DUDE CHEM and CEO Sonja Jost Featured on the Cover of Handelsblatt!
(Sonja Jost on the cover of Handelsblatt - September 2024)
We are excited to share that DUDE CHEM and our CEO, Sonja Jost, have been prominently featured on the cover of Handelsblatt, one of Germany's most respected business newspapers. The article highlights DUDE CHEM’s groundbreaking work in sustainable chemical production and Sonja’s bold mission to bring Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) production back to Europe, reducing reliance on international suppliers, particularly from Asia.
Key Insights from the Handelsblatt Feature
The feature emphasizes the challenges of pharmaceutical supply chains in Europe and how DUDE CHEM is addressing these issues through its innovative green chemistry processes. Sonja Jost explains how DUDE CHEM’s approach, which integrates deep-tech and green chemistry, is not only making production more sustainable but also cost-competitive.
“The pharmaceutical supply chains are at risk, and Europe needs to regain control of its own API production. DUDE CHEM is here to make that happen, using methods that cut both costs and environmental impact.” — Sonja Jost
Through DUDE CHEM’s asset-light model, we partner with existing manufacturers in Europe, rather than owning our own production facilities. This model gives us the agility to scale rapidly while reducing CO2 emissions and waste. One of our processes, for example, delivers a 70% reduction in waste and a 40% lower CO2 footprint compared to conventional methods.
Our mission is not only to make pharmaceutical production more sustainable but to bring it back to Europe, where it can thrive in a more controlled and eco-friendly environment.
Driving Sustainable Innovation in Pharmaceuticals
DUDE CHEM is pioneering the shift towards sustainable API production by utilizing our proprietary green recipes, which adhere to the 12 principles of green chemistry. These recipes are then transferred to our European manufacturing partners, who produce high-quality chemicals at competitive costs, rivaling suppliers from regions like India.
This innovative model has attracted significant attention, including investments from leading European venture capitalists and collaboration with Prof. John Warner, one of the founding figures of Green Chemistry.
To learn more about how Sonja Jost and DUDE CHEM are reshaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing and contributing to a more sustainable world, Read Full Article on Handelsblatt
Recognition of Our Mission
This feature on Handelsblatt is an important milestone in our journey to create a more sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical production ecosystem in Europe. We are proud of this recognition and remain committed to leading the green chemistry revolution while strengthening Europe's independence in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
(Full article as published by Handelsblatt - Thursday, 10, September 2024)