Barbados is positioning itself at the forefront of global pharmaceutical innovation with the announcement of EarlyHealth City Barbados, a groundbreaking US$200 million life sciences and manufacturing ecosystem planned for Newton, Christ Church. The transformative project, driven by a new partnership between Export Barbados (BIDC) and EarlyHealth Group (EHG) of Dubai, marks one of the largest and most ambitious industrial investments in the island’s modern history.
Envisioned as a world-class pharmaceutical and biotech cluster, EarlyHealth City aims to attract major international partners, accelerate industrialisation through sustainable contract manufacturing, and expand laboratory and clinical research capacity for Barbados and the wider Caribbean.
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A 45-Acre Ecosystem for Advanced Manufacturing
Spread across 45 acres, EarlyHealth City will feature three high-tech domes totaling more than 250,000 square feet. The facilities will support the full spectrum of pharmaceutical production — from oral solids and liquids to semi-solids and advanced biologics.
The manufacturing capabilities will include:
- Cell cultivation
- Upstream and downstream bioprocessing
- Scale-up to commercial release
- Full operations under US and EU Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards
This positions Barbados to compete on a global stage, offering world-class production capacity and regulatory alignment with the world’s most advanced markets.
EHG, a leading global pharmaceutical services company operating across 60 countries, has already secured MOUs with major international industry players including Acarpia Farmaceutici Srl, Bioeq AG, Formycon AG, Swedish Orphan Biovitrum (SOBI), and manufacturers from Europe, Asia, and South America.
Cybersecurity, Sports Science, and Innovation Under One Dome
A fourth dome will house a state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre powered by Cyb3r Limited — Dubai’s fastest-growing cybersecurity and data-protection firm. The SOC will feature an AI-driven cybersecurity and analytics backbone designed to protect regulatory data, intellectual property, and digital infrastructure across the life sciences campus.
Uniquely, this dome will also include a 30,000 square foot high-performance cricket training facility operated by DriveFITT. Combining biomechanics, sports science, and advanced recovery technology, the centre aims to produce a new generation of elite Caribbean athletes — especially fast bowlers — with science-backed training.
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A Transformative Investment for Barbados’ Economy
Prime Minister the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley, SC, MP, described EarlyHealth City as a “transformative project” for Barbados, noting the government’s commitment to providing the investment climate and oversight required for its success.
She emphasized that beyond infrastructure, the initiative represents a strategic shift in national development:
“EarlyHealth City Barbados will drive job creation and build local scientific and technical talent, allowing Barbadians to play a central role in developing a new industry. It is a cornerstone of Barbados’ economic future.”
EHG’s CEO, Dr. Dan A. Renout, echoed this sentiment, describing the project as an engine for change:
“EarlyHealth City Barbados is more than a manufacturing site. It is a platform for transformation — strengthening supply resilience, generating skilled employment, and connecting the Caribbean to the global pharmaceutical industry.”
Once operational, EarlyHealth City is expected to host a community of over 1,000 professionals, supported by wellness spaces, restaurants, and collaborative work hubs designed for a modern, sustainable lifestyle.
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Commercial Diplomacy and Regional Leadership
Senior Minister Kerrie Symmonds praised the project as a powerful example of commercial diplomacy, applauding the proactive role played by Barbados’ Embassy in the UAE and its Ambassador, Her Excellency Dr. Annalee C. Babb.
He described EarlyHealth City as the culmination of strategic international engagement that is unlocking new opportunities for Barbados’ industrial future.
Minister of Innovation, Industry, Science and Technology, Senator the Hon. Jonathan Reid, highlighted the project’s significance in elevating Barbados onto the global life sciences stage:
“Barbados is taking decisive steps to join the ranks of countries leading in life sciences and pharmaceutical innovation. This project builds the foundation for sustainable economic growth and global competitiveness.”
He commended Export Barbados — Chairman Dodridge Miller and CEO Mark Hill — for their bold vision in shaping Barbados into a regional hub for life sciences, noting that the iconic architectural design of EarlyHealth City could serve as a blueprint for next-generation pharmaceutical manufacturing.
EarlyHealth City Barbados represents more than an investment — it is a signal that the Caribbean is ready to compete in the future of global health, biotech, and high-value manufacturing.
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