CHITOSE and FUJIFILM Biosciences partner to drive global innovation and biopharmaceutical manufacturing
Collaboration formed to accelerate biopharmaceutical manufacturing combining high performing CHO-MK cells and GMP-manufactured culture media
23 Dec 2025
Chitose Laboratory Corp. (CHITOSE) and FUJIFILM Biosciences Inc. have announced a new strategic alliance that leverages the strengths of both companies in advancing biopharmaceutical production.
CHITOSE’s expertise in cell line development using the established CHO-MK cells aligns seamlessly with FUJIFILM Biosciences’ advanced culture media development and manufacturing capabilities. By combining these complementary capabilities, the alliance will help accelerate biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and support the development of innovative solutions for the industry.
FUJIFILM Biosciences complements this innovation with its state-of-the-art GMP manufactured cell culture AdaptPD CHO-MK Platform Media, designed to optimize CHO-MK cell growth and productivity across diverse biopharmaceutical applications.
The growth characteristics of CHO-MK cells cultured in the optimized AdaptPD CHO-MK Platform Medium A and AdaptPD CHO-MK Feed 1 have made it possible to generate highly productive cells, resulting in higher titers and quality of the biopharmaceutical products.
The collaboration brings together the unique strengths of both companies to improve the way medicines are produced, supporting the development of new therapies for patients worldwide and helping more people access life-saving treatments.
“Together, the combined expertise of CHITOSE and FUJIFILM Biosciences is set to create comprehensive solutions that not only enhance manufacturing efficiencies but also provide an integrated approach to tackling challenges in the global biopharma landscape,” said Takayuki Horiuchi, chief technology officer at Chitose Laboratory Corp.
“We’re excited about this strategic alliance as it underscores a shared vision of advancing therapeutic development by providing solutions designed to meet the growing demand for making biopharmaceuticals more accessible for treating conditions,” said Yutaka Yamaguchi, chairman and chief executive officer at FUJIFILM Biosciences.