Galderma Begins Trading in the Swiss Market Index, Joining Switzerland's Leading Blue Chip Companies

 

ZUG, Switzerland -

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Galderma (SIX: GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today begins trading as a constituent of the Swiss Market Index (SMI), Switzerland's leading blue chip equity benchmark comprising 20 of the country's largest and most liquid listed companies.

Less than three years after its IPO on the SIX Swiss Exchange in March 2024, Galderma has established itself as one of Switzerland's leading listed companies. Its inclusion in the SMI reflects the company's strong growth, disciplined execution and increasing relevance in Swiss and international capital markets as it advances its ambition to become the world's leading dermatology powerhouse.

Since its IPO, Galderma has continued to execute its growth-focused integrated dermatology strategy, delivering strong performance across Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Net sales increased from 4.410 billion USD in 2024 to 5.207 billion USD in 2025, driven by science-led innovation, portfolio and geographic expansion, and momentum across all three product categories.

This momentum has continued in 2026, with net sales increasing by 24.6% year-on-year at constant currency in the first half of the year. Based on this stronger-than-anticipated trajectory, Galderma raised its full-year 2026 net sales growth guidance to 19-21% at constant currency, from 17-20% previously, while reaffirming its Core EBITDA margin guidance of approximately 26% at constant currency in a year of significant margin expansion.

Galderma today has a broad shareholder base, with L'Oréal Group holding 20% of the company’s shares and 80% of its shares in free float, further strengthening Galderma’s position in public markets.

 

“Joining the Swiss Market Index marks another milestone in Galderma’s evolution as a public company and reflects the strong momentum we have built since our IPO. Our inclusion in the SMI is recognition of the confidence investors have in our strategy and future growth prospects. With significant opportunities ahead, we remain focused on advancing our innovation pipeline, strengthening our leadership in dermatology and creating long-term value. I would like to thank our employees, healthcare professional partners and shareholders for their continued trust and support.”

 

FLEMMING ØRNSKOV, M.D., MPH

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

GALDERMA

 

About Galderma

Galderma (SIX: GALD) is the pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ – the skin – meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more information: www.galderma.com.

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Alushibe Holding Group inaugure un nouveau siège emblématique au cœur de Benghazi

BENGHAZI, Libye - mardi, 15. septembre 2026

La branche d’ingénierie du groupe, Arcadia, réalise ce projet emblématique de 45 000 pieds carrés, qui constitue le premier projet d’un portefeuille de projets de 7,15 millions de pieds carrés prévu pour la ville.

 

Alushibe Holding Group, l’un des plus grands groupes diversifiés de Libye et l’un des principaux employeurs privés du pays, a annoncé aujourd’hui l’inauguration officielle de son nouveau siège mondial dans le quartier de Beloun, à Benghazi. Ce bâtiment emblématique marque une étape majeure dans l’engagement à long terme du groupe envers la ville et dans son rôle continu dans la reconstruction de Benghazi.

Conçu et construit par Arcadia Engineering Consultancy, qui fait partie de la division Ingénierie et Infrastructures d’Alushibe Holding Group, le siège s’étend sur 45 000 pieds carrés d’espaces de travail et accueille plus de 70 membres de l’équipe dirigeante du groupe, ainsi que des dizaines de visiteurs et de partenaires venus du monde entier chaque jour. Il s’agit du premier projet achevé dans le cadre d’un portefeuille plus vaste de projets représentant 7,15 millions de pieds carrés que le groupe prévoit de développer à travers Benghazi.

Baptisé Alushibe Headquarters, le bâtiment réunit design avant-gardiste, innovation technologique et infrastructures de pointe. Ses espaces de travail modernes, ses espaces verts, ses lieux de loisirs, ainsi que ses services et équipements sur site, permettent de créer un environnement de travail de classe mondiale pensé pour répondre aux exigences de l’avenir du travail, et s’impose comme une nouvelle addition dynamique au quartier de Beloun.

