GEA sets new standards in pharmaceutical production

The new pharma technology center in Elsdorf (Germany) is being built on over 40,000 m²

GEA Pharmaceutical technology center - South view (Copyright: © AIP Planungs GmbH)

(from left to right): Otto Hoffmann (Representative Church Council), Johannes Giloth (Chief Operating Officer, GEA Group), Andreas Heller (Mayor, City of Elsdorf), Stefan Klebert (Chief Executive Officer, GEA Group), Johann Braun (Board Member, Group Max Bögl), Heinrich Meintrup (SVP BU Pharma & Healthcare, GEA), Marius Magnus Riepe (Managing Director, AIP Planungs GmbH), Michael Martin (Managing Director, AIP Planungs GmbH)

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GEA’s factory in Elsdorf sets new standards in pharmaceutical production

Construction of GEA’s new pharmaceutical technology center in Elsdorf, Germany, begins today – setting new industry benchmarks. The machinery and plant manufacturer is investing EUR 80 million in the new freeze-drying systems facility. These systems are used in the production of numerous injectable pharmaceuticals, including vaccines. The new facility is scheduled to open in the second half of 2025.

GEA Pharmaceutical technology center, Elsdorf - Aerial

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Pictures of the groundbreaking

Please find here the pictures of the groundbreaking ceremony on March 22, 2024. Photo credit: GEA/Mike Henning

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GEA Pharmaceutical technology center - Entrance (Copyright: © AIP Planungs GmbH)

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Rendering of the buidling

Here you will find drawings of the second Factory of the Future. Credit: © AIP Planungs GmbH

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