More than 400 new jobs are to be created by Boston Scientific in Clonmel, Co Tipperary.

The US medical technology company is to invest €80m in the expansion of its manufacturing and research and development (R&D) capabilities there.

The money is to be used in expanding manufacturing and office space, with recruitment already under way in a variety of areas including production, engineering, quality, supply chain and R&D.

“Our growth in the region has been possible thanks to our talented workforce here in Clonmel,” said Conor Russell, Vice-President of Operations, Boston Scientific.

“Our team has worked to build strong manufacturing and R&D capabilities and also a high-performing and inclusive culture that we are proud to continue to foster as an employer of choice.”

The business already operates a Centre of Excellence for medical additives at the site where it has had a presence for 25 years.

Medical devices made there are used to help patients suffering from heart disease, neurological disorders, kidney stones and diseases of the pancreas, bile ducts and oesophagus.

As part of the investment, the plant is to be transitioned so that it sources more than 90% of its energy needs from renewables.

The investment has been supported by the Government through IDA Ireland.

“Boston Scientific in Ireland has transformed its activities over its 30 years here” said Mary Buckley, Executive Director with IDA Ireland.

“We welcome this investment in R&D and further manufacturing, which will offer new opportunities and careers in Tipperary and the region from the largest life sciences employer in Ireland.”

The news was also welcomed by the Taoiseach.

“Ireland is a global leader in the life sciences sector, and the decision by the company to invest again in Clonmel shows real confidence in the talent and infrastructure available,” said Leo Varadkar.

The news was welcomed by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
Last year the company said it would invest €100m in its Galway campus by adding 40,000 square feet of new manufacturing space, creating up to 300 jobs.

The multinational has been operating in Galway since 1994 and employs well over 4,000 people there.

In 2021, the company said it would invest €30m in its Cork site, creating 70 jobs.

Across its three sites in Galway, Cork and Clonmel the company has a workforce of more than 6,500 people.