« Depuis plus de 18 ans, Alushibe Holding Group est profondément implanté à Benghazi », a déclaré Ahmed Gadalla, Président du conseil d’administration d’Alushibe Holding Group. « L’inauguration de notre siège ne représente pas seulement un investissement majeur dans cette ville, mais témoigne également de notre engagement envers nos partenaires et nos clients à travers le monde. En créant des environnements de travail de classe mondiale où nos collaborateurs peuvent s’épanouir, nous renforçons notre capacité à poursuivre notre expansion, à soutenir davantage l’économie locale et à servir nos clients en Libye comme à l’échelle internationale ».

Un engagement en faveur de l’économie de Benghazi

Alushibe Holding Group demeure l’un des principaux employeurs de Benghazi, avec plus de 6 000 employés répartis dans six divisions. À travers Arcadia et l’ensemble de ses activités, Alushibe Holding Group poursuit ses investissements dans les secteurs de l’industrie, de la santé, du commerce et des destinations. Ces investissements couvrent notamment de grandes installations industrielles, des hôpitaux, des centres commerciaux, des projets mixtes, ainsi que des infrastructures dédiées à l’hôtellerie et au divertissement.

Une composante d’un investissement plus large dans la ville

Dans le cadre du projet de développement de son siège, Alushibe Holding Group a entrepris la modernisation des infrastructures du quartier environnant, en lançant notamment des travaux de réaménagement des rues et des trottoirs de Beloun, afin d’améliorer l’accessibilité et de valoriser davantage le quartier. Le groupe a également investi dans la rénovation et l’agrandissement des bureaux de ses filiales à travers la Libye, ainsi que dans certains sites internationaux.

À propos d’Alushibe Holding Group

Alushibe Holding Group est un groupe holding libyen diversifié dont le siège est établi à Benghazi et qui dispose d’un bureau à Dubaï. Fort d’activités commerciales remontant à 2008, le groupe opère à travers six divisions : biens de consommation, commerce de détail et destinations, industrie, santé, ingénierie et infrastructures, et services. Il emploie plus de 6 000 personnes et sert des millions de clients. Le groupe développe des usines, des destinations commerciales, des établissements de santé et des infrastructures qui permettent de renforcer l’économie libyenne et à soutenir la croissance nationale à long terme.

 

 

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Alushibe Holding Group Opens Iconic New Headquarters in Benghazi

Benghazi, Libya - Tuesday, 15. September 2026

The group's engineering arm, Arcadia, delivers a 45,000 sq ft landmark — the first project in a 7.15 million sq ft investment pipeline for the city.

 

Alushibe Holding Group, one of Libya's largest diversified groups and private employers, today announced the opening of its new global headquarters in Benghazi's Beloun district, marking a major milestone in its long-term commitment to the city and its reconstruction.

Designed and built by Arcadia Engineering Consultancy, part of the group's Engineering & Infrastructure division, the 45,000 sq ft headquarters is home to more than 70 management team members and welcomes guests and partners from around the world. It is the first completed project in the group's 7.15 million sq ft development pipeline across Benghazi.

Named Alushibe Headquarters, the building combines modern design with smart technology, advanced infrastructure, contemporary workstations, green spaces, entertainment, and on-site amenities, creating a world-class workplace and a vibrant addition to Beloun.

For more than 18 years, Alushibe Holding Group has been rooted in Benghazi," said Ahmed Gadalla, Chairman of Alushibe Holding Group. "The opening of our headquarters is not only an investment in this city, but also a commitment to partners and clients who work with us around the world. By building world-class environments where our people can thrive, we are strengthening our ability to keep expanding, boosting the economy, and serving clients both in Libya and globally

A commitment to Benghazi's economy

With more than 6,000 employees across six divisions, we are the Benghazi's largest employers. Through Arcadia and its wider operations, the group is investing across industrials, healthcare, retail and destinations, including factories, hospitals, malls, mixed use developments, hospitality, and entertainment.

Part of a broader investment in the city

As part of the headquarters project, the group has upgraded surrounding infrastructure, including work on Beloun's streets and sidewalks to improve accessibility and enhance the district. It has also renovated and expanded offices for subsidiaries across Libya and select international locations.

