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Manufacturing Sciences
and Tech Transfer

End-to-end biomanufacturing support

At Aptio Group, we help biopharma companies move from development to market with precision, speed, and confidence. Our experienced subject matter experts provide hands-on support across the full manufacturing lifecycle — from cell bank generation and process validation to commercial readiness and continued process verification.

We bring deep expertise in upstream and downstream process development, technology transfer, and campaign execution, ensuring your manufacturing operations run smoothly and efficiently. Our team supports both drug substance and drug product activities, including tech transfers, method transfer oversight, and in-use studies, to secure consistent product quality and regulatory compliance across sites and partners.

With extensive experience in regulatory strategy, CMO/CDMO oversight, and viral clearance planning, we help you manage complex interfaces and maintain compliance without slowing down progress. Our QC and analytical experts support method development, qualification, and transfer, ensuring analytical robustness from early development through commercialization.

From early-stage planning to plant-floor execution, we act as an integrated extension of your team — delivering reliable results, technical excellence, and confidence that your process is ready when it matters most.

Supported areas

Facility & Operations

  • MSAT and equipment qualification
  • Facility readiness and CMC project management
  • Manufacturing operations and R&D support
  • Overall operational excellence and compliance assurance

Typical consultant expertise

  • Subject Matter Experts
  • Project Manager

Process & Tech Transfer

  • Bioprocess development (upstream, downstream, and drug product)
  • CMC development and technology transfer
  • QC method transfers and validation
  • CMO partnerships, supply chain coordination, and process optimization

Typical consultant expertise

  • CMC Program Manager
  • Subject Matter Experts

Carsten Løvstrup Germansen

Vice President
Manufacturing Science & Tech Transfer

Carsten supports and leads commercial process readiness for biologics manufacturing processes in a wide array of areas, including supporting and leading process performance qualification and continued process verification activities. He has many years of experience that extend to critical domains such as CMO selection and assessment, as well as the assessment of master service agreements and supporting and leading process characterization and process improvement activities.

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“There are a lot of opportunities to try new jobs and challenge your skills. I think it’s s a really cool place to work, I have the best colleagues and management, and we support each other as a team.

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People stay for a long time in Aptio Group. It feels very safe to have a team you can rely on.”

Sometime people know more than you and I wanted to be part of that kind of network.

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We have a very good team and collaboration, where we really get the ball moving and are focused on the end goal. We support each other and the hierarchy is flat so I really appreciate the support from the management team.

Join Aptio Group for the interesting projects, to have fun and be a part of a very good community with a family feeling.

Their strong industry reputation and commitment to technical projects across diverse fields made them the right choice. Additionally, Aptio’s flat organizational structure and extensive network were crucial factors in my decision.  

Working at this well-established consulting firm provides me with valuable growth opportunities both personally and professionally, thanks to their expertise and collaborative environment.  

My expertise in Sourcing, Procurement, and Supply Chain, honed over +20 years from different industries, allows me to contribute effectively to the comprehensive package Aptio offers its clients

Exciting Challenges  

The projects I work on are always stimulating. Management keeps me on my toes with complex tasks that push me to grow and excel. It’s a constant adventure of learning and improvement. 

Fantastic Colleagues  

My colleagues are more than just coworkers; they’re friends. Despite being spread across different locations in Denmark and abroad, we’ve formed a tight-knit group. We enjoy wine tastings, dinners, and company trips that blend work and fun. This camaraderie is all thanks to the way management fosters our connections. 

Support When Needed  

I always feel heard and supported. Management is there for me whenever  

I need guidance or assistance, making me feel valued and understood. 

Freedom to Be Myself 

Aptio gives me the freedom to be myself. There’s room for individuality,  

and I appreciate the trust and autonomy I have in my role. 

Why I chose Pharma Engineering and stay with Aptio Group 
My journey into pharma engineering was fueled by a passion for innovation and contributing to the development of life-saving medication. The opportunity to work at the forefront of scientific discovery and technological advancement in the pharma sector was a real motivation. 

A Memorable Start
My Aptio Group story began over coffee in a Danish café where I met Michael Hahn for the first time. His warmth and openness made a lasting impression—and confirmed that Aptio was the place for me. 

Work That Matters
As a mechanical engineer with a focus on HVAC and utility systems, my daily responsibilities include overseeing installation and testing activities in construction. I provide crucial support in developing project documentation, ensuring comprehensive alignment with engineering standards and project goals. 

Always Learning, Always Growing 
The projects are diverse and technically demanding, which keeps me learning and improving. Being part of complex projects allows me to expand my skillset in ways I never imagined. 

Great People, Great Culture 
One of the things I appreciate most is the sense of community. Aptio fosters strong connections through team events, social gatherings, and company trips. Even across borders, we feel like one team.