Merck Expands Newest Biologics Testing Center in Shanghai

Further develops its biosafety testing laboratories to meet local demand

23-Nov-2023 - Merck has completed the second phase of its new € 29 million Biologics Testing Center in China adding 1,500 square meters to the lab, which opened last year. These are the first biosafety laboratories for Merck in this market, enabling clients to locally access a broad range of testing services ...

Merck Increases Global Commitment to Biosafety Testing With € 35 Million Investment in Scotland

Expansion creates nearly 500 new jobs in Glasgow and Stirling

02-Jun-2023 - Merck invests € 35 million in biosafety testing at its Glasgow and Stirling sites, Scotland. Biosafety testing is a critical step in the drug development and manufacturing process that ensures drugs are safe, efficacious, and meet regulatory requirements. The expansion will create nearly 500 new ...

Merck Invests € 290 Million in U.S. Drug Safety Testing Capacity

Responds to growing global demand for biosafety testing as essential requirement for drug development and commercialization

17-Nov-2022 - Merck invests more than €290million in its biosafety testing capacity at Rockville, Maryland, USA. This will significantly increase the company’s ability to conduct biosafety testing and analytical development services. Biosafety testing and analytical development are critical and fundamental ...

Merck Announces Collaboration with Biotheus to Accelerate Drug Submission and Approval Process for Biopharmaceutical Industry in China

Reduces animal testing through molecular-based technology

08-Nov-2022 - Merck announced a collaboration with Biotheus, a China-based biotech company focused on developing treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Utilizing Merck’s Blazar® Rodent Panel, Biotheus’ turn-around-time (TAT) of its cell line characterization reduced from around 60 days to 14 days. “The ...

Merck Acquires BioControl to Strengthen Position in Food Safety Testing

05-Jan-2017 - Merck announced it has acquired BioControl Systems Inc., a global leader in food safety testing. The acquisition opens growth opportunities for Merck in the food and beverage space; particularly in the U.S. Confidentiality has been agreed on the financial details of the transaction. BioControl’s ...