CHICAGO — VIST Labs LLC, a developer and manufacturer of cannabis purification and packaging solutions, has formed a strategic partnership with Paralab, a provider of pharmaceutical and technical solutions based in Porto, Portugal. Through this partnership, Paralab will serve as VIST’s official European hub for sales, distribution, installation, and technical support, accelerating expansion of VIST’s proprietary technologies including CryoPasteurization decontamination and AMAPS packaging technologies across the region.
By leveraging Paralab’s 30 years of expertise in pharmaceutical-grade solutions and regulatory compliance, the collaboration will provide localized technical support to European operators.
“This partnership with Paralab marks a pivotal milestone in our global expansion strategy,” said Jim Sanfilippo, CEO of VIST Labs. “As we continue to grow our presence in Europe, Paralab’s extensive technical capabilities and well-established industry relationships will be instrumental in our success.”
Rui Suares, CEO of Paralab, added: “We are excited to join forces with VIST to bring state-of-the-art decontamination and packaging solutions to European cannabis producers. VIST’s pioneering technologies set a new standard in product safety, shelf-life extension, and potency preservation, helping cultivators navigate regulatory challenges with confidence.”
By establishing the partnership, VIST Labs and Paralab are equipping European cultivators and processors with the tools they need to meet stringent Pharmacopeia, GMP, and CE compliance standards while optimizing operational efficiency.
About VIST Labs
VIST® Labs LLC provides cutting-edge, pharma-grade solutions to ensure cannabis safety, quality, and longevity. With technologies like CryoPasteurization for natural decontamination and AMAPS high-barrier packaging, VIST sets new standards in microbial safety, shelf-life extension, and product integrity. Empowering cultivators and processors with scalable innovations, VIST drives profitability while prioritizing consumer protection.
About Paralab
Paralab, based in Porto, Portugal, specializes in providing innovative equipment solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, and cannabis sectors. With over 30 years of industry leadership, Paralab combines technical expertise and exceptional customer support to drive innovation and set new standards in the European cannabis industry.
