PHARMACONNECT 2025: Asia’s Biggest Pharma Supply Chain Conference

PHARMACONNECT 2025

16 January 2025 | Mumbai

350+ Attendees

55+ Speakers

6 Sessions

PARTNERS

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Why PHARMACONNECT 2025 is Unmissable

Unmatched Networking Opportunities
Engage with more supply chain leaders from top pharmaceutical and medical device companies to discover how they are optimizing end-to-end supply chains for current and future challenges.
Interactive Learning Experiences
Participate in small group discussions that foster collaboration and allow you to gain insights from both industry experts and fellow attendees.
Tailored Agenda for Your Needs
Benefit from a comprehensive agenda shaped by insights from life sciences supply chain leaders, ensuring all your challenges and opportunities are addressed.
Pharma-Centric Digital Transformation
Gain comprehensive knowledge on the latest technologies revolutionizing the pharma supply chain. With AI, IoT, blockchain, and automation, attendees will explore solutions that improve visibility, security, and real-time decision-making. Leverage predictive analytics and digitization to address global challenges such as regulatory changes, cold chain integrity, and product traceability.
Adapting to Supply Chain Disruptions
The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions have exposed vulnerabilities in the pharma supply chain. This event will provide actionable strategies to build resilient, future-proof networks capable of adapting to raw material shortages, transportation delays, and disruptions in global markets. Sessions will delve into creating agile systems, minimizing risk, and ensuring the smooth delivery of life-saving drugs.
Focus on Patient-Centric Supply Chains
The patient sits at the heart of the pharmaceutical supply chain. With the shift toward personalized medicine and precision healthcare, PHARMACONNECT 2025 emphasizes the need for supply chains that prioritize patient access and ensure the right treatment reaches the right patient at the right time. Learn how industry leaders are transforming the entire chain from drug manufacturing to patient delivery, improving both outcomes and access.

Who Should Attend?

Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Suppliers

Discuss the latest innovations in supply chain strategies and best practices for managing regulatory complexities, risk, and global distribution.

Logistics Providers

Third-party logistics (3PLs), cold chain specialists, and transport companies will gain insights on best-in-class practices for efficient and secure drug transportation and warehousing.

Technology Providers

Tech firms offering digital solutions will showcase the tools for real-time visibility, blockchain, AI, and more to streamline operations and ensure compliance with stringent global standards.

Regulatory Authorities and Compliance Experts

Engage with industry leaders to better understand regulatory frameworks, navigate evolving rules, and ensure adherence to GDP and other compliance guidelines.

Consultants and Industry Experts

Consultants will uncover insights into pharma's evolving challenges while providing thought leadership on global market dynamics, supply chain risk, and the regulatory landscape.

Academics and Researchers

Explore the latest academic research and industry insights into pharma logistics, contributing to the development of supply chain strategies that address future challenges.

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Key Themes for PHARMACONNECT 2025

Transforming Pharma Supply Chains: Mitigating Risks with Innovation

Agility: Key to Optimising Production and Logistics

Enabling Digitalised and Intelligent Pharma Supply Chains

Advancing Pharma Exports and Rejigging Distribution Management

Mastering The Complexities of Temperature-Controlled Chains

Pharma Value Chains: From Clinical Trials to Commercial Success

Who's Coming

Being one of the largest and most prestigious annual events of its kind, PHARMACONNECT brings together key stakeholders from the entire pharma supply chain under one roof. More than 350 representatives from Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Companies, Pharmaceutical Brands, Logistics Service Providers, Freight Forwarders, Air Carriers, Airports, Shipping Lines, Ports, Warehouse Space Providers, Logistics Parks, Infrastructure Developers, Terminals, Freight Train Operators, Technology Solutions Specialists, Regulators, Government and Media are expected to attend the pharma supply chain conference in Mumbai on 16th January 2025, with the objective of enriching their knowledge.

