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Bavarian Nordic Receives USD 22.5 Million Contract for its Mpox and Smallpox Vaccine from the Government of Canada
Globenewswire· 2026-02-18 07:00
Core Insights - Bavarian Nordic A/S has secured a new order worth USD 22.5 million from the Public Health Agency of Canada for its mpox and smallpox vaccine, MVA-BN, under a 10-year contract established in 2022 [1][6] - The company has achieved approximately DKK 1,400 million in orders for its Public Preparedness business in 2026, reflecting an increase of DKK 100 million compared to previous communications, with full-year guidance remaining at DKK 1,800-2,000 million [2] - The CEO of Bavarian Nordic emphasized the importance of public preparedness in Canada and the company's commitment to supporting government efforts against health threats like mpox and smallpox, highlighting collaborations with the US and EU [3] Company Overview - Bavarian Nordic is a global vaccine company focused on improving health through innovative vaccines, serving as a preferred supplier of mpox and smallpox vaccines to governments [5] - The MVA-BN vaccine is the only non-replicating mpox vaccine approved in multiple regions, including the U.S., Canada, and the EU, originally developed to ensure smallpox vaccination for the entire population, including immunocompromised individuals [4]
Bavarian Nordic Provides Clarification on the HERA Framework Agreement and the Public Preparedness Business
Globenewswire· 2025-11-01 09:34
Core Insights - Bavarian Nordic A/S has clarified its recent agreement with the Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) regarding public preparedness initiatives [1][4] - The company has received an initial order for 750,000 doses of the MVA-BN smallpox/mpox vaccine, which will be delivered in 2026 as part of a joint procurement contract by the European Commission through HERA [2] - This order follows a previous contract option awarded by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) in the U.S., indicating a strong start to building a preparedness business valued at DKK 1.5-2 billion for 2026 [2] Company Overview - Bavarian Nordic is a global vaccine company focused on improving health and saving lives through innovative vaccines, particularly in the areas of mpox and smallpox [3] - The company is recognized as a preferred supplier of vaccines to governments, enhancing public health preparedness and maintaining a leading portfolio of travel vaccines [3]