
PDA Good Aseptic Manufacturing Conference 2025
Excellence in Aseptic Manufacturing: Bridging Compliance, Innovation, and Sustainability
Networking Opportunities, Exhibit Area
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Closing on 04 April 2025
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Dear Colleague,
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming PDA Good Aseptic Manufacturing Conference 2025, which will take place from 22-23 May 2025 in Basel, Switzerland.
This conference will be part of the PDA Good Manufacturing Week 2025, alongside the PDA Good Digital Manufacturing Conference 2025, which will take place on 20-21 May 2025, at the same venue.
The agenda preview has already been published.
Save the date for the PDA Good Aseptic Manufacturing Conference 2025!
We look forward to your participation and welcoming you to Basel in May 2025.
Sincerely,
The Co-Chairs
Simone Biel, Merck
David Keen, Ecolab
The conference will take place right after the PDA Good Digital Manufacturing Conference 2025 as part of the PDA Good Manufacturing Week 2025! Make the best of your journey and attend two conferences in one week!

Register for the Syntegon Pharmatag and gain insights into the future of fill-finish technologies. Attend thought-provoking keynotes, explore real-world case studies, and join an exclusive plant tour. The day will conclude with an evening event to connect and exchange ideas. This year’s theme, 'Tomorrow’s Pharma Technologies Today,' sets the stage for discussions on innovation and progress.
Secure Your Spot TodayProgram Highlights
The agenda preview is out now! Explore the sessions and secure your spot today!
Agenda
Discover What's Happening Each Day
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Welcome and Introduction
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Committee:
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Welcome from the Co-Chairs
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Co-Chair:
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Co-Chair:
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Opening Plenary Part I
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Title to be announced
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Title to be announced
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Advancing Aseptic Fill & Finish: A Collaborative Breakthrough in Next-Generation Production
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Networking Coffee Break, Exhibition
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Opening Plenary Part II
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A holistic approach to addressing value chain emissions
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Networking Lunch Break, Poster Session, Exhibition
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Guided Poster Walk
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Session 1 Track A Closed Systems
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A Risk-based Approach for Assuring the Integrity of Closed, Single-use Systems in Aseptic Processing
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Integrity Assurance of Final Sterile Filtration Process Step with SUS
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Case Study of Aseptic Processing in a Closed System in Clean Room Class C
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Q&A, Discussion
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Session 1 Track B Enablers for Aseptic Manufacturing
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Replace Settle Plates with Continuous Active Air Monitoring inside a production isolator
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Revision of Technical Report No. 33 Evaluation, Validation and Implementation of Alternative and Rapid Microbiological Methods
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The Digital Transformation of Sterility Testing- The Case for Alternative Microbiological Methods with Complex Product Formulations
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Q&A, Discussion
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Networking Coffee Break & Exhibition
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Session 2 Track A First Air
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Title to be announced
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Latest Technologies to Follow First-Air Principles According to Annex 1
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Q&A, Discussion
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Session 2 Track B Decontamination
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Application and Qualification of an Automated UV Disinfection Robot for Aseptic Cleanrooms
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Case Study: E-Beam Used More Than 15 Years as Transfer Technology for RTU Pre-Filled Syringes at Pfizer Grange Castle Ireland on Multiple Filling Lines
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Q&A, Discussion
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End of Conference Day 1 & Networking Event
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Session 3 Track A Aseptic Process Simulation
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EU GMP Annex 1, QRM & APS: Practical Approach & Points to Consider
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Aseptic Process Simulation: Pragmatic and Innovative Approach
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Session 3 Track B Particle Risk Mitigation
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Total Particle Count: two options to be compliant to Annex1: 3-way valve redesign, Counter resistant to VHP
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Achieving Particle Reduction via Supplier Annex 1 Strategies and Innovation in RTU / RTF Packaging
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Networking Coffee Break, Poster Session & Exhibition
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Session 4 Track A Excellence in Manufacturing Execution
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Session 4 Track B Application of Quality Risk Management
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Human Error Investigation and Reduction
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Q&A, Discussion
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Networking Lunch Break, Poster Session & Exhibition
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Closing Plenary Part I
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Interactive Questionnaire Session
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Title to be announced
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Plenary Discussion
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Networking Coffee Break, Poster Session & Exhibition
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Raffle Card Announcement
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Best Poster Presentation
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Closing Plenary Part II
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Interactive Round Table Session
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Co-Chairs Conference Summary
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Closing Remarks & Farewell
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PDA Annex 1 Workshop 2024
05 Nov - 06 NovProgram Planning Committee
The Team Behind the Event's Agenda
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Tarik Cheema, PhD
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
End to End Contamination Control Manager
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Caroline Lynar
Parenteral Drug Association
Manager Programs & Events
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Christina Meissner, PhD
AGES - Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety GmbH
Group Manager
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Promotions and Press
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Submit Your InformationLocation and Travel
Venue Details and Accommodations
PLEASE READ PDA is not affiliated or contracted with any outside hotel contracting company. If someone other than PDA or the PDA chosen hotel contacts you suggesting that they represent any PDA event, they do not. It is PDA's recommendation that you book your hotel directly through the official PDA chosen hotel that is listed on our web site.