SPEAKERS

Carving the future of Pharma Supply Chain
More than 50 THINK TANKS — Thought Leaders, Disruptors, and Innovators will be speaking at PHARMACONNECT 2025 including:
This year’s line-up:

MURALIDHAR R

Group Head and Associate VP (SCM, Commercial & Biomedical Engg.)
Shalby

ASHU GUPTA

VP-SCM  
Koye Pharmaceuticals

ANAND SHARMA

Head-Logistics
Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals

ASHISH MOHAN

Position
Company

KRISHNAKANT PARAB

Sr. VP- India Business Operations
Encube Ethicals

ANSHUL AGARWAL

Head- Supply Chain & Strategy
Olon Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients India

UGRASEN SINGH

Associate Director-Lead Import & Export and Logistics Procurement
Cipla

DINESH PAWAR

Supply & Distribution Manager
Sandoz Pvt Ltd

HIMALP DESAI

Executive VP- SCM & IT
Sekhmet Pharmaventures
WorldBI Speaker

Sivaiah Kota

AVP - Supply Chain & Operations
Natural Remedies
WorldBI Speaker

Revanth Ragam

Associate Director- SCM
Aragen Life Sciences
WorldBI Speaker

Vikas Varyani

Manager- Distribution
Servier India
WorldBI Speaker

Pramod Bansode

Head- Warehouse & EXIM Operations
Sandoz Pvt Ltd
WorldBI Speaker

Raaj Jobanputra

Director
JW Ventures
WorldBI Speaker

Vidit Nagpal

Director- Sales, India
ISS Global Forwarding
WorldBI Speaker

Suhas Subhushan

Associate Director & Head -Supply Chain  
Aurigene Oncology
WorldBI Speaker

Gaurav Loria

Group Chief Quality Officer & Head Operations (Sr. VP)  
Apollo Hospitals
WorldBI Speaker

Arun Kumar K.S.

Group Chief Quality Officer & Head Operations (Sr. VP)  
Apollo Hospitals

TEJAS MEHTA

Assistant VP Head Logistics and MSS
Reliance Life Sciences

AVINASH KUMAR TALWAR

VP-MRO & Pkg. Material Sourcing (Strategic & Plant), Global SCM
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

PRAMOD S. PANDIT

Sr. VP & Head Commercial (Strategic Sourcing & Procurement)
Ajanta Pharma
WorldBI Speakers

GAURAV BHATIA

Head-Planning, GM- Supply Chain
Reliance Retail Pharma
WorldBI Speaker

Vijay Shetty

Sr. VP- Global Distribution & Supply Chain  
Alkem Laboratories
WorldBI Speaker

Manish Agrawal

Lead- Logistics- Pharma, International Business  
Kusum Healthcare
WorldBI Speaker

Surendra Deodhar

VP- Materials  
Reliance Life Sciences
WorldBI Speaker

Dr. Arloph J Vieira

Sr. GM- Operations  
Bajaj Healthcare
WorldBI Speaker

Dharmesh Jain

AVP- Packaging Procurement  
Reliance Life Sciences
WorldBI Speaker

Bhupendra Kumar

Head- Logistics  
IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals
WorldBI Speaker

Sugeet Chopra

Sr. VP- SCM  
Strides Pharma Science
WorldBI Speaker

Rajesh Shetty

Lead- Supply Chain  
Roche Pharma India
WorldBI Speaker

Sourabh Sengupta

Sr. VP- SCM
Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies 
WorldBI Speaker

Rajesh Srivastava

GM- NPR/Indirect Procurement
Lupin
WorldBI Speaker

Abhay Srivastava

Sr. President- Operations
Mankind Pharma
WorldBI Speaker

Balakrishna Nadella

Head - Global Supply Chain, Sr. GM
Jodas Expoim

Agenda

Know and find out why 60+ supply chain experts attend PHARMACONNECT every year

07:30 AM: Registration Start

07:30 AM - 08:30 AM: Networking over Tea/ Coffee

08:30 AM - 08:45 AM: Welcome, Opening Address and Inauguration with Lamp Lighting

09:50 AM - 10:00 AM: First - Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

10:00 AM - 10:40 PM: Networking over Tea and Snacks

11:30 AM – 11:40 AM: Second - Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

12:20 PM - 12:30 PM: Third - Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

12:30 PM - 12:40 PM: Fourth – Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

12:40 PM - 01:40 PM: Networking Lunch

02:30 PM - 02:40 PM: Fifth - Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

