It'll create a storage, distribution, and secondary labelling facility.
35 new jobs are being announced this morning in Westmeath.
Bionical Emas, a pharmaceutical supply and distribution company, is establishing its European base in Kilbeggan.
They will be recruiting across a number of departments including; distribution, packaging and labelling and hope to begin production early next year.
Director of European Operations, Athlone’s Philip Dunne says the midlands town is an ideal choice:
Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Robert Troy TD welcomed the announcement, saying:
“I am delighted that Bionical Emas has announced plans to establish a European Storage, Distribution and Labelling facility in Kilbeggan. This new state-of-the-art facility will create 35 new jobs in Westmeath, with the potential for further expansion in the years to come. This is a very welcome announcement for Kilbeggan and the wider Midlands region and demonstrates the Midlands has the skills, talent, people and connectivity that will enable companies like Bionical Emas to embed and grow their operations here. Regional job creation is a key priority of this Government, and we will be working to secure further investment for all regions in the months and years ahead.”
CEO of Bionical Emas, Jonathan Waring-Hughes said:
“We are extremely pleased to have chosen Kilbeggan as our new European hub - Ireland provides a great location for further expansion. Our selection of the Midlands region creates a unique opportunity to tap into the local life science talent and infrastructure. The addition of this state-of-the-art facility will further enhance our global service offerings and enable us to deliver a unique, seamless approach to bring life-changing medicines to patients around the world. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the IDA for the support on this extremely important project”.
The company’s Director of Operations, Philip Dunne said:
“As a native of the Midlands area, I am proud to be leading this exciting project for Bionical Emas. Accessing the amazing talent in the region, in addition to the great transport links, will ensure we can continue to build on the market-leading services that Bionical Emas are well known for around the world."
IDA Ireland’s Executive Director Mary Buckley said Bionical Emas will be joining the strong cluster of life sciences companies in Ireland:
“It’s a great win for the Midlands Region and specifically for Kilbeggan and the company will be a significant contributor to the local economy. This new investment demonstrates IDA Ireland’s ongoing commitment to the Midlands Region. IDA will continue to work with Bionical Emas to embed and grow their operations in the Midlands Region. I wish Philip and his team every success.”
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