About Alushibe Holding Group

Alushibe Holding Group is a diversified Libyan holding group headquartered in Benghazi, with an office in Dubai. Building on business activities dating back to 2008, it operates across consumer goods, retail and destinations, industrials, healthcare, engineering and infrastructure, and services. The group develops businesses and infrastructure that strengthen Libya's economy and support long-term national growth.

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Pierre Le Manh to Step Down as PMI President and CEO

PHILADELPHIA - Monday, 21. September 2026

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Project Management Institute (PMI), the leading authority in project management, today announced that Pierre Le Manh has decided to step down as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 30, 2026. Johannes Heinlein, Chief Growth Officer, has been appointed Interim President & Chief Executive Officer of PMI, also effective September 30, 2026.

Pierre Le Manh joined PMI in September 2022. During his four-year tenure, he led the development and execution of PMI’s current strategy, strengthened its leadership team, expanded its capabilities through acquisitions and partnerships, and positioned PMI for a profession being rapidly transformed by artificial intelligence and a greater focus on project success.

“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Pierre Le Manh for his leadership and his commitment to PMI,” said Ike Nwankwo, Chair of the PMI Board of Directors. “PMI has a clear strategy, a strong leadership team and significant momentum. Pierre leaves the organization well positioned for the future. Pierre will be missed.”

“Being the CEO of PMI has been an extraordinary privilege,” said Pierre Le Manh. “I came here with a clear job to do. Four years later, PMI has a clear strategy and a strong leadership team. We have grown strongly in every region so far this year. This feels like the right moment to step down and for me to take on another substantial challenge that gives me renewed energy and where I can make the greatest contribution in the future. I am deeply grateful to our Board, our teams, and PMI’s members and volunteers around the world.”

In accordance with robust operational continuity processes and succession planning in place at PMI, the Board will conduct a search for a permanent President & CEO for PMI and expects to share further details in the coming months. But in the meantime, under Heinlein’s leadership, this transition supports the continuity of PMI operations and strategic priorities so it can continue to be a worldwide leader in the project management profession.

“We are fortunate to have a leader of Johannes’s experience and institutional knowledge ready to step in,” said Nwankwo. “The Board has confidence in his ability to guide PMI and maintain our strong momentum as we conduct our search for a permanent CEO."

At PMI, Heinlein currently serves as Chief Growth Officer, leading advocacy, community, research, education, and business growth worldwide. He previously held leadership roles across Europe, Asia Pacific, and North America, including at Harvard University, MIT, and Deloitte. At Harvard, he directed university-wide change initiatives in the President's Office before becoming Chief Commercial Officer and SVP of Strategic Partnerships at edX, the Harvard/MIT-founded online learning platform.

“I am honored by the trust the Board has placed in me and for the opportunity to lead PMI and maintain our strong momentum while the Board completes its search for a permanent CEO. I’d also like to thank Pierre Le Manh for his leadership over the past four years,” said Heinlein. “PMI’s mission has never mattered more, and I look forward to working with our Board, our leadership team, and our members worldwide to keep building on the progress we’ve made together.”

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About Project Management Institute

PMI is the leading authority in project success. Since 1969, PMI has shone a light on the people and advanced practices behind successful projects. Supported by a global community of millions of project professionals and by thousands of corporations, government agencies and academic institutions, PMI provides the knowledge, resources and certifications to lead projects and transformations effectively and responsibly. Join PMI in elevating our world – one project at a time. Connect with us at www.pmi.org, linkedin.com/company/projectmanagementinstitute, on Instagram @pmi_org, and on TikTok @PMInstitute.

 

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Lenovo and Schneider Electric Partner to Bring Decarbonization Tools and Expertise to IT Channel Partners

 New partnership gives channel partners a practical pathway to measure emissions, build decarbonization roadmaps, and demonstrate sustainability progress

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Lenovo today announced that Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, will join Lenovo 360 Circle as a strategic ally to bring decarbonization expertise and management tools directly to IT channel partners.

