by
Gus Iversen, Editor in Chief | April 02, 2025
SHL Medical has launched a $220 million manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina, aimed at strengthening its position in the growing autoinjector market and expanding production capacity in North America.
The Swiss-based company said the new 360,000-square-foot site is equipped with advanced injection molding and automated assembly lines to support the manufacture of its autoinjector portfolio. These devices are widely used in treatments for endocrine and metabolic conditions, including GLP-1 therapies, as well as in dermatology and musculoskeletal care.
The South Carolina facility marks SHL’s first major production site in the U.S. and has already created over 300 jobs, with further expansion expected. It complements the company’s final assembly and packaging operations in Deerfield Beach, Florida, and builds on its existing sites in Taiwan and Switzerland.
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“U.S.-based production is a major step forward in our global expansion and reinforces our position as the leader in providing end-to-end drug delivery solutions,” said Ulrich Faessler, CEO and chairman of SHL Medical.
The North Charleston site will serve as a hub for high-volume production to support demand across the Americas. According to the company, it remains on track to supply 1.5 billion autoinjector units globally in 2025.
In addition to boosting manufacturing capacity, the site supports SHL’s efforts to localize production and mitigate global supply chain disruptions. It also reflects the company’s broader investment in vertical integration through recent acquisitions, including SHL Advantec and several automation and tooling companies.
“The most trusted autoinjector brand is now made in the USA,” said Kimberlee Steele, managing director North America. “We are proud to be contributing to the growth of the local economy and becoming a key player in the area while contributing to our sustainability goals.”
The grand opening drew roughly 180 attendees, including South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Swiss Consul General Urs Broennimann.
