Government initiatives frequently provide increased funding and incentives to support the establishment of domestic manufacturing facilities and the development of local production capabilities. This influx of capital and supportive policies enables pharmaceutical companies to invest in advanced technologies and infrastructure for producing monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). The additional support for local production drives the Russian market growth by reducing dependency on imports, ensuring a stable supply of critical therapies, and fostering innovation within the domestic pharmaceutical sector.
According to estimates, the Russian pharmaceutical industry has been focusing on boosting domestic production but remains heavily reliant on imports, which totaled one trillion Russian rubles in 2022. With around 70% of medicines imported, there is a critical need for enhanced domestic production infrastructure, especially for high-value products such as monoclonal antibodies. This import value converts to approximately 13 billion USD.
To address its heavy reliance on imported pharmaceuticals, the Russian government has introduced various initiatives to bolster local production. For instance, the "Pharma 2030" strategy seeks to enhance domestic drug production, including monoclonal antibodies, targeting a 50% share by 2030.
This strategy encompasses investments in local manufacturing facilities, subsidies, and incentives to attract private sector involvement, thereby supporting the growth and self-sufficiency of the domestic pharmaceutical industry.
These factors collectively contribute to the anticipated growth of the Russian monoclonal antibodies market.
Authors:
Mariam Faizullabhoy, Gauri Wani
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The Russian monoclonal antibodies market was valued at approximately USD 2.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach around USD 7.5 billion by 2032, driven by a CAGR of 13.3% from 2024 to 2032.
The oncology segment held a market share of 39.1% in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 690 billion by 2032, driven by the growing prevalence of cancer diagnoses and the targeted therapeutic potential of monoclonal antibodies.
Hospitals accounted for a 52% market share in 2023 and are expected to grow significantly, driven by the integration of monoclonal antibodies into medical practice for precise diagnostics and effective treatments.
Major players in the industry include AbbVie, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Amgen, Boehringer Ingelheim International, BIOCAD, Biogen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly and Company, F. Hoffmann-La Roche, and Generium.