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Virtual

Dec 03, 2025 1:30 PM - Dec 03, 2025 5:30 PM

(Central Europe Standard Time)

EMA Information Day on submission predictability of initial marketing authorisation

The focus of this interactive Information Day will be to enhance a common understanding, raise awareness of the challenges for the EU regulatory network and to share best practices for planning and preparing submissions, as well as communicating changes.

Session 2 -Submission Predictability in Initial Marketing Authorisation: An Industry Perspective

Session Chair(s)

Aimad  Torqui

Aimad Torqui

Head of Division European cooperation and veterinary affairs

MEB, Netherlands

This session examines submission predictability from the industry's perspective, highlighting the challenges and uncertainties faced during the development of a Global Submission. It will illustrate effective case studies where submission dates were adjusted while keeping all key stakeholders and regulators informed in advance. Drawing on available insights & learnings and guidance, the industry will share best practices for planning a submission, strengthening dialogue with regulators and improving predictability of submissions for all stakeholders.

Speaker(s)

Pedro  Franco, PharmD, PhD, MS, MSc

Industry representatives’ viewpoints & learnings on submission predictability

Pedro Franco, PharmD, PhD, MS, MSc

Merck Serono Limited, United Kingdom

Senior Director for Global Regulatory & Scientific Policy (GRASP)

Stefan  Schwoch, PhD, RPh

Cases studies on submission predictability

Stefan Schwoch, PhD, RPh

Eli Lilly and Company Limited, United Kingdom

VP Global Regulatory Affairs EMEA

Rebecca  Lumsden, PhD

Rebecca Lumsden, PhD

Sanofi, United Kingdom

Head of Regulatory Science & Policy EU/AMEE

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