Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026
Conference overview
Become sponsor of Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026, click here
2026 EDITION: NEW FRONTIERS IN STERILE INDUSTRY
The Pharma Microbiology Congress, organized by Pharma Education Center, is recognized as one of the most important and appreciated European conferences dedicated to sterile manufacturing.
This year edition aims to capture a forward looking vision on how sterile manufacturing will evolve over the next years: technological innovation, digitalization, proactive quality management systems, a robust, science based contamination control strategies and, of course, compliance with regulatory expectations will be the main drivers for the next years.
The congress will serve as a meeting point for experts from regulatory agencies, pharmaceutical companies, consultancies, industry associations, and technology providers creating a collaborative environment to shape the future of the sterile manufacturing together.
CONGRESS FORMAT:
📅 VIRTUAL | October 20-21
A dynamic program featuring key presentations on the latest regulatory updates, best practices, and strategies, along with insightful webinars on cutting-edge technologies aimed at improving the manufacturing and control of sterile medicines.
🏛 FACE-TO-FACE DAY 1
October 29 + Networking Aperitivo | NH Milano Congress Center, Italy
We will kick off the face-to-face congress agenda with a session fully dedicated to alternative methods, followed by two interactive workshops led by CRL and Rapid Micro.
In a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, we will welcome you to an exclusive Networking APERITIVO, offering a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, colleagues, speakers, and sponsors.
🏛 FACE-TO-FACE DAY 2
October 30 | NH Milano Congress Center, Italy
The in-person program will showcase contributions from leading international speakers, emergent technology representatives, key opinion leaders, and representatives from EU Regulatory Bodies.
This year the congress will include:
12 Thematic Sessions
12 interactives round tables/QA
33 technical speeches
8 webinars on cutting-edge technologies
1 Lectio Magistralis
2 interactives workshops
Road to Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026
ROAD TO PMC 2026 IN PROGRESS
FOLLOW THE ROAD TO PMC 2025
The initiative will see us and the sponsors working in synergy, before the conference, by organizing a series of thematic webinars and interviews.
Subscribe to the official LinkedIn page and don’t miss them!
The Pharma Microbiology Congress offers:
- An interactive format designed to foster knowledge sharing and networking.
- High-quality scientific content, providing attendees with the opportunity to learn from renowned international SMEs.
- A platform to share strategies, innovative ideas, and cutting-edge technologies to face the future of sterile manufacturing.
- The connection with pharmaceutical professionals including key decision-makers at various career levels.
Why attend?
EXPERTS & KOLs OF THE FIELD WILL SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AND KNOW HOW:
From regulatory issues to the most technical aspects, our speakers will share their deep expertise with the audience through speeches, round tables and question times: ask questions, rate the ones coming from the audience and let us know what is important for you to know.
STAY UPDATED ON THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES
Each day, a session dedicated to new technologies and technological advances that are changing the world of sterile manufacturing. Don’t miss webinars, interviews and demonstrations, and chat with real experts of the field!
Who should attend?
The event is aimed specifically at Pharma, Biotech and Medical Device Companies, Regulatory bodies and Technology Suppliers involved in the manufacturing and control of Sterile medicines.
AGENDA 2026 IN PROGRESS
TOPICS AND SESSIONS 2026 IN PROGRESS
SPEAKERS 2025 – SPEAKERS 2026 IN PROGRESS

Gabriele Gori
Global Compliance and Auditing Head | Chiesi, and Past Chair Science Advisory Board (SAB) | PDA

Francesco Boschi
Microbiology and Aseptic Support – Internal Manufacturing Operational Quality | Pfizer Global Supply

Tracy Moore
Founder and CEO | TM Pharma Group Ltd and former MHRA Expert EU GMDP Inspector

Fernanda Ferrazin
Life Sciences Expert, Former GMP Inspector | AIFA

Patrizia Muscas
Sterility Assurance Director, Global TS.MS | Eli Lilly and Company

James Drinkwater
Head of PHSS Aseptic Processing and Containment Special Interest Group and Franz Ziel Head of GMP compliance and Aseptic Processing support

Lucia Ceresa
Freelance Pharmaceutical Consultant & PDA Italy Chapter Board | PDA Italy Chapter

Alan Moon
Director of AM GMP Limited and former Lead Senior GMDP Inspector at MHRA | AM GMP

Marisa Delbò
Former Head of the Italian GMP Inspectorate and of GMP API Inspection and Manufacturing Authorization Office

Jesùs Chesa Jiménez
Head of GMP Inspection Area, Inspection Area Pharmaceutical Inspection and Enforcement Department | AEMPS

