Emergent BioSolutions Signs New Contracts with Public Health Agency of Canada Worth Approximately C$140 Million
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 4 days ago
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Emergent BioSolutions announced a series of new contracts and a contract modification with the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Department of National Defence to deliver critical medical countermeasures to support Canada's biological threat preparedness and response infrastructure. "We are proud to continue our longstanding collaboration with the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Department of National Defence as they implement a forward looking, strategic preparedness framework, serving as a model of best practices in health preparedness," said Chris Sinclair, VP and head of global preparedness at Emergent. The multiyear agreements, valued at up to approximately C$140 million, build upon over a decade of collaboration between Emergent and Canada. Emergent will receive more than C$35M in orders in 2026.
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About EBS
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. is a life sciences company. It is focused on providing preparedness and response solutions addressing accidental, deliberate and naturally occurring public health threats. Its solutions include a product portfolio, a product development portfolio, and a contract development and manufacturing services portfolio. Its segments include Commercial Products, MCM Products, and Services segment. Its Commercial Product segment consists of NARCAN Nasal Spray. Its MCM Products segment consists of Anthrax MCM products, Smallpox MCM products and Other Products. Its Services segment consists of its Bioservices portfolio. NARCAN (naloxone HCl) Nasal Spray, an intranasal formulation of naloxone, is developed for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose as manifested by respiratory and central nervous system depression. Its Bioservices consist of development services, bulk drug substance manufacturing, fill, finish, and packaging of final drug products.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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