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知名药企突然被曝欠薪,有员工表示:离职流程没人推进,公司最新回应
21世纪经济报道· 2025-05-27 15:05
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the financial difficulties faced by Fangteng Pharmaceutical, a CRO company, due to salary delays and operational challenges, highlighting the broader issues within the CRO industry in China [3][4][12]. Company Overview - Fangteng Pharmaceutical was established in 2012 and has extensive experience in conducting over 1,000 Phase I to IV clinical trials across 25 therapeutic areas [3][6]. - The company was previously a subsidiary of Fang'en Pharmaceutical, which was rebranded as ClinChoice in 2020, and is set to become an independent entity from ClinChoice on January 29, 2024 [4][6][11]. Financial Issues - Since last year, Fangteng has made adjustments to its salary structure, leading to salary reductions and delays in wage payments, with employees reporting unpaid salaries for April and May [3][11]. - The company has faced claims that its financial difficulties stem from the freezing of accounts due to the transfer of 980 million yuan in receivables to its parent company [11]. Industry Context - The CRO industry in China has seen rapid growth since the 1990s, but recent years have brought significant challenges, including a decline in investment and an oversaturated market with increasing competition [6][13]. - The number of qualified clinical trial institutions in China has more than doubled from 625 in early 2018 to over 1,180 by 2022, leading to price reductions and increased competition among CROs [13][14]. Future Prospects - Despite current challenges, the CRO market in China is projected to grow significantly, with estimates suggesting it could reach $22.9 billion by 2025, up from $7.6 billion in 2020 [14]. - The article emphasizes the need for CRO companies, especially smaller ones, to focus on their core competencies and ensure sustainability in a challenging environment [14][15].
21调查|方腾医药欠薪:员工离职通道畅通 ,CRO急寻生机
2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao· 2025-05-27 12:36
Core Viewpoint - Fangteng Pharmaceutical is facing significant challenges, including salary arrears and operational difficulties, which have drawn attention to the broader issues within the CRO industry in China [1][2][7]. Company Overview - Fangteng Pharmaceutical, established in 2012, has developed rapidly in the CRO sector, providing clinical trial services across 25 therapeutic areas with over 1,000 Phase I clinical trial projects [1][3]. - The company was previously a subsidiary of ClinChoice and is set to become an independent entity from January 29, 2024, with no legal ties to ClinChoice [3][4]. Current Issues - Employees have reported salary delays, with wages for April and May still unpaid, following a series of salary structure adjustments and reductions initiated after the Chinese New Year [1][5]. - There are claims that Fangteng's financial difficulties are linked to its parent company, with reports of 980 million yuan in receivables being transferred to ClinChoice, leading to a freeze on salary accounts [5]. Industry Context - The CRO industry in China has been under pressure since 2021, with a significant decline in biopharmaceutical investment and an increase in the number of CRO firms, leading to intense competition and price reductions [7][8]. - The number of recognized drug clinical trial institutions in China has increased from 625 in early 2018 to over 1,180 by 2022, contributing to a saturated market [7]. Future Prospects - Despite current challenges, the domestic CRO market has substantial growth potential, with projections indicating that the market size could reach $22.9 billion by 2025, nearly tripling from 2020 [8]. - The industry is encouraged to focus on core competencies and sustainable practices to navigate the current economic landscape [8][9].