Johannes Oberdörfer
Field Application Scientist | Rapid Micro Biosystems

Alicia Ruiz Mahillo
Group Quality Microbiology and Sterility Assurance Manager | COMPASS by FAMAR

Cristiano Sabelli
Scientific and Medical Affairs Director | Copan

Veronika S. Wills
Director, Global Technical Services | Associates of Cape Cod, Inc.
Elena Salsi
Operational Quality Director – B&D (Biopharm and Device Division) | GSK

Arndt Neues
Industry Sales Manager Medical & Pharma | Omron

Oleg Krut
Head of Microbial Safety Department | Paul Ehrlich Institut (PEI)

Scott Six
Microbiologist Research & Development (R&D) | BD Life Sciences

Isabelle Hoenen
Senior Advisor Quality | Eli Lilly France

Francesca Caprioli
Laboratory Director | LIGHTHOUSE Instruments

Gilberto Dalmaso
CEO and Senior Pharma Advisor | GDM Pharma Consulting Srl

Matthew Stevenson
International Sales Channel Manager | Associates of Cape Cod, Inc.

Matteo Viganó
European Food & Industry Microbiology Sales Representative | Bruker Microbiology & Infection Diagnostics

Maria Paola Baini
Global Quality Engineering Front End Lead | Lonza

Varadharaj Vijayakumar
Associate Director – Manufacturing (Aseptic Fill-Finish) | Terumo Pharmaceutical Solutions Division, Germany

Duncan Barlow
Scientific Portfolio Specialist Microbial Solutions | Charles River Laboratories

Laurent Berliet
Technical Support Specialist – Europe | Mesalabs

Caitlin Cooke
Scientist, Global Product Development, Pharmaceutical Technology and Development | AstraZeneca

Andrei Ihnatsenka
International Sales Manager | SherpaPharma

Devis Lamberti
Quality Unit Head & Qualified Person | Recipharm

Ylhem Logon
Global Marketing Manager, Environmental Monitoring | BioMérieux

Andrew Hopkins
Senior Director of Compliance /Lachman Consultants and former MHRA GMP Expert | Lachman Consultants

Alice Le Gatt
Global Change Facilitator| Biophorum

Allison Scott
Principal Scientist | BWT Pharma & Biotech Inc

Beatrice Baldon
Sterility Assurance Lead | Thermofisher

Barbara Scolaro
System Integration & Testing Senior Engineer | C&P Engineering

Anna Campanella
Global Aseptic Processing & Sterility Assurance Lead | Takeda

Enrica Mantovani
Global MSAT Drug Product Sterility Assurance and Cleaning Validation Lead | Lonza

Federica Baldin
R&D Specialist | De Lama

Franziska Graf
Trainee Microbiology and Monitoring Quality Control | Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH, Germany

Guido Rovera
Sales & Marketing Director | De Lama

Martina Cavenaghi
Sales Engineer – Lifesciences and Food | Staubli Robotics Italy

Marco Bianchi
Marketing Manager | De Lama

Hana Dvorackova
Global Product Manager | Bruker Microbiology & Infection Diagnostics

Matteo Tagliabue
Products Processes Manager | Steriline

Miriam Meinersmann
Expert GMP Compliance and Documentation Microbiology and Monitoring Quality Control | Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH, Germany

Reinhold Keller
CEO | Sagamo AG

Sebastian Rutell
Associate Process Engineer in PAT | Novo Nordisk

Terrence Hollis
Sr. Manager, Global Technology Engineering & Launch| Pfizer

Vanessa Vasadi Figueroa
Founder & Chief Executive Microbiologist | VVF Science

Carlo Casalino
Production Process & Documentation Supervisor | Merck

Daniela Maggiulli
Aseptic Operations Specialist | Merck

Denny Lazzari
Business Development Manager | Ecolab

Chris Berridge
Global Technical consultant, Bio-decontamination specialist | Ecolab
SPONSOR 2026 IN PROGRESS
Biogenetics Diagnostics
Bronze Sponsor

