Massachusetts Biotechnology Council Announces Strategic Alliance with Fisher Scientific
Organizations Join With Mission to Improve Access to Leading Science Instrumentation and
Build Stronger Biotechnology Community
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (April 8, 2009) -The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council today announced an alliance with Fisher Scientific, part of Waltham-based Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
By being named a Primary Supplier in the MBC Purchasing Consortium, Fisher Scientific will support the product and supply chain service needs of Massachusetts biotechnology companies and will help to accelerate the industry's growth in the commonwealth. This solutions-based alliance will give MBC member companies access to the broad array of technologies offered by Fisher Scientific including scientific, safety and laboratory products.
"Our members need the most comprehensive and cost effective solutions we can provide to help them succeed and grow, especially in these difficult economic times. We believe that Fisher Scientifics' trusted and extensive portfolio of technologies, lab supply products and services will provide the quality and savings we demand for our members," said Robert K. Coughlin, MBC president and CEO. "This partnership will help us fulfill our mission of fostering an environment that enables every biotechnology company to reach its full potential."
The MBC Purchasing Consortium leverages the power of the collective membership to negotiate contracts with vendors that save member companies significant amounts of money. Current consortium contracts include bulk gases, packaged cylinder gases, chemical and biomedical waste removal, office supplies, lab equipment maintenance and travel services. The consortium also offer discounts on shipping and courier services.
About the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council
The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MBC), a not-for-profit organization that represents and provides services and support for the Massachusetts biotechnology industry, is the nation's oldest biotechnology trade association. Founded in 1985, the MBC is committed to advancing the development of critical new science, technology and medicines that benefit people worldwide. Representing over 600 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, research hospitals, and service organizations involved in life sciences and health care, the MBC works to advance policy and promote education, while providing member programs and events, industry information, and services. Visit www.massbio.org.