LabConnect, LLC Expanding To Advanced Laboratory Operations Center In Johnson City, Tennessee

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LabConnect, a leading global provider of central laboratory services, will be moving its operations center in Johnson City, Tenn., to a new, 42,000-square-foot custom-built facility effective May 7. LabConnect’s laboratory testing facility in Johnson City will remain in its current location.

“As we continue to grow, we are learning the best ways to expand our operation”

“We have grown every year since we were founded in 2002, and we are committed to maintaining our facilities with cutting-edge technology,” said Eric Hayashi, LabConnect president and CEO. “The new operations center will triple our current space in Johnson City. This will provide room for state-of-the-art sample management and biorepository capabilities as well as space for efficient kit-building operations, redundant backup power generation, administrative offices and meeting rooms.”

With corporate headquarters in Seattle, LabConnect utilizes a network of more than 25 central laboratories on six continents. LabConnect’s services include routine and esoteric laboratory testing, kit building, sample management, biorepository and scientific support services for biopharmaceutical and contract research clients.

A detailed moving plan has been developed to ensure seamless business continuity, regulatory compliance and sample integrity.

“As we continue to grow, we are learning the best ways to expand our operation,” said Hayashi. “Our new facility will allow us to serve our clients with new and enhanced capabilities.”

About LabConnect, LLC
Privately held LabConnect, LLC, provides global central laboratory testing services to the biopharmaceutical industry to support drug development programs around the world. LabConnect’s capabilities include a full range of routine and specialized testing, safety, esoteric, bioanalytical, pathology, biorepository and logistics services. LabConnect is committed to exceptional customer service, superior value and innovative data management and reporting systems.