Belgian value-added medicines specialist Hyloris Pharmaceuticals has bolstered its management team with the appointment of a chief operating officer, shortly after receiving eight European approvals for its Maxigesic IV pain treatment.

Stada has named Yann Brun to become the group’s new head of global development, portfolio, regulatory and business development, replacing Robert Knerr. The move is the latest in a string of key appointments at Stada as the firm builds on a series of acquisitions and deals.

The former CEO of Cipla’s India business is set to steer JB Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals, as the Indian firm embarks on a new phase of growth, backed by a revamped board, following its takeover by US private equity firm KKR.

Stada has appointed general managers for its businesses in Germany and Poland. Meanwhile, US and UK industry associations the AAM and BGMA have announced appointments, Glenmark has added an ex-Teva executive to its board of directors and the MHRA has named a new chair.

ANI Pharmaceuticals has chosen its new president and CEO to replace interim chief Patrick Walsh who stepped in after the departure Arthur Przybyl earlier this year. Meanwhile, key personnel announcements have also been made by Teva and Mylan.

Currently serving at the WHO, Emer Cooke is set to return to the EMA later this year in the role of executive director. She will have to tackle challenges posed by Brexit, COVID-19 and recent agency restructuring.