Pace Acquires Catalent’s North Carolina Laboratory

Pace Life Sciences (7A2) has acquired Catalent’s small molecule analytical laboratories in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Pace said that the acquisition strengthens its ability to provide comprehensive analytical services for early-stage drug development through to commercialization, expands its U.S. network, and enhances its ability to support clients with faster and more reliable solutions.

Pace® Life Sciences, LLC, a contract development, and manufacturing organization (CDMO) and a Division of Pace®, a Science and Technology Company, announced today that it has acquired from Catalent its Center-of-Excellence for Small Molecule Analytical Services located in Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC. Catalent is a leading global contract research, development, and manufacturing (CDMO) company with operations in the U.S. and across the globe. The acquired small molecule analytical services business has and will continue to, support numerous biopharma and pharma clients with analytical services to bring life-changing medicines to market.

“This acquisition enhances and strengthens our ability to partner with our clients throughout early-stage drug research and development to commercialization as a full-service analytical outsourcing provider,” stated Eric Roman, President and CEO of Pace®. “We are looking forward to the expansion of our scientific team and the expertise that comes with this transaction as we remain committed to our mission of improving lives and the health of our communities.”

Dawn Von Rohr, President of Pace® Life Sciences, noted, “As we continue to expand our national network of small and large molecule testing services, we are able to provide faster, more flexible, and more reliable solutions for our clients. This commitment is the key accelerator for delivering high-quality laboratory services while tapping into our expertise to find solutions for complex programs.”

This transaction expands the Pace® Life Sciences network to 9 strategically located sites across the United States and Puerto Rico offering access to highly talented scientists, a wide range of services including analytical services for small and large molecules, formulation development, and early-stage drug product manufacturing, all supported by a robust and validated quality system. In addition, Pace® provides key services in consulting, laboratory in-sourcing staffing, and laboratory equipment and relocation support.

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