Samsung Biologics, the biotechnology arm of Samsung Group, announced on Wednesday that it has acquired a US-based manufacturing plant from British pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline PLC for $280 million.
According to a press release issued by Samsung Biologics, the facility, located in Rockville, Maryland, possesses a production capacity of 60,000 liters for active pharmaceutical ingredients. This acquisition increases the company's total manufacturing capacity to 845,000 liters.
John Rim, President and CEO of Samsung Biologics, stated, "The addition of the Rockville plant enhances our ability to operate a geographically diversified production network."
As a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), the company is committed to supporting its partners in delivering treatment solutions to patients worldwide. The newly acquired facility is expected to play a critical role in this effort.
Samsung Biologics indicated that it plans to make further investments to expand the plant's capacity and upgrade its technology. This move reinforces the company's long-term commitment to strengthening global supply chains and improving access to essential medicines.
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