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Taoiseach Enda Kenny, together with  Jobs Minister Richard Bruton, today announced that Nypro Healthcare is to further expand its medical device operations in Bray, Co. Wicklow with the opening of a new medical device development centre and the creation of 100 new high quality jobs.

Nypro Healthcare has created 160 new jobs in the last 24 months. Today’s announcement, of 100 additional jobs will bring Nypro Healthcare’s total Irish workforce to 460. The increase in the company’s headcount comes following a complete transition from 2008 in Nypro Healthcare’s focus from the electronic industry to that of the drug delivery and diagnostics industry.

Making the announcement, Taoiseach Enda Kenny TD said:

“Ireland’s reputation as a leading location for business and investment in the life sciences sector is further boosted by this announcement of 100 new highly-skilled jobs at Nypro's Bray facility.  Maintaining Ireland as an attractive location for investment is a priority for Government and is recognised by long established companies such as Nypro who have had a presence here since 1980. I'm delighted that today’s announcement deepens the long standing relationship between Nypro and Ireland.”

Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD said:

“Healthcare and life sciences is a key sector targeted by the Government for employment growth as part of the Action Plan for Jobs. In 2012 we have implemented a number of key measures to support expansion in this area.”

Barry O’Leary, CEO of IDA Ireland said:

“Nypro Healthcare is an excellent example of a company that has identified a need for expertise in a particular market and transformed its existing operation to serve this niche. I am particularly impressed by Nypro Healthcare’s client list in Ireland.”