The new center strengthens the company’s global supply chain for in vitro diagnostic tests used as an aid in the diagnosis of allergic and autoimmune diseases and is designed to support future growth in demand from healthcare systems worldwide, it states.

An investment of USD 18 million

The distribution and labeling center represents an investment of USD 18 million in advanced infrastructure, automation and operational capabilities, and complements Thermo Fisher’s existing research, development and manufacturing activities in Uppsala, the company states in a press release. It enhances the company’s ability to scale logistics operations, improve efficiency and ensure reliable delivery of high-quality diagnostic products to customers around the world, it states.

The investment in the distribution and labeling center is part of our long-term growth strategy in Sweden.

“The investment in the distribution and labeling center is part of our long-term growth strategy in Sweden and reflects our commitment to meeting future customer demand globally,” says Martin Kjellsson, site leader for Thermo Fisher’s immunodiagnostics business in Uppsala.

Roots in scientific research conducted at Uppsala University

Thermo Fisher’s immunodiagnostics operations in Uppsala develop and manufacture diagnostic solutions used to support the diagnosis and management of asthma, allergy and autoimmune diseases. The business has its roots in scientific research conducted at Uppsala University, where researchers played an instrumental role in the discovery of immunoglobulin E (IgE) more than 50 years ago — a breakthrough that laid the foundation for modern allergy diagnostics. Today, Thermo Fisher’s diagnostics portfolio includes instruments marketed under the Phadia brand, as well as ImmunoCAP and EliA tests.

Thermo Fisher Scientific has more than 1,500 employees in Sweden across five locations: Uppsala, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Sundbyberg and Ängelholm. Through ongoing investments across diagnostics, life sciences solutions and clinical research, Sweden remains an important hub for Thermo Fisher’s global operations, it states.