Smurfit Westrock Opens World’s First Dedicated Clinical Packaging Facility in Dublin

Smurfit Westrock has inaugurated a cutting-edge adherence and clinical packaging facility near Dublin Airport with an investment exceeding €40 million. This world-first site is designed to provide innovative packaging solutions for clinical trials and regulated pharmaceutical products, featuring operational processes modeled after pharmaceutical manufacturing environments to ensure patient-focused quality. The new facility employs 170 skilled personnel and includes an Experience Centre showcasing the company’s capabilities for customized clinical packaging needs. Strategically located for efficient access to European markets, this facility complements Smurfit Westrock’s global network including sites in China and the U.S. The initiative underscores Smurfit Westrock’s commitment to advancing healthcare packaging by enhancing patient adherence and supporting the delivery of life-saving medicines through superior packaging technology.