Biogenetics Diagnostics
Bronze Sponsor
Biogenetics Diagnostics has been an Italian distributor of industrial and clinical microbiology solutions since 1978, with a strong focus on the pharmaceutical sector. The company provides products and services for microbiological monitoring, supporting businesses in regulatory compliance.
Among its solutions, SherpaPharma is a cloud-based software for microbiological environmental monitoring, enabling data analysis and management while ensuring compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11. The system guarantees data traceability and integrity according to ALCOA+ principles.
Biogenetics Diagnostics also distributes Microbiologics microbial strains, used in pharmaceutical microbiological testing, with customization options to meet the latest regulatory requirements, including Annex I. The company offers the Custom Environmental Isolate Controls service, providing strains identified through 16S sequencing and mass spectrometry, lyophilized and certified to ensure stability and safety.
Finally, for microbiological environmental sampling, Biogenetics Diagnostics distributes Copan’s SRK® flocked swab, compliant with ISO 18593:2018 standards, suitable for various monitoring applications in the pharmaceutical industry.
Visit our website »
BioMérieux
Gold Sponsor

BioMérieux
Gold Sponsor
A global leader in in vitro diagnostics for more than 55 years, bioMérieux has always been driven by a pioneering spirit and unrelenting commitment to provide innovative diagnostic solutions that improve patient health and ensure consumer safety. The patient has always been at the center of our strategy of developing products with high medical and economic value. In guiding the Company’s development, bioMérieux has always focused on meeting healthcare challenges all over the world. In a world where viruses and bacteria know no borders, our international outreach is an integral part of bioMérieux’s history. Today, we are present in 43 countries and serve more than 160 countries. We also have 19 bio-industrial sites and 20 R&D centers worldwide.
Visit our website »
Charles River
Platinum Sponsor

Charles River
Platinum Sponsor
As the partner of choice for managing microbial quality control, the Charles River purposely-built Microbial Solutions portfolio of Endosafe® endotoxin testing, Accugenix® microbial identification and Celsis® microbial detection solutions provides clients with the critical, decision-driving data necessary to help bring products to market safely and efficiently.
Visit our website »
Copan
Gold Sponsor

Copan
Gold Sponsor
NewLab is one of the newest Copan business units, aiming to provide technologically advanced automated solutions for industrial microbiology. The NewLab innovative approach enables companies and laboratories to benefit from efficient sample processing that guarantees solid quality performance.
PharmaLab™, is our platform designed specifically for pharmaceutical industries, capable of digital plate incubation and reading for environmental monitoring to offer reliable results through any audit trail.
NewLab is ready to deal with any request and tailor solutions to your needs in today’s fast-paced technological scene. Considered a strategic technological partner, Copan NewLab supports any of your complex projects.
Visit our website »
Ecolab
Silver Sponsor

Ecolab
Silver Sponsor
Ecolab Life Sciences is a trusted partner in cleaning, protecting, and optimizing pharmaceutical operations. We provide solutions for maintaining clean plants, managing classified environments, and helping ensure compliance with industry regulations. Our focus is on delivering processes and solutions that drive productivity, consistency, and sustainability.
Visit our website »
Euroclone
Exhibitor

Euroclone
Exhibitor
Euroclone is recognized by customers in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry as a partner for the development and production of active ingredients and new therapies, as well as for quality control of injectables and medical devices. In collaboration with Lonza Group, a leading brand in the sector, we provide services and products for Quality Control of endotoxins and total pyrogens through MAT and BET methods. Together with our distributors, we are able to offer innovative and comprehensive solutions for Drug Discovery, Bioprocessing, Gene & Cell Therapy workflows.
Visit our website »
MBV
Bronze Sponsor

MBV
Bronze Sponsor
For over 40 years, we have developed high-quality air samplers for measuring microbial air contamination. With MAS-100®, launched in 1996 and continuously refined, we are the global market leader. Headquartered in Stäfa, Zurich, our instruments are produced and assembled in Switzerland and used worldwide in pharma, cosmetics, food, medical device manufacturing, and research. Our stationary and portable solutions ensure reliable contamination control. Driven by collaboration, trust, and ambition, we strive to exceed expectations—because perfection is human.
Visit our website »
Mettler Toledo
Gold Sponsor

Mettler Toledo
Gold Sponsor
METTLER TOLEDO è leader mondiale nella produzione di strumenti di precisione e servizi per il laboratorio, l’industria, l’analitica di processo, l’ispezione prodotti.
- Soluzioni di laboratorio: pipette, analisi termica, bilance e strumenti analitici essenziali per ricerca e controllo qualità.
- Analitica di processo: sensori per misurare i parametri analitici fondamentali direttamente in linea.
- Pesatura industriale: bilance industriali e soluzioni per la formulazione e il conteggio pezzi.
- Ispezione prodotti: i nostri sistemi di rivelazione metalli, controllo peso, ispezione visiva e raggi-X garantiscono qualità, protezione dei consumatori e del marchio.
- Assistenza tecnica: forniamo supporto lungo l’intero ciclo di vita degli strumenti.
Visit our website »
ProductLife Group/LifeBee
Silver Sponsor

