Core Viewpoint - Heng Rui Medicine's SHR-A1904 has been included in the list of breakthrough therapeutic varieties by the National Medical Products Administration, marking a significant advancement in the ADC (antibody-drug conjugate) sector, which is expected to grow substantially in the oncology treatment market [1][2]. Group 1: Company Developments - SHR-A1904 is a targeted Claudin18.2 antibody-drug conjugate developed by Heng Rui Medicine, with a cumulative R&D investment of approximately 174 million yuan [2]. - The company has also received approval for clinical trials of SHR-A2102, another ADC targeting Nectin-4, with a cumulative R&D investment of about 248 million yuan [2]. - Heng Rui Medicine has established a proprietary technology platform for ADCs, with over 5,000 patients across 15 tumor types validated globally, and more than 10 differentiated ADC molecules successfully approved for clinical use [3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The ADC drug market is experiencing explosive growth, with the global market size surpassing $10 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $66.2 billion by 2030, according to Frost & Sullivan [6]. - Other innovative pharmaceutical companies, such as Cangzhou Jianan, Bai Li Tianheng, and Ke Lun Bo Tai, are also making significant advancements in ADC development, indicating a competitive landscape in the sector [4]. - Chinese companies are becoming key players in global ADC innovation, with increasing recognition of the value of Chinese ADC assets in international collaborations [6].
多家创新药企竞相发力 ADC药物研发提速