Big news for the health sector. Sri Lanka's largest Western pharmaceutical manufacturing facility is currently taking shape at the Bingiriya Investment Zone.
The Ministry of Health announced that the mega project is now reaching its final stages of construction. Operated by Synergy Pharmaceuticals Corporation Private Limited, the complex will help fulfill up to 25% of local pharmaceutical demand while also catering to overseas buyers.
Minister checks progress
Deputy Minister of Health Hansaka Wijemuni recently made a visit to inspect the Bingiriya premises. He reviewed the ongoing building work, installation of modern machinery, and the setup of the advanced Research and Development (R&D) Laboratory.
Company managers and other officials joined the visit, which included talks regarding upcoming development plans for the facility.
Essential drugs and state support
Once running, the factory will churn out tablets, capsules, injectables, cancer treatments, and hormonal medications under global quality standards.
The Ministry noted that the project will boost domestic drug production and open export doors. Deputy Minister Wijemuni also assured that administrative backing and institutional support will continue so remaining tasks can finish quickly and commercial production can begin.
What happens next
The government will provide administrative assistance and institutional support to expedite remaining construction work and begin commercial production.