ProductLife Group/LifeBee
Silver Sponsor
ProductLife Group’s mission is to improve human health by delivering regulatory compliance services for the safe and effective use of medical solutions.
Since 30 years, PLG supports clients through the entire product life cycle, combining local expertise with global reach spanning more than 150 countries. It provides consulting and outsourcing services in the areas of regulatory affairs, quality and compliance, market access, vigilances and medical information, covering both established products and innovative therapeutics & diagnostics.
With a goal of continuously improving the value delivered to people and customers, PLG is committed to long-term partnership, innovation, flexibility, and cost efficiency.
Visit our website »
Rapid Micro Biosystems
Platinum Sponsor

Rapid Micro Biosystems
Platinum Sponsor
Rapid Micro Biosystems® (RMB) creates, sells, validates, and services innovative products for fast, accurate, and efficient detection of microbial contamination in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, biologics, biotechnology products, medical devices, and personal care products. The company’s Growth Direct® is the only fully automated, non-destructive growth-based system for multiple QC test applications: environmental monitoring, water, and bioburden. Automating rapid compendial QC micro testing ensures data integrity, compliance, and operational efficiencies. RMB is dedicated to providing groundbreaking technology and products to support companies in their journey to achieve greater reliability, efficiency, and better predictability, ultimately providing higher quality products for improved patient outcomes.
Visit our website »
Steriline
Exhibitor

