Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Merck Invests $1 Billion in New Delaware Plant

4/29/2025

27 5

Summary

Story summary

Merck is committing $1 billion to construct a 470,000-square-foot plant in Wilmington, Delaware for Keytruda production.
The new facility will generate over 500 jobs and is set to open by 2028, with production commencing by 2030.
This initiative supports U.S. efforts to enhance domestic manufacturing amid tariff challenges.
Merck aims to invest $9 billion in the U.S. economy by 2028 to expand manufacturing capabilities.

1 of 1

Story summary

Merck is committing $1 billion to construct a 470,000-square-foot plant in Wilmington, Delaware for Keytruda production.
The new facility will generate over 500 jobs and is set to open by 2028, with production commencing by 2030.
This initiative supports U.S. efforts to enhance domestic manufacturing amid tariff challenges.
Merck aims to invest $9 billion in the U.S. economy by 2028 to expand manufacturing capabilities.