- A new 63,000 sq ft facility in Murcia, Spain, will double current capacity for chemical synthesis and purification.
- The $14M investment supports continual growth and new services.
- The project is scheduled to conclude in September 2020, with a grand opening in early 2021.
- The site remains close to the original Eurofins Villapharma location and the University of Murcia.
Expansion of Chemistry Services
Eurofins Discovery is expanding its chemistry services to meet the growing demand in the outsourced drug discovery market. The new facility in Murcia, Spain, will more than double the current capacity for chemical synthesis and purification.
New Facility Details
The new 63,000 square foot building will initially support chemical synthesis and purification, significantly increasing Eurofins Discovery's capabilities. The facility is designed with lean principles to optimize sample and supply flows, featuring modern and functional laboratories to meet industry productivity metrics.
Investment and Growth
This $14 million investment provides the infrastructure for continual growth and the introduction of new, associated services. The new site maintains proximity to the original Eurofins Villapharma location, ensuring continuity and leveraging existing resources.
Timeline and Community Impact
The construction project is scheduled to conclude in September 2020, with the laboratory build-out and grand opening planned for early 2021. The site’s location near the University of Murcia, known for its Medicinal Chemistry Chair, supports ongoing collaboration and access to a pipeline of well-trained chemists, benefiting both the company and the local community.
