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Innovent Biologics Announces Global Strategic Partnership with Takeda to Bring Innovent's Next Gen IO Backbone Therapy and ADC Molecules to the Global Market
Prnewswireยท2025-10-22 00:25

Core Insights - Innovent Biologics has entered a strategic global collaboration with Takeda to advance next-generation immuno-oncology (IO) and antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) cancer therapies aimed at developing transformative cancer treatments for patients worldwide [1][2]. Collaboration Details - The partnership will focus on several investigational medicines within Innovent's IO+ADC pipeline, including IBI363, IBI343, and IBI3001, with IBI363 currently in Phase 3 clinical stage [2][4]. - Innovent and Takeda will co-develop IBI363 globally, sharing development costs at a ratio of 40/60, and will co-commercialize it in the U.S. [5][7]. - Takeda will receive exclusive commercialization rights for IBI343 outside Greater China, while also having an option for IBI3001 [5][10]. Financial Aspects - Innovent will receive an upfront payment of US$1.2 billion, which includes a strategic equity investment of US$100 million at a 20% premium to the average share price [13][14]. - The total deal value could reach up to US$11.4 billion, including potential milestone payments and royalties [14]. Product Highlights - IBI363 is a first-in-class PD-1/IL-2 bispecific antibody fusion protein that has shown promising results in clinical trials, particularly in immunotherapy-resistant lung cancer [4][6]. - IBI343 is an innovative ADC targeting CLDN18.2, currently in Phase 3 trials for gastric and gastroesophageal cancers, and has received Breakthrough Designation in China [9][10]. - IBI3001 is a first-in-class bispecific ADC targeting B7-H3 and EGFR, currently in Phase 1 clinical trials [11][12]. Strategic Goals - The collaboration aims to redefine cancer treatment globally by leveraging Innovent's R&D capabilities and Takeda's extensive experience in drug development and commercialization [3][5]. - This partnership is a significant step in Innovent's strategic roadmap to expand its global footprint and enhance its position as a leading biopharmaceutical company [3].