Gilead Sciences Breaks Ground on New Manufacturing Hub, a Cornerstone of Its U.S. Growth and Innovation Strategy
New Bay Area Building Marks Significant Progress as Part of

Gilead Sciences breaks ground on new manufacturing and technical development site in Bay Area.
“This new facility is part of our vision for delivering next generation therapies and a cornerstone of Gilead’s
The five-story, 180,000 square foot facility will serve as a hub for innovation and collaboration across technical development and manufacturing teams. Designed with flexible pilot lab space and advanced digital infrastructure, the NTDC will accelerate technology transfer and support the advancement of next-generation biologics across Gilead’s pipeline. It will feature digitally enabled systems, autonomous robotics, and real-time digital monitoring, making it one of the most AI-enabled centers in the biopharma industry.
The new facility will strengthen Gilead’s biologics capacity and capabilities, a central pillar of the company’s growth strategy. This investment builds on Gilead’s broader
“California is proud to be home to Gilead Sciences and its ongoing investment in innovation and jobs right here in Foster City,� said California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis. “This new Technical Development Center is more than a milestone for Gilead; it’s a win for all who will benefit from its breakthroughs. It demonstrates that when we invest in domestic biomanufacturing, we strengthen supply chains, create thousands of good-paying jobs, and keep America at the forefront of life-saving innovation.�
This groundbreaking is part of a broader expansion at Gilead’s
Today’s event features remarks from Gilead leadership including Daniel O’Day, CEO, Stacey Ma, Executive Vice President, Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing, and Joydeep Ganguly, Senior Vice President, Corporate Operations. Distinguished guests include:
- California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis
- Rosanne Foust and Larisa Ocanada, San Mateo County Economic Development Association
- Tim Scott, CEO of Biocom
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Supervisor Noelia Corzo,
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
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About Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, cancer, and inflammation. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in
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