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West Pharmaceutical Services (West)

Manufacturer of injectable drug packaging and delivery systems

westpharma.com

Headquarters: Exton, United States
Founded year: 1923
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 6,000–10,000

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Latest news about West Pharmaceutical Services (West)

In short: West saw a leadership change as a new CEO was appointed, while the company reported strong Q1 2026 earnings and lifted its full-year profit forecast.

Company announcements

June 5 West

West publishes 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report highlights

The report details progress on renewable energy projects and SBTi-validated climate goals, emphasizing People, Process, and Planet pillars.

June 1 West

West appoints Michel Lagarde as President and CEO

He will succeed Eric M. Green, who is retiring, and Robert F. Friel becomes Board Chair.

May 19 West

West covers contamination control under revised EU GMP Annex 1

The revised Annex 1 reshapes sterile manufacturing, with CCS becoming a strategic differentiator and suppliers as quality partners.

April 30 West

West introduces NovaPure 0.5mL plunger

It addresses silicone oil risks, particulates, endotoxins, and dosing accuracy for ophthalmic injectables. The plunger meets stringent regulations and supports precise intravitreal delivery.

Media coverage

June 16 The Manila Times

West Pharmaceutical Services Strengthens Support for China’s Biologics Ecosystem with Integrated Prefillable Syringe System Launch at CPHI China 2026

System offers strategic infrastructure to support Chinese biotech innovators to expand their global footprint in biologics and vaccines.

June 9 GuruFocus

West Pharmaceutical (WST) Boosted to Overweight with Target Rais

On June 09, 2026, Barclays elevated its rating on West Pharmaceutical Services Inc WST from Equal Weight to Overweight, increasing the price target from $310...

June 7 Yahoo Finance

Wolfe Research Weighs on West Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST) Stock

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June 7 The Globe and Mail

West Pharmaceutical Names Michel Lagarde Next CEO

Detailed price information for West Pharmaceutical Services (WST-N) from The Globe and Mail including charting and trades.

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