A Global Pharma Leader
Ireland’s life sciences sector has a global reputation for operational and innovational excellence. Leading industry names including Novartis, AbbVie, Janssen, Pfizer, Sanofi, Lilly, AstraZeneca, MSD, Bristol Myers Squibb and Takeda have significant operations here.
- 90+ pharmaceutical companies operate in Ireland
- 45,000 people employed in IDA client companies
An Exporting Powerhouse
Ireland is the world’s third largest exporter of pharmaceuticals, according to the UN International Trade Statistics database. The sector continues to evolve, expanding its capabilities to include innovation, digitalisation and next-generation technologies.
- €116+ billion annual exports
- Third largest exporter of pharmaceuticals globally
Opportunities to Collaborate
Multinationals operating in Ireland have many opportunities to collaborate with domestic companies, a network of life sciences sub-supply providers and multiple industry-focused research centres spanning a variety of technologies.
- Facilitated sharing of best practice between companies
- Active industry-academic partnership in technology, materials, manufacturing and more
Strong Compliance Record
Ireland has an exemplary compliance record with regulatory agencies like the FDA and EMA, who collaborate and work closely with our Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) to achieve trouble-free compliance.
- 50 FDA-approved pharma and biopharma plants
- Fair oversight of regulated companies and a culture of excellence in compliance
World-Class Talent
Ireland’s industry can avail of skilled talent in existing pharma sites, experienced in quality assurance, quality control, product development, science and engineering. There’s also unrestricted access to the EU labour pool of over 240 million people.
- Strong links with universities provide local talent matched to industry needs
- Fast-track support for employment permits for skilled international labour
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