Lenovo 360 Circle is Lenovo’s global sustainability community, bringing together channel partners worldwide to collaborate on shared challenges, accelerate sustainability transformation, and turn sustainability ambitions into business opportunities. Through its Allyship program, Lenovo 360 Circle connects partners with leading technology and industry organizations to enable collaboration and provide access to specialized expertise that helps partners accelerate their sustainability goals.

As its newest strategic ally, Schneider Electric will bring its Decarbonization Champion initiative to the community, giving eligible members access to carbon management tools and hands-on support from Schneider Electric Advisory Services specialists to measure their emissions, identify opportunities for reduction, and develop a practical decarbonization roadmap for their business.

“Every partner's sustainability journey is unique, but the need for action has never been greater,” said Paul Tyrer, Vice President, Global AI Enterprise and Partner Ecosystem, Schneider Electric. “Through the Decarbonization Champion offer, we're building the momentum needed to address the broader Scope 3 challenge and drive lasting progress across our industry. Now partners can accelerate progress on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions with tailored guidance and practical roadmaps aligned to their individual needs. The Decarbonization Champions will be recognized as the leading partners in the IT industry who are setting the highest standard for sustainability by turning ambition into measurable impact."

The business case for decarbonization

As sustainability requirements become increasingly relevant to customer decisions, RFPs, and supply chains, channel partners face growing expectations to demonstrate credible progress. Building the ability to measure and demonstrate that progress can help partners meet evolving customer requirements and differentiate their businesses.

For many organizations, however, knowing where to start can be a challenge. Decarbonization requires companies to first understand where their greenhouse gas emissions come from, identify opportunities to reduce them, and translate those insights into practical actions with measurable results.

“Sustainability is no longer only about commitments; it is increasingly influencing market access, customer preference, and business growth,” said Virginie le Barbu, Lenovo’s Executive Director of Global Sustainability for International Markets. “Through Lenovo 360 Circle and our collaboration with Schneider Electric, partners gain practical decarbonization expertise that helps them strengthen their competitiveness and respond to evolving customer expectations.”

How the Decarbonization Champion initiative works

Building on Lenovo 360 Circle's existing Connect, Learn and Lead journey, Schneider Electric’s Decarbonization Champion initiative provides eligible partners with a four-stage pathway combining education, carbon management tools, and specialist support to help them understand their emissions and translate that insight into action:

Build knowledge: Develop sustainability and decarbonization expertise through Schneider Electric Sustainability School and Lenovo 360 Sustainability Learning Paths.

Measure impact: Access carbon management tools to establish a Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions baseline, providing the data needed to understand environmental impact. Partners completing the education and measurement stages will earn Schneider Electric Decarbonization Champion recognition.

Build the roadmap: Receive hands-on support from Schneider Electric specialists, including a remote site audit, strategy workshop and jointly developed decarbonization roadmap to help identify and prioritize opportunities for action.

Take action and demonstrate progress: Implement priority initiatives identified through the roadmap and track progress over time. Partners that choose to implement eligible Schneider Electric solutions can also access rebate opportunities to support their decarbonization actions.

The pathway is designed as an ongoing cycle of measurement and continuous improvement rather than a one-time sustainability assessment.

Two sustainability leaders, one partner ecosystem

The partnership brings together complementary strengths: the scale and engagement of Lenovo 360 Circle with Schneider Electric's specialist expertise and proven experience in decarbonization.

Today, Lenovo 360 Circle brings together more than 861 partners across 68 markets and has demonstrated measurable progress across participating partners through independent ClimateChoice benchmarking. Schneider Electric brings deep experience helping organizations translate sustainability goals into action, including supporting its top 1,000 suppliers in reducing operational emissions by 56 percent between 2021 and 2025.

Both companies were also recognized as Champions in Omdia’s global Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix 2026, reflecting their respective approaches to advancing sustainability across their broader ecosystems.

Together, Lenovo and Schneider Electric can extend practical decarbonization capabilities across an established global partner community, helping partners move from sustainability knowledge to measurement, planning and action.

Learn more at the Lenovo 360 Partner Hub.