Steriline
Exhibitor
Steriline is a well-established European manufacturer, highly specialized in the production of complete lines for the aseptic processing of injectable products, supplying pharmaceutical companies worldwide.
Steriline was founded in 1989 in the Lake Como area (Italy), where its headquarters and manufacturing facilities are still based. With operations in over 50 countries around the world, Steriline has a network of over 400 people, including direct employees and external partners, in addition to 40 local sales representatives. Export represents more than 90% of Steriline’s turnover, with over 2000 machines installed throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.S.A.
Steriline develops, manufactures, and supplies a comprehensive range of solutions, including both mechanical and robotic applications for aseptic processing. These applications are consistent with vials, ampoules, cartridges and syringes and can handle toxic or non-toxic products in both liquid and powder form. Steriline’s complete lines include equipment ranging from washing machines, depyrogenation tunnels, filling and capping machines, to external decontamination machines and barrier systems such as LAF, oRABS, cRABS and isolators.
Visit our website »
Become a sponsor
The Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026 provides an excellent opportunity to get in touch with microbiology/sterility assurance professionals and decision makers. To sponsor the event, contact us!
Check out our sponsorship opportunities here: Become PMC Sponsor
Conference Venue
Step 1
On October 20-21 the event will be VIRTUAL to grant you the possibility of joining the conference even from your office or home, wherever you may be.
We have organized a true virtual location, a space where you will be able to:
- Follow the live streaming of the congress, listen to experts and opinion makers and be informed about latest trends and technological breakthroughs in sterile manufacturing
- Visit the VIRTUAL EXHIBITION AREA and all the stands of our sponsors
- Join Q&A times and round tables to discuss the current hot topics in the field
- Chat with our sponsors and learn about new technologies and services to ease your daily work and increase the performance
Step 2
COCKTAIL DINNER
Reserve your place to meet and network with your colleagues, experts and opinion leaders!
Let’s finally meet face to face in Milan on October 29-30! A great chance to meet in person the PMC experts and colleagues. The conference will be hosted in the wonderful spaces of NH Milano Congress Centre, in Assago, Milan.
By plane
From Malpensa Airport:
-
- take the bus to the central station, then the subway towards Assago Milanofiori Forum
- take the express train from Malpensa to the Cadorna station, then the Green subway in the direction of Assago Milanofiori Forum.
From Linate Airport:
take the bus to San Babila station, then the subway towards Assago Milanofiori Forum.
By train
From Centrale or Cadorna train station, take green line subway to Assago Milanofiori Forum.
By tram
From Piazza del Duomo:
take the red subway line towards RHO FIERAMILANO and change at CADORNA. Take the green line towards ASSAGO MILANOFIORI FORUM and get off at the Assago Milanofiori Forum stop. Walk for about 7 minutes to reach the hotel.
Conference overview
Become sponsor of Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026, click here
2026 EDITION: NEW FRONTIERS IN STERILE INDUSTRY
The Pharma Microbiology Congress, organized by Pharma Education Center, is recognized as one of the most important and appreciated European conferences dedicated to sterile manufacturing.
This year edition aims to capture a forward looking vision on how sterile manufacturing will evolve over the next years: technological innovation, digitalization, proactive quality management systems, a robust, science based contamination control strategies and, of course, compliance with regulatory expectations will be the main drivers for the next years.
The congress will serve as a meeting point for experts from regulatory agencies, pharmaceutical companies, consultancies, industry associations, and technology providers creating a collaborative environment to shape the future of the sterile manufacturing together.
CONGRESS FORMAT:
📅 VIRTUAL | October 20-21
A dynamic program featuring key presentations on the latest regulatory updates, best practices, and strategies, along with insightful webinars on cutting-edge technologies aimed at improving the manufacturing and control of sterile medicines.
🏛 FACE-TO-FACE DAY 1
October 29 + Networking Aperitivo | NH Milano Congress Center, Italy
We will kick off the face-to-face congress agenda with a session fully dedicated to alternative methods, followed by two interactive workshops led by CRL and Rapid Micro.
In a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, we will welcome you to an exclusive Networking APERITIVO, offering a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, colleagues, speakers, and sponsors.
🏛 FACE-TO-FACE DAY 2
October 30 | NH Milano Congress Center, Italy
The in-person program will showcase contributions from leading international speakers, emergent technology representatives, key opinion leaders, and representatives from EU Regulatory Bodies.
This year the congress will include:
12 Thematic Sessions
12 interactives round tables/QA
33 technical speeches
8 webinars on cutting-edge technologies
1 Lectio Magistralis
2 interactives workshops
Road to Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026
ROAD TO PMC 2026 IN PROGRESS
FOLLOW THE ROAD TO PMC 2025
The initiative will see us and the sponsors working in synergy, before the conference, by organizing a series of thematic webinars and interviews.
Subscribe to the official LinkedIn page and don’t miss them!
The Pharma Microbiology Congress offers:
- An interactive format designed to foster knowledge sharing and networking.
- High-quality scientific content, providing attendees with the opportunity to learn from renowned international SMEs.
- A platform to share strategies, innovative ideas, and cutting-edge technologies to face the future of sterile manufacturing.
- The connection with pharmaceutical professionals including key decision-makers at various career levels.
Why attend?
EXPERTS & KOLs OF THE FIELD WILL SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AND KNOW HOW:
From regulatory issues to the most technical aspects, our speakers will share their deep expertise with the audience through speeches, round tables and question times: ask questions, rate the ones coming from the audience and let us know what is important for you to know.
STAY UPDATED ON THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES
Each day, a session dedicated to new technologies and technological advances that are changing the world of sterile manufacturing. Don’t miss webinars, interviews and demonstrations, and chat with real experts of the field!
Who should attend?
The event is aimed specifically at Pharma, Biotech and Medical Device Companies, Regulatory bodies and Technology Suppliers involved in the manufacturing and control of Sterile medicines.
AGENDA 2026 IN PROGRESS
TOPICS AND SESSIONS 2026 IN PROGRESS
SPEAKERS 2025 - SPEAKERS 2026 IN PROGRESS

Gabriele Gori
Global Compliance and Auditing Head | Chiesi, and Past Chair Science Advisory Board (SAB) | PDA

Francesco Boschi
Microbiology and Aseptic Support – Internal Manufacturing Operational Quality | Pfizer Global Supply

Tracy Moore
Founder and CEO | TM Pharma Group Ltd and former MHRA Expert EU GMDP Inspector

Fernanda Ferrazin
Life Sciences Expert, Former GMP Inspector | AIFA

Patrizia Muscas
Sterility Assurance Director, Global TS.MS | Eli Lilly and Company

James Drinkwater
Head of PHSS Aseptic Processing and Containment Special Interest Group and Franz Ziel Head of GMP compliance and Aseptic Processing support

Lucia Ceresa
Freelance Pharmaceutical Consultant & PDA Italy Chapter Board | PDA Italy Chapter

Alan Moon
Director of AM GMP Limited and former Lead Senior GMDP Inspector at MHRA | AM GMP

Marisa Delbò
Former Head of the Italian GMP Inspectorate and of GMP API Inspection and Manufacturing Authorization Office

Jesùs Chesa Jiménez
Head of GMP Inspection Area, Inspection Area Pharmaceutical Inspection and Enforcement Department | AEMPS

