Descrição PT: A investigação, o desenvolvimento e a produção de substâncias ativas por fermentação e/ou síntese química, e/ou culturas de células, para medicamentos de uso humano e veterinário, para medicamentos experimentais e produtos de diagnóstico e/ou produtos nutricionais e/ou produtos industriais, incluindo a produção e destilação de produtos (solventes) bem como o tratamento, recuperação e regeneração de resíduos (solventes) e a sua respetiva valorização e a prestação de serviços para terceiros, bem como outras atividades conexas
Descrição EN: The company is a pharmaceutical entity dedicated to the research, development and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients, specialized in anti-infectives. Its head office is located in Castanheira do Ribatejo, Portugal and is part of Atral-Cipan Group, a company specializing in the production of raw materials for the pharmaceutical industry and finished pharmaceutical products, as well as the transfer of sophisticated chemical and pharmaceutical technologies. It was founded in the 1960's and is listed in the Lisbon's Stock Exchange. With an installed fermentation capacity in excess of 210,000 gallons and a corresponding downstream and chemical synthesis capacity, the company researches, develops and produces a wide range of raw-materials (API) for the global pharmaceutical market. Its most significant market segments are North America (80%), European Union (11%), Middle East (5%) and Far East (2%). The company's competitive edge include: API fermentation and organic synthesis expertise; FDA inspected and approved facilities; and fast prototyping of industrial processes through pilot plant facilities.