SpeeDx and SynGenis Partner for Custom Oligonucleotide Synthesis
28.9.2021 01:00:00 EEST | Business Wire | Press release
SpeeDx Pty, Ltd. a developer of innovative molecular diagnostic solutions announced investment in SynGenis Pty Ltd., an experienced oligonucleotide manufacturer based in Western Australia. The partnership will bolster internal capacity of SpeeDx to support large-scale increases in manufacturing while developing and expanding sovereign capacity of important raw materials used in molecular diagnostics.
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In addition to securing local supply chain to strengthen sovereign capacity for critical diagnostics and a more robust national health infrastructure, SpeeDx investment in local industry serves to fast track the growth and reach of SynGenis in the global diagnostics market. (Graphic: Business Wire)
“We have invested considerable resources into our production scale-up processes to support the increase in testing seen as a result of the global pandemic,” said Tom Lin, SpeeDx Director of Global Operations. “Enhancing our access to quality raw materials ensures we remain committed to maintaining supply chain security for our customers worldwide.”
The increased demand for COVID-19 diagnostics has in turn increased global demand for the oligonucleotide raw materials that form the basis of molecular diagnostic products. In addition to this supply chain burden, reduced flights and increased customs challenges entering Australia has complicated freight and delivery times from overseas suppliers. SpeeDx investment in local oligonucleotide manufacturing reduces supply chain risk and develops stronger sovereign capacity for critical diagnostics for a more robust national health infrastructure.
“As Australia’s experienced commercial oligonucleotide manufacturer with significant expertise, we are delighted to have this strategic partnership to supply custom oligonucleotides with highest quality and fast turnaround time,” said Rakesh Veedu, SynGenis Founder and Managing Director. SynGenis Chairman Steve Arnott said “The partnership with SpeeDx is a strong vote of confidence in the capability and capacity of Syngenis staff and operations and provides a significant platform for our future development.
In addition to securing local supply chain, SpeeDx investment in local industry serves to fast track the growth and expand the reach of SynGenis in the global diagnostic market.
About SpeeDx
Founded in 2009, SpeeDx is an Australian-based private company with subsidiary offices in Austin, Texas and London, UK, with distributors across Europe. SpeeDx specializes in molecular diagnostic solutions that go beyond simple detection to offer comprehensive information for improved patient management. Innovative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology has driven market-leading multiplex detection and priming strategies. Product portfolios focus on multiplex diagnostics for sexually transmitted infection (STI), antibiotic resistance markers, and respiratory disease. For more information on SpeeDx please see: https://plexpcr.com
About SynGenis
Founded in 2020, SynGenis is an Australian oligonucleotide manufacturing company with excellent facilities based in Bentley Technology Park. SynGenis specializes in the production and supply of high-quality oligonucleotides including DNA, RNA and modified oligonucleotides for use in RNA therapeutics, diagnostics and drug delivery applications. With our expertise in oligonucleotide synthesis chemistry and state-of-the-art equipments, we support our customers from the R&D phase right through to commercial production. For more information on SynGenis please see: https://www.syngenis.com/
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Contact information
Contacts for SpeeDx:
Madeline O’Donoghue
+61 2 9209 4170
madelineo@speedx.com.au
Contacts for SynGenis:
Sofie De Meyer
+61 491 711 542
sofie@syngenis.com
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