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]