Advanced Melanoma Pipeline Strengthens With 60+ Investigational Assets and 55+ Active Companies, According to DelveInsight

Advanced melanoma developers include Replimune, IO Biotech, BioNTech SE, Perspective Therapeutics, Agenus Inc., Dragonfly Therapeutics, Iovance Biotherapeutics, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Exelixis, Immunocore, BeiGene, Biocad, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Genentech, Amgen, and others.

DelveInsight's Advanced Melanoma Pipeline Insight 2026 delivers a detailed assessment of the dynamic research environment, profiling more than 55 biopharma companies and over 60 therapeutic candidates currently progressing in advanced melanoma. The study offers comprehensive therapy profiles spanning clinical and preclinical stages, with structured evaluations based on therapeutic modality, stage of development, route of administration, and molecular category. It also outlines projects that have been paused or terminated within this indication.

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Key Highlights from the Advanced Melanoma Pipeline Analysis
• Innovent Biologics (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. began a Phase II clinical study in May 2025 to assess the safety, tolerability, and clinical activity of IBI363 in individuals with advanced melanoma.
• Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc. commenced a Phase III, open-label, multicenter trial evaluating lifileucel combined with pembrolizumab against pembrolizumab alone in patients with untreated, unresectable, or metastatic melanoma. Patients with verified disease progression on pembrolizumab may cross over to receive lifileucel monotherapy.
• Anaveon AG conducted a clinical investigation of ANV419 as both a monotherapy and in combination with anti-PD-1 or anti-CTLA-4 treatments for advanced cutaneous melanoma. Although Part 1 progressed, interim findings showed that efficacy benchmarks for Parts 2 and 3 were not met.
• iOnctura launched a study enrolling 85 adult patients diagnosed with advanced or metastatic uveal melanoma who had progressed after at least one prior immunotherapy regimen, with measurable disease defined per RECIST v1.1 criteria.
• Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc. initiated a first-in-human Phase I trial of IOV-3001, an antibody-IL-2 fusion protein. The study includes two cohorts where IOV-3001 is administered either before or after lifileucel, replacing aldesleukin.
• The active development landscape comprises more than 55 companies advancing upwards of 60 pipeline therapies for advanced melanoma.
• Leading organizations influencing the competitive environment include Replimune, IO Biotech, BioNTech SE, Perspective Therapeutics, Agenus Inc., Dragonfly Therapeutics, Iovance Biotherapeutics, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Exelixis, Immunocore, BeiGene, Biocad, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Genentech, Amgen, among others.
• Noteworthy emerging candidates featured in the pipeline include Tebentafusp, T3011, IMC-F106C, Relatlimab, HLX208, DCB-BO1301, Pembrolizumab, and several additional investigational therapies.

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Advanced Melanoma Overview
Advanced melanoma is a highly aggressive and potentially fatal stage of skin cancer in which malignant cells spread from the primary lesion to distant organs such as the lungs, liver, brain, and bones. It is typically classified as unresectable Stage III or metastatic Stage IV disease. The condition is characterized by rapid progression, high recurrence rates, and significant biological heterogeneity, making therapeutic decision-making complex. Advances in immunotherapy, targeted treatments, and combination strategies have markedly improved survival outcomes. Ongoing research focuses on innovative mechanisms, biomarker-guided approaches, and personalized medicine to overcome resistance and achieve sustained disease control.

Emerging Advanced Melanoma Therapies
Vusolimogene oderparepvec (RP1) - Replimune
RP1 is a genetically engineered oncolytic herpes simplex virus designed to express GALV-GP R- and GM-CSF, enhancing direct tumor cell lysis and stimulating systemic immune responses. In combination with nivolumab, the therapy has received FDA Priority Review status and is currently in the registration phase.
IO102-IO103 - IO Biotech
This combination consists of two T-win® vaccines aimed at inducing T-cell responses targeting IDO1 and PD-L1. Clinical findings have demonstrated durable responses without increasing severe adverse effects. The regimen has secured FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation and is presently in Phase III development.
BNT111 - BioNTech SE
BNT111 is an mRNA-based immunotherapy encoding four melanoma-associated antigens, developed for patients with PD-(L)1-refractory unresectable Stage III or IV melanoma. The candidate holds FDA Fast Track and Orphan Drug designations and is advancing through Phase II clinical trials.
VMT01 - Perspective Therapeutics
VMT01 is a precision radiopharmaceutical delivering lead-212 to melanoma cells expressing MC1R. Its mechanism combines radiation-induced cytotoxicity with immune-mediated tumor eradication. The agent is under evaluation in Phase I/II trials and has obtained FDA Fast Track designation.
Botensilimab - Agenus Inc.
Botensilimab is an advanced anti-CTLA-4 monoclonal antibody engineered to activate both innate and adaptive immunity, particularly in tumors resistant to conventional checkpoint inhibitors. It is currently being studied in Phase I clinical trials.

Core Analytical Insights from the Study
• Comprehensive profiling of companies engaged in advanced melanoma drug development, segmented by early-, mid-, and late-stage programs.
• Detailed evaluation of therapeutic candidates based on mechanism of action, molecular classification, route of administration, and utilization as standalone or combination treatments.
• Thorough review of active, dormant, and discontinued pipeline assets.
• Extensive assessment of partnerships, licensing agreements, and financing activities shaping the future trajectory of the pipeline.

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Advanced Melanoma Companies
Prominent companies featured in the analysis include Replimune, IO Biotech, BioNTech SE, Perspective Therapeutics, Agenus Inc., Dragonfly Therapeutics, Olatec Therapeutics, Iovance Biotherapeutics, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Exelixis, Transgene, Immunocore, BeiGene, Biocad, Shandong Boan Biotechnology, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Genentech, Aulos Bioscience, Multitude Therapeutics, Amgen, and others

Pipeline Segmentation by Route of Administration
• Oral
• Intravenous
• Subcutaneous
• Parenteral
• Topical

Pipeline Classification by Molecule Type
• Recombinant fusion proteins
• Small molecules
• Monoclonal antibodies
• Peptides
• Polymers
• Gene-based therapies

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Scope of the Advanced Melanoma Pipeline Report
• Global coverage
• Company analysis featuring Replimune, IO Biotech, BioNTech SE, Perspective Therapeutics, Agenus Inc., Dragonfly Therapeutics, Olatec Therapeutics LLC, Iovance Biotherapeutics, Novartis, AstraZeneca, and others
• Key therapies highlighted include Tebentafusp, T3011, IMC-F106C, Relatlimab, HLX208, DCB-BO1301, Pembrolizumab, and additional assets
• Evaluation framework based on:
o Therapy Type: Monotherapy, Combination, Hybrid
o Development Stage: Discovery through Phase III

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