FUJIFILM Hosts Its Major Plans in Right to Work North Carolina
FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies is investing $1.2 billion in order to expand its current manufacturing operation in Right to Work Holly Springs, North Carolina. As a result, they will also create 680 new jobs!
From Area Development Magazine:
“At FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies, we are committed to supporting a healthier society by providing state-of-the-art manufacturing expertise and capabilities which enable our partners to bring life-impacting medicines to patients in the United States and worldwide. […] On behalf of our company and its employees, we are extremely grateful to Governor Cooper, elected officials, economic and workforce development partners, Wake County, the Town of Holly Springs, the residents of North Carolina, and our life science industry partners for embracing FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies as we expand our manufacturing network in the US and Europe with this North Carolina facility and collectively build a vibrant life sciences ecosystem in the state.” […]
“North Carolina is known worldwide as a biotechnology hub thanks to the continued investment from companies like FUJIFILM Diosynth. […] Our robust infrastructure, top-notch engineering talent in the state, and partnerships with entities like NC State University and the North Carolina Biotechnology Center provide support for innovative companies like FUJIFILM to continue to grow.” […]
“Fujifilm’s investment will provide critical capacity to manufacture innovative therapies. As an integral member of North Carolina’s life sciences community, we are fully committed to supporting their continued success and growth in the state. […] While the strength of North Carolina’s biomanufacturing training infrastructure is unparalleled, collaborative efforts including the Accelerate NC: Life Sciences Manufacturing Coalition are underway to increase awareness and ensure NC remains the leading location for biomanufacturing.” […]
“Projects like this are truly transformative for our community, with long-term economic benefits. […] FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies continues to invest in Wake County due to the strong network of partners that make up our ecosystem. This announcement is the result of dedicated work across a variety of organizations to propel our community forward.”
AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE
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