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Berkshire Hathaway’s IPS, Allyant, and the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park have joined forces in a creating a state-of-the-art Life Science, Healthcare, and Technology Park.

The strategic partnership will cater to specialized turnkey startups, commercial manufacturing, and comprehensive support facilities.

The initial phase of this ambitious venture will focus on the development and site master planning of a sprawling 56-acre area in Georgina, Ontario, nestled within the Keswick Business Park. The objective is to establish a dynamic hub capable of accommodating a diverse range of sectors, spanning from pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices to digital technology and beyond.

Safa’a Al-Rais, President and CEO of the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing its role in fostering innovation, capital efficiency, and sustainability. Al-Rais highlighted the critical importance of expediting the development and delivery of transformative services and medicines to patients, underlining the strategic significance of this partnership.

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. With a comprehensive range of services including consultancy, architecture, engineering, and compliance, IPS empowers clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. The recent acquisition of Linesight further enhances IPS’s capabilities, solidifying its position as a leader in project management across various sectors worldwide.

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Berkshire Hathaway’s IPS-Integrated Project Services, LLC, a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction management, and validation services (EPCMV) for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, has opened its second office in the United Kingdom.

Situated in the dynamic Glasshouse at Alderley Park, Macclesfield, this strategic move underscores the company’s dedication to expanding its presence and catering to the growing client base in the UK and Europe.

With a workforce of over 420 professionals spread across seven offices in Europe, including 170 in the UK, IPS’s narrative is one of remarkable growth.

Glen Slaymaker, Senior UK Director, remarks, “Our expansion in the UK and Europe speaks volumes about our team’s dedication to excellence. The Alderley Park office not only expands our physical footprint but also reinforces our commitment to closer client relationships and leveraging talent in the Northwest of England.”

Alderley Park, renowned for its innovation ecosystem, emerged as the ideal location for IPS’s second UK office. The Glasshouse, a cutting-edge facility, serves not only as a physical expansion but also fosters creativity and collaboration, aligning with IPS’s ethos of innovation and excellence.

Jim Stephanou, CEO of IPS, emphasizes the significance of this milestone, stating, “Our journey exemplifies the power of people, innovation, and collaboration. In just eight years, IPS has witnessed extraordinary growth. Our presence in Alderley Park underscores our commitment to exceptional service delivery and strengthening client partnerships.”

This strategic expansion sets the stage for further advancements, solidifying IPS’s position as a leader in the European market. The company looks forward to contributing to the thriving community at Alderley Park, pushing boundaries in the life sciences industry.

About IPS: IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Offering consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services, IPS enables clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. With the recent acquisition of Linesight, specializing in project management services across various sectors, IPS boasts over 3,200 professionals in 45 offices across 17 countries worldwide.