03:30 PM - 03:40 PM: Sixth - Presentation / Case Study / Interview / Fireside

03:40 PM - 04:10 PM: Evening Coffee/Tea Break

05:10 PM - 05:20 PM: Vote of Thanks

05:20 PM - 05:40 PM: Sponsor Partners Felicitation

06:00 PM: Networking Cocktail Reception

07:00 PM: Networking Dinner

The gold standard of CARGOCONNECT’s elite series of ‘Connect’ conferences

Hear It from Our Satisfied Clients

A splendid platform for pharma supply chain professionals, who have unquestionably been benefited after attending this conference. The panel sessions gives an international exposure with respect to most recent trends in the industry and how these can be implemented in day-to-day activities.

Vinod Mulay, Bilcare

Compliments for organising a wonderful gathering of various partners active in the Indian pharma supply chain sector. The distinctive feature of this event was the practical discussions, augmented by the networking opportunities.

Surendra Deodhar, Reliance Life Sciences

It was a great event. Very well organised and a lot of knowledge exchanging took place on the logistics of pharmaceuticals related topics.

Sanjay Kulkarni, Glenmark Pharma

It was indeed a pleasure being part of PHARMACONNECT. I am sure all the expert comments would certainly help the Indian pharma logistics trade flourish.

Vikas Rajput, CIPLA

An amazing and one-of-a-kind event with excellent arrangements. Good sequence of panel discussions and superb hospitality, overall a truly satisfactory PHARMACONNECT.

Rajesh J Rao, Cadila Pharmaceuticals

It was one of a kind conference and hospitality was superb. Lot of learning and knowledge sharing happened during the panel discussions.

Stanley Fernandes, Bharat Serums and Vaccines

I truly see that the event turned out very fruitful for all participants. Looking forward to a grander PHARMACONNECT next year.

Brijendra Kumar, Mankind Pharma

PHARMACONNECT at start of the year, is of great importance bringing pan-India pharma users under one roof, giving stakeholders rarest of opportunity to understand the services offered to pharma users, hear their experience and what they further desire to plan their supply chain seamlessly.

Lt. Bharat Thakkar, Zeus Air Services

It was a wonderful event and our heartfelt congratulations to the entire team for putting together such a good show. All the best to the team for their future endeavours.

Arvind Aggarwal, Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Management

It was a pleasure meeting the top personnel from the field. For future, I would suggest we talk about compliances and regulatory policies/bodies within India catering to both domestic and international market, and also challenges to set compliance at each stage in line with the present scenario.

Jayanthi Bandi, Exceed Logistics

Awards

PHARMACONNECT AWARDS 2025

As part of PHARMACONNECT 2025, the PHARMACONNECT AWARDS 2025 will honour exceptional achievements in the pharmaceutical supply chain sector. These prestigious awards aim to recognise and celebrate organisations for their innovation, resilience, and excellence in driving the Pharma Supply Chain industry forward.

Register Now for the PHARMACONNECT AWARDS 2025

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Past Editions’ Highlights

PHARMACONNECT has grown into one of Asia’s largest pharmaceutical logistics and supply chain conferences. Past editions featured industry-leading panels, interactive workshops, and case studies from top executives across the globe. The 2025 edition promises even more in-depth insights and networking opportunities to keep attendees ahead of the curve in this ever-evolving industry.

Event Location

Novotel Mumbai International Airport

Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063

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Organiser

CARGOCONNECT is a monthly publication by Surecommedia, recognised as a leading magazine in the logistics and supply chain sector for the past quartercentury. The magazine is highly regarded for its insightful coverage of key industry trends and developments. In addition to its monthly issues, CARGOCONNECT publishes an annual India Warehousing Handbook, serving as a comprehensive guide for industry professionals. The magazine is also known for organising nine specialised conferences, each focusing on different segments of the supply chain, including Project Cargo, Durables, Automotive, Pharma, Chemicals, Apparel, FMCG, E-commerce, and Cold Chain. Furthermore, CARGOCONNECT hosts the prestigious industry awards 'CARGOCHAMPS,' recognising excellence and innovation in the logistics and supply chain sectors.