Hovione recognised by the Top Employers Institute for a third consecutive year

Hovione, an international integrated pharmaceutical development and manufacturing organisation, based at Ringaskiddy, has once again solidified its position as a top employer.

For the third consecutive year, all four of its manufacturing sites — Ringaskiddy, Cork; Lisbon (Portugal); East Windsor (NJ, USA), and Macau — have been certified as top employers by the Top Employers Institute.

This certification follows a rigorous audit process and underscores Hovione’s consistency in investing in people and world-class workplace practices, as well as the unwavering commitment of its more than 2,300 employees to the company’s core purpose and values.

“This recognition reflects the exceptional dedication and collaboration of the entire Hovione team,” said Jean-Luc Herbeaux, chief executive officer, Hovione.

“Hovione is a development and manufacturing service company operating in one of the most demanding and regulated industries. We understand that our success is deeply rooted in our people.

“Together, as One Hovione, we are committed to continuously refining our practices to foster a workplace that inspires motivation and enhances employee satisfaction, so that, every day, our team members bring their best selves to work, driving innovation and excellence at every step.”

Ilda Ventura, senior vice-president of human resources and member of the management board, Hovione, said: “This distinction underscores our unwavering commitment to our people.

“At Hovione, we design our HR systems and processes to ensure that every team member enjoys a consistent and fulfilling experience, regardless of their role, function, or location. By prioritising equity and inclusion, we strengthen our differentiated employee value proposition, enriching the journey for both current and future talent.”

Imelda Cummins, HR director for Hovione Ireland, said: “This distinguished accreditation is a testament to our commitment to establish frameworks to attract, engage and retain top talent.

“We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and this recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team who strive every day to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

“Receiving the top employer accreditation is motivation for us to keep pushing the boundaries of what it means to be an exceptional employer. Together, we will continue to build a workplace that we can all be proud of.”

Hovione recently celebrated the opening of a multi-million euro expansion at its site at Ringaskiddy, which almost doubled the capacity of its spray drying facilities. This investment reinforced Hovione’s position as the global leader in spray drying for pharma applications.

The Top Employers Institute programme highlights the company’s significant advancements in several critical areas, including: Purpose and Values; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI); Employer Branding; Rewards and Recognition across all locations. Macau, which became the first-ever company in the region to earn top employer certification last year, successfully renewed its status this year, further solidifying Hovione’s global leadership in workplace excellence. Hovione said that investing in people is not just a strategy but a cornerstone of its success, driving innovation and excellence across the organisation.