To minimize the risk for consumers, the EU introduced, through Regulation (EU) No. 2025/1891 supplementing Regulation (EU) No. 2023/915, maximum levels for inorganic arsenic in fish and seafood for the first time. These limits have been in force since October 8, 2025.

The GBA Group acquires a majority stake in the Italian company Complife Italia S.r.l., thereby becoming a leading laboratory service provider in the European cosmetics sector. With this acquisition, the GBA Group marks an important new milestone in its expansion strategy and establishes the foundation for developing another business segment with global growth potential.

The IT of GBA Pharma GmbH has successfully obtained certification according to ISO/IEC 27001 – the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). The certification covers the IT infrastructure supporting the sites Pharmacelsus GmbH, ABF Pharmaceutical Services GmbH, GBA Medical Device Services GmbH, as well as KaLy-Cell. The successful ISO/IEC 27001 certification demonstrates that information security is deeply embedded in the structures of GBA Group’s Pharma division.

In the world of indoor analytics, Microascus paisii is one of those silent players that, despite regular detection in indoor air and material samples, has received little scientific attention to date. Yet this mold species has a number of special characteristics that make it all the more interesting in practice.

Iodine plays a central role in the formation of thyroid hormones and is therefore essential for physical and mental development - especially in sensitive stages of life such as pregnancy, breastfeeding and early childhood.

Added iodine in infant formula and complementary foods helps to support the healthy development of babies. During pregnancy, the need for iodine is increased, which is why many food supplements contain iodine specifically to prevent a deficiency.