SC: Swiss Co., Lonza, to Invest $46M, Create 30 Greenwood County Jobs

Lonza, one of the world's leading suppliers to the pharmaceutical, biotech and specialty ingredients markets, announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County, South Carolina. The company is investing $46 million over the next five years and is expected to generate 30 new jobs as a result.

Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Lonza harnesses science and technology to create products that enhance the overall quality of life for patients and consumers around the world. Through its acquisition of Capsugel in July 2017, Lonza now offers products and services from the custom development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients to innovative dosage forms.

Lonza's Greenwood County operations, which are located at 535 North Emerald Road in Greenwood, S.C., produce empty capsules and finished dosage forms for the global biopharma and consumer health and nutrition markets. To expand, the company is adding approximately 50,000 square feet of new manufacturing space, which will enable the firm to produce key nutritional ingredients, among other projects.

With construction expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2019, hiring for the new positions will take place starting in mid-2018. Those looking to join the Lonza team should visit the company's careers page online.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits, as well as a $300,000 Set Aside grant to Greenwood County to assist with the costs of site work and infrastructure improvements.

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"Lonza is making a significant investment in our operations in Greenwood, further demonstrating our commitment to providing high-quality products and services to our customers worldwide. Greenwood County is rich with talented, skilled individuals who will enhance our global and regional footprint, particularly in the area of consumer health and nutrition." -Lonza Specialty Ingredients COO Sven Abend

"South Carolina's workforce continues to demonstrate unmatched excellence; and, as a result, global companies like Lonza are growing and thriving here. I look forward to seeing all that these new positions will be able to produce and achieve in the years to come." -Gov. Henry McMaster

"The Palmetto State's life sciences industry continues to expand, showcasing South Carolina's ability to produce a variety of advanced products. We congratulate Lonza and look forward to their continued success in Greenwood County." -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt 

"Lonza has been an excellent job provider and a source of economic prosperity for Greenwood County. Their new expansion is exciting and encouraging, as it means their good work will continue to produce positive results for people locally and globally." -Greenwood County Council Chairman Steve Brown

"We congratulate our friends at Lonza on today's expansion announcement. Lonza's continued growth within Greenwood County speaks to the company's dedication and commitment to the area and the future of life sciences in South Carolina." -Greenwood Partnership Alliance Chair Dr. Kristin Manske

Five Fast Facts

• Lonzais expanding operations in Greenwood County.
• $46 million investment to create 30 new jobs.
• Lonza designs, develops and manufactures a wide range of innovative dosage forms for the biopharmaceutical and consumer health and nutrition markets.
• The company is adding 50,000 square feet to its Greenwood County facility, which is located at 535 North Emerald Road in Greenwood, S.C.

Those looking to join the Lonza team should visit the company's careers page online.

About S.C. Department of Commerce

As South Carolina's leading economic development agency, the Department of Commerce works to recruit new businesses and help existing business grow. S.C. Commerce has recruited world-class companies to South Carolina such as BMW, Boeing, Continental, Giti Tire, LPL Financial Holdings, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Samsung, Toray and Volvo Cars and also supports startups, small and existing business, innovation and rural development initiatives. S.C. Commerce partners with the S.C. Technical College System via readySC to support workforce training and recruiting, and with the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, which provides worker training and employment opportunities within the state. With a strong international footprint, since 2011, the Palmetto State has ranked among top three in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign investment on a per capita basis, according to IBM-Plant Location International. For more information, visit www.SCcommerce.com.