Johannes Oberdörfer
Field Application Scientist | Rapid Micro Biosystems

Alicia Ruiz Mahillo
Group Quality Microbiology and Sterility Assurance Manager | COMPASS by FAMAR

Cristiano Sabelli
Scientific and Medical Affairs Director | Copan

Veronika S. Wills
Director, Global Technical Services | Associates of Cape Cod, Inc.
Elena Salsi
Operational Quality Director – B&D (Biopharm and Device Division) | GSK

Arndt Neues
Industry Sales Manager Medical & Pharma | Omron

Oleg Krut
Head of Microbial Safety Department | Paul Ehrlich Institut (PEI)

Scott Six
Microbiologist Research & Development (R&D) | BD Life Sciences

Isabelle Hoenen
Senior Advisor Quality | Eli Lilly France

Francesca Caprioli
Laboratory Director | LIGHTHOUSE Instruments

Gilberto Dalmaso
CEO and Senior Pharma Advisor | GDM Pharma Consulting Srl

Matthew Stevenson
International Sales Channel Manager | Associates of Cape Cod, Inc.

Matteo Viganó
European Food & Industry Microbiology Sales Representative | Bruker Microbiology & Infection Diagnostics

Maria Paola Baini
Global Quality Engineering Front End Lead | Lonza

Varadharaj Vijayakumar
Associate Director – Manufacturing (Aseptic Fill-Finish) | Terumo Pharmaceutical Solutions Division, Germany

Duncan Barlow
Scientific Portfolio Specialist Microbial Solutions | Charles River Laboratories

Laurent Berliet
Technical Support Specialist – Europe | Mesalabs

Caitlin Cooke
Scientist, Global Product Development, Pharmaceutical Technology and Development | AstraZeneca

Andrei Ihnatsenka
International Sales Manager | SherpaPharma

Devis Lamberti
Quality Unit Head & Qualified Person | Recipharm

Ylhem Logon
Global Marketing Manager, Environmental Monitoring | BioMérieux

Andrew Hopkins
Senior Director of Compliance /Lachman Consultants and former MHRA GMP Expert | Lachman Consultants

Alice Le Gatt
Global Change Facilitator| Biophorum

Allison Scott
Principal Scientist | BWT Pharma & Biotech Inc

Beatrice Baldon
Sterility Assurance Lead | Thermofisher

Barbara Scolaro
System Integration & Testing Senior Engineer | C&P Engineering

Anna Campanella
Global Aseptic Processing & Sterility Assurance Lead | Takeda

Enrica Mantovani
Global MSAT Drug Product Sterility Assurance and Cleaning Validation Lead | Lonza

Federica Baldin
R&D Specialist | De Lama

Franziska Graf
Trainee Microbiology and Monitoring Quality Control | Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH, Germany

Guido Rovera
Sales & Marketing Director | De Lama

Martina Cavenaghi
Sales Engineer – Lifesciences and Food | Staubli Robotics Italy

Marco Bianchi
Marketing Manager | De Lama

Hana Dvorackova
Global Product Manager | Bruker Microbiology & Infection Diagnostics

Matteo Tagliabue
Products Processes Manager | Steriline

Miriam Meinersmann
Expert GMP Compliance and Documentation Microbiology and Monitoring Quality Control | Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH, Germany

Reinhold Keller
CEO | Sagamo AG

Sebastian Rutell
Associate Process Engineer in PAT | Novo Nordisk

Terrence Hollis
Sr. Manager, Global Technology Engineering & Launch| Pfizer

Vanessa Vasadi Figueroa
Founder & Chief Executive Microbiologist | VVF Science

Carlo Casalino
Production Process & Documentation Supervisor | Merck

Daniela Maggiulli
Aseptic Operations Specialist | Merck

Denny Lazzari
Business Development Manager | Ecolab

Chris Berridge
Global Technical consultant, Bio-decontamination specialist | Ecolab
SPONSOR 2026 IN PROGRESS
Biogenetics Diagnostics
Bronze Sponsor

Biogenetics Diagnostics
Bronze Sponsor
Biogenetics Diagnostics has been an Italian distributor of industrial and clinical microbiology solutions since 1978, with a strong focus on the pharmaceutical sector. The company provides products and services for microbiological monitoring, supporting businesses in regulatory compliance.
Among its solutions, SherpaPharma is a cloud-based software for microbiological environmental monitoring, enabling data analysis and management while ensuring compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11. The system guarantees data traceability and integrity according to ALCOA+ principles.
Biogenetics Diagnostics also distributes Microbiologics microbial strains, used in pharmaceutical microbiological testing, with customization options to meet the latest regulatory requirements, including Annex I. The company offers the Custom Environmental Isolate Controls service, providing strains identified through 16S sequencing and mass spectrometry, lyophilized and certified to ensure stability and safety.
Finally, for microbiological environmental sampling, Biogenetics Diagnostics distributes Copan’s SRK® flocked swab, compliant with ISO 18593:2018 standards, suitable for various monitoring applications in the pharmaceutical industry.
Visit our website »
BioMérieux
Gold Sponsor