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high-performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning more than 20 research and development locations and a global supply chain that includes more than 30 manufacturing sites across 11 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Learn more at www.lenovo.com and follow the latest news in our newsroom.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies. Learn more about Advancing Energy Tech on Schneider Electric Insights.

Related resources: The detailed sustainability results and highlights are available in Schneider Electric’s sustainability reports, published alongside the Group’s financial results.

 

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Diligent Unveils New Agentic Capabilities in Diligent One to Power the Future of Governance, Risk and Compliance

 New capabilities help organizations move from fragmented information to confident action while keeping people in control

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diligent, the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions, today announced a major enhancement to Diligent One, its native AI platform, at Gartner’s Enterprise Risk, Audit and Compliance Conference (ERAC).

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“For many organizations, GRC work is slowed by fragmented systems, manual coordination and time-consuming reporting processes,” said Brian Stafford, President and CEO of Diligent. “Our latest agentic capabilities help teams cut through that complexity by connecting context, surfacing what matters and driving faster execution — while keeping governance and professional judgement at the center."

An orchestration agent that coordinates work and approvals

The orchestration agent in Diligent One gives GRC professionals a natural-language interface to coordinate audit and risk work. Instead of simply answering questions, it enables users to describe what they need, and routes work to the right specialized agents to execute workflows. Agents are built on Diligent One’s connected GRC data, giving them the domain knowledge to execute workflows across the audit and risk lifecycle, automating the work that slows practitioners down without replacing human judgement.

Through Diligent One, specialized agents:

Help risk teams move from periodic assessments to continuous management by working directly in Diligent Enterprise Risk Management. The agent monitors risk data, cleans records, coordinates assessments, follows up on overdue actions, escalates issues and surfaces emerging risks.

Help internal audit teams plan and execute audits faster by turning manual preparation into conversational workflows in Diligent Audit. The agent identifies relevant risks, maps them to audit objectives, links existing controls and supports evidence collection, testing and findings development.

In addition, AI reporting turns live risk and controls data into board-ready reports and insights on demand. Using conversational prompts or templates, teams can quickly surface key findings and generate polished, secure, source-cited reports in minutes instead of days — eliminating hours spent manually pulling together data, insights and presentations.

“Risk and audit teams are being asked to look beyond what happened yesterday and give the business the insights it needs to make better decisions today and tomorrow,” said Scott Bridgen, General Manager, Risk & Audit at Diligent. “That means moving from static, point-in-time reporting to always-on monitoring that can identify changes as they happen and trigger action in real time, with the right level of oversight, approval and accountability.”

AI that reasons like a GRC expert

At the foundation of Diligent One is the GRC brain, a connected intelligence layer that links regulations, obligations, policies, controls, risks, evidence and actions. By connecting this information, the GRC brain gives agents the domain knowledge to work like an experienced GRC practitioner, equipped with deep context of how information connects across the business.

This connected intelligence gives Diligent One’s agents the ability to reason across relationships to deliver sharper insights and clearly explain the rationale behind the recommendations. The result is practical, actionable intelligence that helps GRC teams prioritize work, surface potential gaps and respond more efficiently to emerging risks. The GRC brain will become available in select Diligent solutions in October.

Diligent is showcasing its latest agentic capabilities at Gartner ERAC in Dallas on September 15-16, Booth 201.

Learn more about Diligent’s AI capabilities at www.diligent.com/platform/diligent-ai

About Diligent

Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance. The Diligent One Platform gives practitioners, the C-suite and the board a consolidated view of their entire GRC practice so they can more effectively manage risk, build greater resilience and make better decisions, faster. Learn more at diligent.com. Follow Diligent on LinkedIn and Facebook.

