Shapiro secures $147.5M investment from Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Pennsylvania has secured a $147.5 million private-sector investment in Lancaster County. 

Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced the investment in a visit to Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories. The investment will expand the company’s biopharmaceutical product testing operations in Lancaster. 

The project is supported by more than $2.1 million in state investment and will create 250 new jobs over the next three years and retain 3,080 positions. 

“Pennsylvania is a leader in life science innovation, and major investments like this from Eurofins are supporting the continued growth of this critically important industry,” Shapiro said in a statement. “We have the strategic location, robust research infrastructure, and skilled workforce that help biotech companies deliver timely therapies to patients and make the world healthier and safer. My Administration will continue to make strategic investments that further strengthen this important industry, create jobs, and drive even more economic growth across our commonwealth.” 

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories will build a 300,000-square-foot laboratory and office expansion at its 49-acre campus located at 2425 New Holland Pike in Upper Leacock Township. The location will be the largest site within the Eurofins Scientific network of more than 950 global laboratories and one of the largest biopharmaceutical testing laboratories in the world. 

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories received a funding proposal from the DCED for a $1.8 million Pennsylvania First grant and a $375,000 WEDnetPA grant to train its workers. In addition, the company has been encouraged to apply for tax credits through the Qualified Manufacturing Innovation and Reinvestment Deduction program. 

“Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is one of Lancaster County’s largest employers, and we’re proud to support their continued success here in Pennsylvania,” said Siger. “Life sciences is one of the key industries the Shapiro Administration is focusing on in the Commonwealth’s 10-year Economic Development Strategy because we know it’s a competitive advantage. Major business expansions are fueling the growth of this important industry while also ensuring the Commonwealth remains competitive and well positioned for long-term economic growth.” 

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of Eurofins Scientific, which has more than 65,000 employees across a network of independent companies in 60 countries and operates over 950 laboratories. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of the Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing network — the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide. 

“As one of Lancaster County’s largest employers, we are proud to expand our capacity and services for our global clients while offering outstanding career opportunities. This growth reflects the dedication and expertise of our team in building strong partnerships with the clients we serve,” said Neal Salerno, Senior Vice President, Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing, NA. “We are grateful for the support of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Eurofins Scientific’s commitment to funding growth that strengthens customer service and further expands the world’s most comprehensive testing network. Our long-term investments in this space set us apart and open exciting opportunities for the future.” 

Said Ezra Rothman, president, EDC Lancaster County, “Eurofins’ evolution from a locally rooted laboratory into a world-class leader in biopharmaceutical, environmental, and food testing demonstrates how collaboration between Lancaster County businesses and local educational institutions can strengthen efforts to develop and retain top talent, drive innovation, and compete successfully on a global scale. EDC Lancaster County is proud to support both Eurofins’ physical expansion here in the county, as well as its continued growth as a global leader in the life sciences sector.” 

This project was coordinated by Shapiro’s BusinessPa team, a group of economic development professionals.