Innate Pharma S.A. is a biotechnology firm, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Marseille, France, that specializes in the discovery, development, and market introduction of therapeutic antibodies. The company primarily targets oncology indications across France and internationally, with some programs also addressing inflammatory diseases and viral infections. Its clinical-stage pipeline features several key assets: Lacutamab (IPH4102): An anti-KIR3DL2 antibody undergoing Phase II trials for cutaneous T-cell and peripheral T-cell lymphoma, and also for refractory Sézary syndrome. Monalizumab: An immune checkpoint inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for various advanced solid tumors, including colorectal, lung, and head and neck cancers. Avdoralimab (IPH5401): A monoclonal antibody designed to block C5a binding to C5aR1, which is in Phase II development for COVID-19, bullous pemphigoid, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and other inflammatory conditions. IPH5201: A blocking antibody in Phase I trials, focused on the CD39 immunosuppressive pathway. IPH5301: An anti-CD73 antibody developed to enhance anti-tumor immunity by targeting the immunosuppressive adenosine pathway. IPH6101: An NKp46-based NK cell engager being evaluated for the generation of up to two bispecific NK cell engagers. Innate Pharma also maintains an active preclinical pipeline, including IPH43 (an anti-MICA/B antibody drug conjugate), an Anti-Siglec-9 antibody program, IPH65 (a proprietary tetraspecific antibody), IPH25 (a checkpoint inhibitor), and the IPH62 and IPH64 programs. The company has established strategic licensing and collaboration agreements with major industry players such as AstraZeneca, Novo Nordisk A/S, Sanofi, and Orega Biotech, alongside a co-development and license agreement with MedImmune Limited.
Sobi enters strategic partnership with Innate Pharma to license lacutamab in T-cell lymphoma
Innate Pharma partnered with Sobi to license lacutamab for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, triggering the initiation of the Phase 3 TELLOMAK-3 study for accelerated approval.
Innate receives $75 million upfront and is eligible for up to $40 million in near-term milestones and $465 million in future payments, plus tiered royalties on net sales.
Sobi obtains exclusive global commercial rights and can assume full development rights after positive Phase 3 results, while Innate continues to lead clinical operations.