Roche laid the foundation stone for a new diagnostics production building in Rotkreuz in the Swiss canton of Zug on 29 October. According to a statement, the pharmaceutical company is investing 215 million Swiss francs in one of the most important sites of the Diagnostics Division. Sustainability and energy efficiency are top priorities.
The new building replaces an old production building, covers around 29,000 square meters and is planned to be completed by 2027. The development and introduction of new tests and systems for the rapid and reliable diagnosis of diseases reportedly requires additional space that can no longer be provided by the existing infrastructure. “Roche is thus sending out a clear sign of the importance of the Rotkreuz production site and underlines its clear commitment to Switzerland,” writes the company.
Roche Diagnostics International AG develops, produces and markets diagnostic systems for clinics, laboratories and doctors' surgeries. With around 2,700 employees in Rotkreuz, it is the largest private employer in the canton of Zug.
"We are proud that here in Rotkreuz we will make a further important contribution to the health care system in Switzerland and worldwide by providing answers to health questions from patients with our diagnostic solutions,” Andreas Klopp, General Manager Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, is quoted as saying. “This innovative and sustainable production facility will play a key role in this.” ce/mm
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