Daewoong Pharma Enters Technology Introduction Contract for Semaglutide Long-Acting Injectable (Conditional, Amount Undisclosed)


  • Daewoong Pharma entered into a technology introduction contract with Tion Lab Therapeutics for a semaglutide-based 4-week long-acting injectable (depot formulation) for obesity treatment
  • The contract is conditional and may be terminated if clinical or regulatory approval fails
  • Daewoong Pharma obtains exclusive rights for development, manufacturing, approval, and commercialization globally excluding South Korea, with sublicensing rights
  • Contract date is May 21, 2026; contract term ends 15 years from first commercial sale or patent expiry, whichever is later
  • Financial terms (upfront, milestones, royalties) are undisclosed for confidentiality, with a disclosure hold until patent expiry on August 19, 2044
  • Core technology is based on a patent for 'initial release controlled depot composition and manufacturing method'
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KOSPI Filing Information


  • Filing: Material Information On Investment Decision (Execution Of Technology Introduction Agreement For Semaglutide For Obesity Treatment (4-Week Long-Acting Injectable))
  • Company: Daewoong Pharma (069620)
  • Submission: Daewoong Pharma
  • Receipt: 05-21-2026
  • Under KRX KOSPI Market Division