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GDPA Participated as an Observer in the EMA GMDP-IWG Interested Parties Meeting

On 11 June 2026, the “Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) / Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Inspectors Working Group Interested Parties Meeting” took place online. Alfred Hunt attended on behalf of GDPA as an observer, supporting the association in staying closely connected to regulatory discussions and tracking upcoming GDP developments early.

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GDP Non-Compliance Report: Missed CAPA Timelines lead to Refusal of GDP Certificate

Latvia’s competent authority published a GDP Statement of Non-Compliance in EudraGMDP dated 19 May 2026. The case shows that missed CAPA deadlines and insufficient evidence of compliance can result in refusal of a GDP certificate, even if no immediate product risk is identified.

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Questions and Answers from the ECA Webinar "GDP Update 2026" - Part 4

Around 120 participants attended the ECA Webinar “GDP Update 2026” in March. Many interesting aspects were discussed during the Q&A session. After the event, the speaker, Dr Christian Grote-Westrick, provided written responses to the submitted questions. We have compiled a selection of these questions and answers for you – read Part 4 here, covering the topics of veterinary medicinal products and computer system validation (CSV) / artificial intelligence (AI).

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European GDP Association Developments January through April 2026

Find out what the European GDP Association was working on and accomplished in the first four months of 2026 - in the latest report.

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Questions and Answers from the ECA Webinar "GDP Update 2026" - Part 3

Around 120 participants attended the ECA Webinar “GDP Update 2026” in March. Many interesting aspects were discussed during the Q&A session. After the event, the speaker, Dr Christian Grote-Westrick, provided written responses to the submitted questions. We have compiled a selection of these questions and answers for you – read Part 3 here, covering the topics of transport validation and Annex 15.

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How Are Service Providers Qualified in a GDP Environment?

The qualification of service providers performing outsourced activities within a GDP environment is essential to ensure the quality and integrity of medicinal products. In line with the EU GDP Guidelines, a documented, risk-based approach, including formal assessment, audits where appropriate, quality agreements, and ongoing performance monitoring, is required to ensure continued compliance with regulatory requirements.

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European GDP Association Developments January through April 2026

Find out what the European GDP Association was working on and accomplished in the first four months of 2026 - in the latest report.

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IPEC: Updated Stability Guide for Excipients

At the end of March 2026, the IPEC announced the updated Version 3 of its 'Excipient Stability Guide for Pharmaceutical Excipients' in a notice on its website. This was first published in 2010 and is currently only available and viewable in the IPEC members' area. Following a three-month period (expected to end on 30 June 2026), the updated guide is to be published in full.

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Implementation of GDP for Pharmaceutical Products in Hong Kong

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Hong Kong has launched a public consultation on implementing Good Distribution Practice (GDP) for pharmaceutical products in Hong Kong by adopting the PIC/S GDP Guide. Stakeholders are invited to comment on the draft guidance documents. The consultation period runs from 1 April to 31 May 2026.

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China's NMPA: Guiding Opinions & Q&A on Standardising Modern Pharmaceutical Logistics

China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has issued new Guiding Opinions on the standardisation of modern pharmaceutical logistics, accompanied by an official Q&A document to address key industry questions.

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