Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Boca Raton, USA (BPC), a 100% subsidiary of Biotest AG, Germany, a leading manufacturer of plasma proteins and biological products, is pleased to announce the addition of its newest plasma collection centre located at Brookings, South Dakota, USA. The state-of-the-art facility officially opened its doors for business on May 24, 2016 and brings the total number of BPC's plasma collection centres to 19.
"This facility is one of the four plasma centres BPC plans to open in 2016, reinforcing our continued commitment to the expansion of our existing network of plasma collection centres. We are fully committed to better serve the thousands of patients worldwide who rely on plasma-based therapies", said Ileana Carlisle, BPC's Chief Executive Officer.
BPC has invested approximately EUR1.8 million in the construction of this facility. The Company expects to add over 40 jobs to the Brookings local economy and currently has employment opportunities available for medical personnel and phlebotomists.
Source : biotest.com
