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Lonza Selects Hyderabad for New Global Hub
5 Mar
Summary
- Lonza Group AG, a Swiss CDMO, is establishing a new Global Capability Centre.
- Hyderabad was chosen for its talent pool and infrastructure.
- The center is expected to create significant high-value employment.
Lonza Group AG, a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) headquartered in Switzerland, is set to establish a new Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad. The decision was formally communicated by a company delegation to local industry officials.
Founded in 1897, Lonza operates across more than 30 sites globally, employing nearly 20,000 professionals. In 2025, the company reported substantial sales and earnings. Hyderabad emerged as the preferred location following a comprehensive evaluation process.
The selection was based on Hyderabad's strong talent pool, quality infrastructure, and supportive industrial ecosystem. Lonza's investment is expected to boost Telangana's position in the global biopharmaceutical industry and create numerous jobs.
This development is seen as a significant milestone for Telangana's life sciences sector, with the GCC expected to contribute to high-value employment and enhance Hyderabad's integration into the global biopharmaceutical value chain.