BioMérieux
Gold Sponsor
A global leader in in vitro diagnostics for more than 55 years, bioMérieux has always been driven by a pioneering spirit and unrelenting commitment to provide innovative diagnostic solutions that improve patient health and ensure consumer safety. The patient has always been at the center of our strategy of developing products with high medical and economic value. In guiding the Company’s development, bioMérieux has always focused on meeting healthcare challenges all over the world. In a world where viruses and bacteria know no borders, our international outreach is an integral part of bioMérieux’s history. Today, we are present in 43 countries and serve more than 160 countries. We also have 19 bio-industrial sites and 20 R&D centers worldwide.
Visit our website »
Charles River
Platinum Sponsor

Charles River
Platinum Sponsor
As the partner of choice for managing microbial quality control, the Charles River purposely-built Microbial Solutions portfolio of Endosafe® endotoxin testing, Accugenix® microbial identification and Celsis® microbial detection solutions provides clients with the critical, decision-driving data necessary to help bring products to market safely and efficiently.
Visit our website »
Copan
Gold Sponsor

Copan
Gold Sponsor
NewLab is one of the newest Copan business units, aiming to provide technologically advanced automated solutions for industrial microbiology. The NewLab innovative approach enables companies and laboratories to benefit from efficient sample processing that guarantees solid quality performance.
PharmaLab™, is our platform designed specifically for pharmaceutical industries, capable of digital plate incubation and reading for environmental monitoring to offer reliable results through any audit trail.
NewLab is ready to deal with any request and tailor solutions to your needs in today’s fast-paced technological scene. Considered a strategic technological partner, Copan NewLab supports any of your complex projects.
Visit our website »
Ecolab
Silver Sponsor

Ecolab
Silver Sponsor
Ecolab Life Sciences is a trusted partner in cleaning, protecting, and optimizing pharmaceutical operations. We provide solutions for maintaining clean plants, managing classified environments, and helping ensure compliance with industry regulations. Our focus is on delivering processes and solutions that drive productivity, consistency, and sustainability.
Visit our website »
Euroclone
Exhibitor

Euroclone
Exhibitor
Euroclone is recognized by customers in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry as a partner for the development and production of active ingredients and new therapies, as well as for quality control of injectables and medical devices. In collaboration with Lonza Group, a leading brand in the sector, we provide services and products for Quality Control of endotoxins and total pyrogens through MAT and BET methods. Together with our distributors, we are able to offer innovative and comprehensive solutions for Drug Discovery, Bioprocessing, Gene & Cell Therapy workflows.
Visit our website »
MBV
Bronze Sponsor

MBV
Bronze Sponsor
For over 40 years, we have developed high-quality air samplers for measuring microbial air contamination. With MAS-100®, launched in 1996 and continuously refined, we are the global market leader. Headquartered in Stäfa, Zurich, our instruments are produced and assembled in Switzerland and used worldwide in pharma, cosmetics, food, medical device manufacturing, and research. Our stationary and portable solutions ensure reliable contamination control. Driven by collaboration, trust, and ambition, we strive to exceed expectations—because perfection is human.
Visit our website »
Mettler Toledo
Gold Sponsor

Mettler Toledo
Gold Sponsor
METTLER TOLEDO è leader mondiale nella produzione di strumenti di precisione e servizi per il laboratorio, l’industria, l’analitica di processo, l’ispezione prodotti.
- Soluzioni di laboratorio: pipette, analisi termica, bilance e strumenti analitici essenziali per ricerca e controllo qualità.
- Analitica di processo: sensori per misurare i parametri analitici fondamentali direttamente in linea.
- Pesatura industriale: bilance industriali e soluzioni per la formulazione e il conteggio pezzi.
- Ispezione prodotti: i nostri sistemi di rivelazione metalli, controllo peso, ispezione visiva e raggi-X garantiscono qualità, protezione dei consumatori e del marchio.
- Assistenza tecnica: forniamo supporto lungo l’intero ciclo di vita degli strumenti.
Visit our website »
ProductLife Group/LifeBee
Silver Sponsor

