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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. has announced the opening of a new 8,000-square-meter distribution and labeling centre supporting its immunodiagnostics business in Uppsala. The new centre 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.
The distribution and labeling centre represents an investment of $18 million (approximately 160 million SEK) in advanced infrastructure, automation and operational capabilities, and complements Thermo Fisher’s existing research, development and manufacturing activities in Uppsala. 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.
The new distribution and labeling centre features automated storage, scanning and labeling systems that improve efficiency, accuracy and traceability. Developed in line with Thermo Fisher’s global facility standards, the center incorporates energy-efficient design features.
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.
