IDA Ireland welcomes investment at Bausch + Lomb in Waterford

This IDA supported investment demonstrates Bausch + Lomb’s commitment to Waterford and will help to further position its Irish operation as a centre of strategic importance within the parent company.  The company’s decision to deepen its commitment and secure 1,100 jobs in the South- East region is a significant vote of confidence in Ireland’s international reputation and standing as an excellent investment location.

Barry O'Leary, CEO, IDA Ireland

IDA Ireland today welcomed the news that Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, is midway through a $100 million investment at its plant in Waterford. The investment will lead to the creation of approximately100+ construction jobs on the site at various times during the different phases of the project.

Welcoming the investment, CEO, IDA Ireland, Barry O’Leary said “This IDA supported investment demonstrates Bausch + Lomb’s commitment to Waterford and will help to further position its Irish operation as a centre of strategic importance within the parent company.  The company’s decision to deepen its commitment and secure 1,100 jobs in the South- East region is a significant vote of confidence in Ireland’s international reputation and standing as an excellent investment location.”

“Manufacturing continues to be a key strategic feature of Ireland’s economy, and capital investment of this scale with the associated investment in training and up-skilling is what will truly transform the Irish economy.  On behalf of IDA I look forward to working with Bausch + Lomb as the company further develops in Ireland” continued Barry O’Leary.

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