PDA recommends the reservation at the following hotel
Movenpick Hotel Basel
Aeschengraben 25
Basel, 4051
Switzerland
PDA Europe has reserved a limited number of rooms until 14 April 2025.
Book your room at the PDA Group Rate using the above-mentioned reservation button.
Travel in Style with Lufthansa Group Airlines
We are excited to partner with Lufthansa Group Airlines to offer discounted flights for attendees of the PDA Good Aseptic Manufacturing Conference 2025!
Special Offer Details:

Use the exclusive discount code: MCDE6230
Take advantage of reduced fares to make your travel to the conference both convenient and cost-effective. Don’t miss this opportunity to join us while enjoying a seamless travel experience!
How to Get Here
Area Attractions
- Kunstmuseum Basel (10-minute walk)
- Basel Minster (15-minute walk)
- Old Town (15-minute tram ride)
Did you know? Basel is known as the “city of fountains” with over 170 beautifully crafted fountains scattered throughout the city. Many of them date back centuries!
Registration
Pricing Options
Early Registration
Register by 23 March 2025
Member Price
€2,190GovernmentMember Only
€1,100
Health AuthorityMember Only
€1,100
Early Career ProfessionalMember Only
€1,100
StudentMember Only
€1,100
AcademicMember Only
€1,100
Non-Member
€2,490
Standard Registration
Register after 23 March 2025
Member Price
€2,390GovernmentMember Only
€1,200
Health AuthorityMember Only
€1,200
Early Career ProfessionalMember Only
€1,200
StudentMember Only
€1,200
AcademicMember Only
€1,200
Non-Member
€2,690
ALL PRICES IN EURO (EUR), EXCLUDING VAT.
WAYS TO REGISTER: 1. Online Registration 2. registration-europe@pda.org
PDA MEMBERS: Please remember to log in before registering If you come from a Governmental or Health Authority Institution or from an Academic Organization, please contact registration-europe@pda.org before registering.
If you need to apply for a visa to enter the event country, PDA Europe must be informed of this fact at least 4 weeks before the start of the event.
Presenters
Meet the Experts
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Darren Beckett
Fedegari Technologies, Inc.
Sr. Training and Technology Center Manager
Committee Member
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Tarik Cheema, PhD
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
End to End Contamination Control Manager
Committee Member
Moderator
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Ginette Collazo
Presenter
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Richard Denk
SKAN AG
Senior Consulting Aseptic Processing & Containment
Committee Member
Moderator
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Paul Devuyst, Master Bioengineer
GSK
Senior Manager Aseptic Technologies
Committee Member
Panelist
Presenter
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Hauke Fender, PhD
BioNTech Innovation and Services Marburg GmbH
QA Expert Aseptic
Panelist
Presenter
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Alina Gruber
Presenter
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Vincent Hamers
AstraZeneca
Site Microbiologist / Development Quality Biologics Microbiologist
Co-Presenter
Panelist
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Markus Heinz, MSC
Syntegon Technology GmbH
Strategy and Global Product Management
Co-Presenter
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Isabelle Hoenen, PharmD
Lilly France SAS
Senior Advisor Quality for Sterility Assurance
Co-Presenter
Panelist
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Jonathan W. Kallay
Charles River Laboratories
Scientific Portfolio Specialist
Panelist
Presenter
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David Keen, MRSB CBiol
Ecolab Life Sciences
Director Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Consulting
Co-Chair
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Falk Klar, PhD
Parenteral Drug Association
General Manager, Vice President Europe
Committee Member
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Morcos Mikhail Fahmy Loka, MBA, CMQ/OE, CQA, CPGP, CPIP
Minapharm
Quality Senior Manager Biologics F&F and New Projects
Panelist
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Caroline Lynar
Parenteral Drug Association
Manager Programs & Events
Committee Member
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Christina Meissner, PhD
AGES - Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety GmbH
Group Manager
Committee Member
Moderator
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David Roesti
Panelist
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Nicola Rutigliani
Panelist
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Andrea Salmaso, PharmD
Stevanato Group
Corporate Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Manager
Committee Member
Moderator
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Helen Sauter, Dr
Vetter Pharma Fertigung GmbH & Co. KG
Director Quality Assurance
Committee Member
Moderator
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Brian Thome, PhD
Biogen
Head, External Biologics and Gene Therapy Manufacturing Sciences
Panelist
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Jerome Weiss
Co-Presenter
Panelist
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Patrick Wieland
Panelist
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Sponsor information will be available soon
We're currently finalizing our list of sponsors and will share the details shortly.
Sponsorship and Exhibit Opportunities are available!
For more information about exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Christopher Härtig
Senior Manager Exhibition & Sponsorship
Email
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