Lilly Invests $13B in Indiana's LEAP District for U.S. Pharma Independence
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly has made a massive investment of around $13 billion in Indiana's LEAP District. This is the largest single investment in active pharmaceutical ingredient production in the U.S. to date. The new facility, Lilly Medicine Foundry, is set to bolster the nation's pharmaceutical independence and create numerous jobs.
The Lilly Medicine Foundry is designed as a state-of-the-art hub integrating research, process development, manufacturing, and advanced technology under one roof. It aims to improve the resiliency of the U.S. medication supply chain and support research into more sustainable, efficient manufacturing methods. The facility's flexible layout will accommodate a range of molecular therapies, contributing to the momentum seen in key healthcare construction projects across the United States.
Governor Mike Braun and Lilly CEO Dave Ricks highlighted the facility's economic and strategic importance. They emphasized the national benefit of reducing reliance on overseas pharmaceutical production. The new foundry is expected to generate over 2,000 construction jobs during development and sustain approximately 400 high-skill positions once operational in 2027.
Spanning 1.2 million square feet across seven buildings, the Lilly Medicine Foundry is the most significant development announced for the LEAP District, aiming to attract high-tech industries to Indiana. The launch of the Lilly Medicine Foundry marks a significant milestone for the state's innovation ambitions and America's efforts to strengthen its pharmaceutical independence.
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