SHL Healthcare Expands its Current Manufacturing Capacity in Europe

SHL Healthcare AB is pleased to announce the acquisition of 25,000 sqm of land in Sofia, Bulgaria. This strategic purchase, located adjacent to the existing facility, paves the way for future expansion and an 85,000 sqm state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. 

The new facility will meet the customers’ need for increased flexibility in lead times, logistics, and strategic sourcing. This expansion reflects SHL Healthcare’s commitment to advancing MedTech development and manufacturing on a global scale and offering alternative production solutions for premium MedTech products and services. 

Erik Bolmgren, CEO of SHL Healthcare AB, commented on the acquisition: “By expanding in strategic regions we’re not only increasing our development and manufacturing capacities, but also demonstrate our commitment to providing optimal customer solutions.” 

Ivan Gladnev, General Manager of SHL Healthcare Bulgaria EAD, shares the enthusiasm over the expansion: “I’m excited to be part of this growth phase of SHL Healthcare. This strengthens our offer to our customers. 

About SHL Healthcare

SHL Healthcare is a world-leading contract developer and manufacturer of MedTech solutions. Headquartered in Sweden, our expertise ranges from project management, design, and development to state-of-the-art manufacturing in Europe and Asia. Examples of products SHL Healthcare develops and manufactures are alternating pressure mattress systems, patient slings and various other medical soft goods products.