Lupin has launched a partnership program to co-develop and commercialize complex injectable therapies using its proprietary platform. The initiative targets chronic diseases and biosimilars, offering partners access to Lupin’s R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory infrastructure. It builds on recent FDA approvals and aims to expand Lupin’s specialty pharma footprint globally.
Lupin Ltd has unveiled a new partnership program aimed at accelerating innovation and market access for its advanced injectable platform. The initiative, announced in early October 2025, is designed to foster collaboration with global pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions focused on complex injectables and long-acting therapies.
Program Highlights
- The partnership program will operate under Lupin’s specialty division and leverage its proprietary long-acting injectable (LAI) technology developed by subsidiary Nanomi
- Lupin aims to co-develop, license, and commercialize injectable products across therapeutic areas including diabetes, oncology, and CNS disorders
- The program includes access to Lupin’s manufacturing facilities in Nagpur and its R&D centers in Pune and the Netherlands
- Partners will benefit from Lupin’s regulatory expertise, clinical trial infrastructure, and global distribution network spanning over 100 countries
- The initiative builds on Lupin’s recent FDA approvals for Risperidone LAI and Liraglutide injectables, both manufactured using its advanced delivery systems
Strategic Context
- Lupin’s injectable platform is designed to address unmet needs in chronic disease management through sustained-release formulations and patient-friendly delivery mechanisms
- The company is targeting biosimilars and complex generics in the injectable space, with a focus on high-barrier products that require specialized technology
- The partnership model allows Lupin to share development risks while accelerating time-to-market for novel therapies
Performance Snapshot
- Lupin reported a 14% year-on-year growth in specialty revenues for Q2 FY26, driven by injectable launches in the US and Europe
- The company’s injectable pipeline includes over 20 products in various stages of development, with 8 expected to enter clinical trials by FY27
- Recent acquisitions, including VISUfarma, have expanded Lupin’s capabilities in ophthalmic and CNS injectables
Outlook
- Analysts view the partnership program as a strategic move to monetize Lupin’s technology assets and deepen its presence in the specialty pharma segment
- The initiative is expected to attract mid-sized biotech firms seeking scalable manufacturing and regulatory support
- Lupin’s focus on long-acting injectables positions it well in the evolving global landscape of chronic disease therapeutics
Sources: Lupin Press Releases, Economic Times Pharma, ChemXpert News