A medical technology firm has created 85 new jobs across Ireland.
BD has opened a brand new €4 million research and development facility in Blackrock. Additionally, the global company is also set to expand its manufacturing facility in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford with a €30 million investment.
The new 10,600 sq. ft. purpose-built R&D facility in Blackrock will house 35 high-tech workers and will focus on the commercialization of BD’s first on-body injector device, known as the BD Evolve On-Body Injector.
Minister of State for the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Neale Richmond TD said: “I am delighted with BD's announcement of a €4 million research and development facility in Blackrock, Dublin and additional €30 million expansion investment in Enniscorthy, Wexford.
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"The projects will create more than 85 new jobs in Ireland with opportunities for our talented workforce to be part of exciting new medical advancements at BD. It is of course always great to see regional job creation, and the Government are always hugely supportive of such announcements.
"Thanks to all the executives at BD for your continued investment and trust in Ireland. I wish all the team the very best with both projects."
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