community celebrations shape the experience. Alongside temple towns and heritage cities, travellers showed interest in destinations that allow them to participate in vibrant festivities and shared cultural moments.
Rajasthan's Pink City, Jaipur, known for its grand palace-led Holi celebrations and home to the iconic Amer Fort, registered a 282 percent increase in accommodation searches compared to the Holi period last year. Udaipur saw a 233 percent rise in travel interest, as visitors look to experience lakeside Holi festivities set against the backdrop of Lake Pichola, with heritage hotels and boutique stays hosting curated celebrations. Pushkar, the revered pilgrimage town, experienced a 195 percent increase in searches, appealing to travellers drawn to its vibrant street gatherings and community-led celebrations unfolding around Pushkar Lake and its 52 bathing ghats.
In the north, Vrindavan draws travellers to its temple courtyards where flower Holi ceremonies, bhajans and traditional festivities create an immersive spiritual celebration, recording a 126 percent rise in travel interest. Mathura recorded a 109 percent increase in interest, attracting visitors keen to witness Holi in the birthplace of Lord Krishna, where temple rituals and traditional street celebrations bring the festival to life. Moving south, Hampi saw a 128 percent rise in searches, as its UNESCO-listed ruins and open temple squares transform into lively Holi gatherings that appeal to culture and history enthusiasts. Shanti Niketan in West Bengal, known for its Basanta Utsav, a distinctive cultural interpretation of Holi centred around music and art, registered a 43 percent increase in travel interest. These destinations saw a collective rise in travel interest of 211 percent.
International interest also added to the trend. Udaipur recorded a 459% increase in searches from across Asia compared to the previous year, while Jaipur saw over 191% growth in travel interest. The rise in interest was led by travelers from Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Japan and South Korea.
Gaurav Malik, Country Director, Indian Subcontinent & Indian Ocean Islands at Agoda said, "Holi has evolved into a key travel moment for both domestic and international visitors. India's cultural festivities continue to strengthen the country's global appeal, drawing travellers to plan their trips around distinctive local experiences. The increasing travel interest in temple towns and heritage cities reflects how cultural calendars are influencing travel decisions. At Agoda, we aim to simplify holiday planning by bringing together a diverse mix of stays, flights, and experiences, helping travellers make the most of their time during special occasions like Holi."
As festivals like Holi continue to shape travel behaviour, Agoda provides access to a wide range of accommodations across price points and property types, alongside flights and activities that can be booked together in one place. With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, travellers can plan complete trips with ease. Discover the latest deals on the Agoda mobile app or visit Agoda.com for more information.
SINGAPORE, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda analysed accommodation search data for domestic travel for the recent Holi week, revealing a rise in travel interest compared to last year in destinations such as Jaipur, Udaipur and Vrindavan, where traditions, rituals and community celebrations shape the experience. Alongside temple towns and heritage cities, travellers showed interest in destinations that allow them to participate in vibrant festivities and shared cultural moments.
Rajasthan's Pink City, Jaipur, known for its grand palace-led Holi celebrations and home to the iconic Amer Fort, registered a 282 percent increase in accommodation searches compared to the Holi period last year. Udaipur saw a 233 percent rise in travel interest, as visitors look to experience lakeside Holi festivities set against the backdrop of Lake Pichola, with heritage hotels and boutique stays hosting curated celebrations. Pushkar, the revered pilgrimage town, experienced a 195 percent increase in searches, appealing to travellers drawn to its vibrant street gatherings and community-led celebrations unfolding around Pushkar Lake and its 52 bathing ghats.
In the north, Vrindavan draws travellers to its temple courtyards where flower Holi ceremonies, bhajans and traditional festivities create an immersive spiritual celebration, recording a 126 percent rise in travel interest. Mathura recorded a 109 percent increase in interest, attracting visitors keen to witness Holi in the birthplace of Lord Krishna, where temple rituals and traditional street celebrations bring the festival to life. Moving south, Hampi saw a 128 percent rise in searches, as its UNESCO-listed ruins and open temple squares transform into lively Holi gatherings that appeal to culture and history enthusiasts. Shanti Niketan in West Bengal, known for its Basanta Utsav, a distinctive cultural interpretation of Holi centred around music and art, registered a 43 percent increase in travel interest. These destinations saw a collective rise in travel interest of 211 percent.
International interest also added to the trend. Udaipur recorded a 459% increase in searches from across Asia compared to the previous year, while Jaipur saw over 191% growth in travel interest. The rise in interest was led by travelers from Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Japan and South Korea.
Gaurav Malik, Country Director, Indian Subcontinent & Indian Ocean Islands at Agoda said, "Holi has evolved into a key travel moment for both domestic and international visitors. India's cultural festivities continue to strengthen the country's global appeal, drawing travellers to plan their trips around distinctive local experiences. The increasing travel interest in temple towns and heritage cities reflects how cultural calendars are influencing travel decisions. At Agoda, we aim to simplify holiday planning by bringing together a diverse mix of stays, flights, and experiences, helping travellers make the most of their time during special occasions like Holi."
As festivals like Holi continue to shape travel behaviour, Agoda provides access to a wide range of accommodations across price points and property types, alongside flights and activities that can be booked together in one place. With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, travellers can plan complete trips with ease. Discover the latest deals on the Agoda mobile app or visit Agoda.com for more information.
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Agoda Reports Holi Travel Trends in India, with Jaipur and Udaipur Posting Strong Interest