 

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Takeda Employees Select Four New Global Corporate Social Responsibility Collaborations to Advance Climate-Resilient Health Systems

 OSAKA, Japan & CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -

2026 Awardees are Corus International, Humanity & Inclusion Handicap International, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh)

Commitment of USD 22.2 Million Increases Takeda’s Total Global CSR Program Contributions to USD 260.9 Million Across 42 Diverse Collaborations Worldwide, With 20 Currently Ongoing in 42 Countries

 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE: TAK) announced that it has awarded a total of USD 22.2 million to four new Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partners as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting climate-resilient health systems in low- and middle-income countries around the world and aligned with the company’s purpose of better health for people, brighter future for the world. As climate change, extreme weather events and shifting global aid priorities continue to challenge healthcare access, Takeda is advancing its 2026 collaborations with the goal of expanding equitable access, strengthening health system resilience and improving patient outcomes. These efforts focus on locally led solutions that enhance health infrastructure, prepare the healthcare workforce and leverage innovation to sustain essential services for climate-vulnerable communities.

“Takeda has made a generational promise to improve health, and for the last 10 years, our Global CSR Program has given our people a meaningful way to put that promise into practice,” said Giles Platford, president of the International Business Unit at Takeda. “Significant, sustainable impact takes more than a single investment. It requires working with local partners who understand the needs in their communities and can help strengthen the systems people rely on. We are proud to support this year’s awardees as they address the challenging effects of climate change on healthcare systems and patients.”

Takeda’s commitments to these new awardees in 2026 include:

USD 6.4 million to Corus International. Linking climate-adaptive early warning, resilient service delivery and disaster preparedness aiming to protect the continuity of essential health services in Nepal.

“Climate shocks are reshaping where and when diseases strike, and too often the communities with the least warning are most impacted,” said Daniel V. Speckhard, President & CEO of Corus International. “Thanks to Takeda's generous support and partnership, Corus will help communities in Nepal predict outbreaks before they spread, strengthen health facilities against climate disasters, and equip communities to respond early. Together, we're building an early warning model that will be sustained by government and can be scaled beyond Nepal.”

USD 6.1 million to Humanity & Inclusion Handicap International. Strengthening inclusive, climate-resilient health systems by increasing workforce capacity, community preparedness and accessible facility adaptation in Honduras and Peru.

“We are honored to be selected as a Takeda Global CSR Program FY2026 awardee,” said Manuel Patrouillard, General Director of Humanity and Inclusion Handicap International. “This project makes a stronger alliance to support communities facing climate-related health risks, especially children, older adults, and people with disabilities across Honduras and Peru.”

USD 5.1 million to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Readying the pharmacy workforce as frontline workers, advancing climate-responsive care through capacity building and greener practices in Ghana.

“Takeda's support gives us an excellent opportunity to put pharmacists right at the heart of how we respond to climate change and health,” said Prof. Christian Agyare, Vice Chancellor of KNUST. “Through PharmAdapt project we will train our pharmacists, prepare them for emergencies, and build standards that will last well beyond this project. This partnership means KNUST, supported by Takeda, can lead the way in creating practical tools and lessons that other countries across West Africa, and beyond, can learn from.”

USD 4.6 million to Terre des hommes Foundation (TdH). Supporting the building of climate resilient primary healthcare through facility retrofits, early warning and community preparedness in Egypt and Lebanon.

“I am deeply grateful for Takeda’s support. This partnership represents an important investment in the health and resilience of vulnerable communities in Egypt and Lebanon, helping pregnant women, newborns, and children access climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable health services,” said Barbara Hintermann, Director General of Tdh. “This collaboration will generate critical evidence on what works, helping to shape scalable solutions and inform policies that strengthen health systems and safeguard children’s future in an increasingly climate-affected world.”

About Takeda

Takeda is focused on creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. We aim to discover and deliver life-transforming treatments in our core therapeutic and business areas, including gastrointestinal and inflammation, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience and vaccines. Together with our partners, we aim to improve the patient experience and advance a new frontier of treatment options through our dynamic and diverse pipeline. As a leading values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan, we are guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet. Our employees in approximately 80 countries and regions are driven by our purpose and are grounded in the values that have defined us for more than two centuries. For more information, visit www.takeda.com.

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Tsuyoshi Tada (Tokyo)

toiawase_kouhou@takeda.co.jp

Kristi Bond (Boston)

Media_Relations@takeda.com