Our presence in Ireland
Johnson & Johnson’s connection with Ireland began in 1935, marking the start of a long and proud heritage. Since then, we have grown significantly, expanding our operations to become a key player in both the Innovative Medicine and MedTech segments. Today, our Irish workforce numbers more than 6,000 people 1, contributing to our mission of advancing health for everyone, everywhere.
Our Irish operations span ten sites across five counties—Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Galway, and Mayo—and play a significant role in Johnson & Johnson’s global success. These sites encompass research and development, manufacturing, shared services, and commercial operations that ensure patients in Ireland and beyond can access our life-saving medicines.
Our Irish operations span ten sites across five counties—Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Galway, and Mayo—and play a significant role in Johnson & Johnson’s global success. These sites encompass research and development, manufacturing, shared services, and commercial operations that ensure patients in Ireland and beyond can access our life-saving medicines.
J&J Innovative Medicine’s footprint in Ireland
With a presence in Ireland since 1981, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine has a strong local footprint with three pharmaceutical sites, spanning R&D and manufacturing operations in Cork and a country commercial business in Dublin.
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Ringaskiddy, Cork
Established in 2005, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine’s facility in Ringaskiddy is a state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D site that produces critical medicines for immunology and oncology patients, addressing critical needs in areas such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s Disease, Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis and Multiple Myeloma . Since 2005, €900m has been invested in developing manufacturing capabilities at the site.
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Little Island, Cork
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine’s facility in Little Island, Co. Cork, was established in 1981. It manufactures bulk active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for use in Neuroscience and Infectious Disease therapeutic areas and plays an important part in our global supply chain.
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Tallaght, Dublin
The company’s commercial offices are located in Tallaght, Dublin. This team is responsible for the supply and marketing of the company’s licensed products in Ireland. Functions include market access, medical, commercial and communications.
A global leader in manufacturing excellence
Our commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business practices is reflected in the prestigious designations we’ve earned:
Global Lighthouse Network
Our Innovative Medicine facility in Ringaskiddy, Cork has been recognised by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network, a testament to our leadership in implementing cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies that enhance manufacturing processes and drive innovation.
Sustainable Business Practices
We are proud to be the first pharmaceutical manufacturing company to receive the Business Working Responsibly Mark for our site in Ringaskiddy, recognising our unwavering commitment to sustainable and responsible practices across our entire supply chain.
In Ireland, we are at the forefront of sustainability efforts. Across our operations, we are continuously pushing to reduce our environmental impact and adopt high-impact sustainable practices.
Here at Johnson & Johnson, we put the needs and wellbeing of the people we serve first. Our commitment extends from supporting patients and healthcare professionals to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work, both in Ireland and globally.