About Us
Who We Are
Biocon Biologics is a subsidiary of Biocon, founded in 1978 by Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw. Since its inception, Biocon has evolved from an enzyme manufacturer into a leading global biopharma enterprise, driven by a unique, integrated structure that includes in-house development, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities.
With a unique portfolio of monoclonal antibodies, insulins and conjugated recombinant proteins for diabetes, cancer, autoimmune diseases, and a pipeline of products in other therapeutic areas, Biocon Biologics is fully committed to the long-term sustainability of global biosimilars access.

Our Legacy
Biocon Biologics is transforming patient outcomes by making life-changing therapies more accessible to the world.
1978
Biocon’s Founding
1983
Constructing and Establishing Bangalore Campus
The company completed the construction of its 20-acre headquarters in 1983 in Bangalore. It is the building that houses Biocon’s corporate office and manufacturing operations today.
1984
Biocon Establishes Its R&D Facility
In 1984, Biocon established its R&D division, which initially worked on creating new technology to develop enzymes using solid state fermentation.
1993
Biocon Celebrates Its ISO 9001 Certification
Biocon received the ISO 9001 Certification in 1993 from RWTUV in Germany, marking the first time a life sciences company in India received this honor.
2000
First Fully Automated Submerged Fermentation Plant
Biocon commissioned its first fully automated submerged fermentation plant to produce specialty pharmaceuticals.
2004
Biocon Develops Recombinant Human Insulin
2006
The Inauguration of Biocon Biopharmaceuticals
Adding to Biocon’s extensive list of world-class facilities, Biocon inaugurated Biocon Biopharmaceuticals, India’s largest, multi-product biologics facility to manufacture a wide range of products.
2017
Commercial Operations Begin in Malaysia Manufacturing Facility
Biocon started commercial operations at its first overseas insulins manufacturing facility in Malaysia, which supplies insulin around the globe, including Canada.
2018
Fulphila®
2019
Ogivri®
2020
Hulio®
2021
Abevmy® and Kirsty®
In 2021, Abevmy® was approved in Canada. Biocon Biologics introduced it to the Canadian market in 2022.
In 2021, Kirsty® was approved in Canada. Biocon Biologics introduced it to the Canadian market in 2022.
2022
Semglee®
2023
Biocon Biologics Completes the Integration of Viatris’ North America Biosimilars Business
2025
YesafiliTM

Looking Ahead
In five decades, Biocon Biologics has grown into a fully integrated, global leader in biosimilars. The company’s rich history and contributions to healthcare via many biosimilar medicines have set it up to be a dynamic commercial enterprise, serving five million patients per year globally.
Throughout Canada and across the world, our teams are dedicated to making biosimilars accessible and affordable to those who need them. We look forward to sharing and celebrating the many milestones that are yet to come in the effort to positively impact people’s lives and the healthcare industry on a global scale.

Biocon Biologics’ 5,500 employees around the world are dedicated to manufacturing and providing access to high-quality, affordable biologic medicines to the patients who need them, supporting the sustainability of healthcare systems in Canada and around the globe. In Canada, Biocon Biologics operates out of Toronto but has team members in all provinces across the country. Its capabilities include medical affairs, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, supply chain, sales, marketing and HR, who are supported by the regional North America and global teams.