ProductLife Group/LifeBee
Silver Sponsor
ProductLife Group’s mission is to improve human health by delivering regulatory compliance services for the safe and effective use of medical solutions.
Since 30 years, PLG supports clients through the entire product life cycle, combining local expertise with global reach spanning more than 150 countries. It provides consulting and outsourcing services in the areas of regulatory affairs, quality and compliance, market access, vigilances and medical information, covering both established products and innovative therapeutics & diagnostics.
With a goal of continuously improving the value delivered to people and customers, PLG is committed to long-term partnership, innovation, flexibility, and cost efficiency.
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Rapid Micro Biosystems
Platinum Sponsor

Rapid Micro Biosystems
Platinum Sponsor
Rapid Micro Biosystems® (RMB) creates, sells, validates, and services innovative products for fast, accurate, and efficient detection of microbial contamination in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, biologics, biotechnology products, medical devices, and personal care products. The company’s Growth Direct® is the only fully automated, non-destructive growth-based system for multiple QC test applications: environmental monitoring, water, and bioburden. Automating rapid compendial QC micro testing ensures data integrity, compliance, and operational efficiencies. RMB is dedicated to providing groundbreaking technology and products to support companies in their journey to achieve greater reliability, efficiency, and better predictability, ultimately providing higher quality products for improved patient outcomes.
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Steriline
Exhibitor

Steriline
Exhibitor
Steriline is a well-established European manufacturer, highly specialized in the production of complete lines for the aseptic processing of injectable products, supplying pharmaceutical companies worldwide.
Steriline was founded in 1989 in the Lake Como area (Italy), where its headquarters and manufacturing facilities are still based. With operations in over 50 countries around the world, Steriline has a network of over 400 people, including direct employees and external partners, in addition to 40 local sales representatives. Export represents more than 90% of Steriline’s turnover, with over 2000 machines installed throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.S.A.
Steriline develops, manufactures, and supplies a comprehensive range of solutions, including both mechanical and robotic applications for aseptic processing. These applications are consistent with vials, ampoules, cartridges and syringes and can handle toxic or non-toxic products in both liquid and powder form. Steriline’s complete lines include equipment ranging from washing machines, depyrogenation tunnels, filling and capping machines, to external decontamination machines and barrier systems such as LAF, oRABS, cRABS and isolators.
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Become a sponsor
The Pharma Microbiology Congress 2026 provides an excellent opportunity to get in touch with microbiology/sterility assurance professionals and decision makers. To sponsor the event, contact us!
Check out our sponsorship opportunities here: Become PMC Sponsor
Conference Venue
Step 1
On October 20-21 the event will be VIRTUAL to grant you the possibility of joining the conference even from your office or home, wherever you may be.
We have organized a true virtual location, a space where you will be able to:
- Follow the live streaming of the congress, listen to experts and opinion makers and be informed about latest trends and technological breakthroughs in sterile manufacturing
- Visit the VIRTUAL EXHIBITION AREA and all the stands of our sponsors
- Join Q&A times and round tables to discuss the current hot topics in the field
- Chat with our sponsors and learn about new technologies and services to ease your daily work and increase the performance
Step 2
COCKTAIL DINNER
Reserve your place to meet and network with your colleagues, experts and opinion leaders!
Let’s finally meet face to face in Milan on October 29-30! A great chance to meet in person the PMC experts and colleagues. The conference will be hosted in the wonderful spaces of NH Milano Congress Centre, in Assago, Milan.
By plane
From Malpensa Airport:
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- take the bus to the central station, then the subway towards Assago Milanofiori Forum
- take the express train from Malpensa to the Cadorna station, then the Green subway in the direction of Assago Milanofiori Forum.
From Linate Airport:
take the bus to San Babila station, then the subway towards Assago Milanofiori Forum.
By train
From Centrale or Cadorna train station, take green line subway to Assago Milanofiori Forum.
By tram
From Piazza del Duomo:
take the red subway line towards RHO FIERAMILANO and change at CADORNA. Take the green line towards ASSAGO MILANOFIORI FORUM and get off at the Assago Milanofiori Forum stop. Walk for about 7 minutes to reach the hotel.
Sign up for the conference
Face to Face (29-30/10/26) | 400€ |
Virtual (20-21/10/26) | 700€ |
Virtual + Face to Face (20-21/10/26 and 29-30/10/26) | 930€ |
Attendance to the event will be allowed upon receipt of payment.
* Hospitals, Universities and freelancers get a 40% discount on published prices (discounts cannot be combined).














