Emphasizes Value of Domestic Production of Critical Medical Devices FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. , Aug.
22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX ), a leading global medical technology company, today celebrated the 75th anniversary of its manufacturing operations in Columbus, Neb. , and reinforced the need for and value of domestic production for critical medical devices. The milestone was celebrated in a ceremony recognizing the achievements of the site and its 2,100 employees.
Alongside BD business leaders were Nebraska state and federal officials, including Gov. Jim Pillen , Sen. Pete Ricketts , U.
S. Rep. Mike Flood , Mayor Jim Bulkley , the Columbus Chamber of Commerce and others.
"It's critical we support domestic manufacturing like BD's facility in Columbus in order to have a resilient domestic supply chain for critical medical products," said Sen. Ricketts. "BD's commitment to the state of Nebraska is providing jobs for generations of Nebraskans and playing an important role in protecting our national security and public health.
I appreciate BD's continued support of local businesses and their investments in its Columbus operations, which includes $200 million in capital investment over the last four years." "We are incredibly proud of the people of Columbus and Platte County on the great impact they have made the last 75 years helping BD become a global leader developing and making medical devices," said Gov. Pillen.
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