Astoriom, a global leader in life sciences R&D sample stability and biorepository storage, has unveiled a cutting-edge cryogenic storage suite at its Tramore facility in County Waterford. This new development brings unparalleled capabilities for biological sample storage to Ireland.

Gerald Hurley, CEO of the Waterford Chamber of Commerce, joined Astoriom’s team to mark the expansion, celebrating this significant milestone for the local community and Ireland's growing life sciences sector.

The dedicated cryogenic suite addresses the increasing need for safe, long-term preservation of biological materials, ensuring their viability over extended periods. Building on its existing customer base, the Tramore site—already known for stability storage, disaster recovery, biorepository, and validation services—expands its offerings with this new suite. It is expected to serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, IVF clinics, and other organizations requiring secure biological sample storage.

The suite also plays a key role in disaster recovery planning, meeting emerging regulatory requirements for comprehensive backup strategies. With precise temperature ranges of -196°C and full adherence to ISO 9001 certifications, the facility sets a new standard in compliance with global regulatory requirements.

Commenting on the development, Lori Ball, Astoriom CEO, said:

“The launch of this dedicated cryogenic suite signifies our confidence in the growing demand for biological sample storage—not just in Ireland but in the global market—and underscores our commitment to expanding our Tramore base. Over the next few months, we will continue to broaden our service offerings, reinforcing our position as a critical partner for industries needing secure, reliable storage. We are pleased to celebrate this milestone with the Waterford Chamber of Commerce and look forward to working with them as we bring further investment to Tramore.”

Gerald Hurley added:

“Waterford is a city of opportunity and innovation—a global leader in research and technology. Astoriom’s expansion reflects this. The life sciences sector is pivotal to economic development in Waterford and the South East, and having Astoriom grow its business here in Tramore is fantastic. We wish the team every success and, as long-standing supporters of the Waterford Chamber, we offer them our full support as they continue to grow.”

The new facility follows Astoriom’s recent double acquisition, which included Nottingham-based MTS Cryo Stores and Cool Repair Scientific UK, as well as Flagship Biosciences' North Carolina biorepository operations.

With over 30 years of expertise in safeguarding samples for leading scientific and consumer R&D companies, Astoriom has established a strong reputation in ICH sample stability and biorepository storage. The company operates state-of-the-art facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

To learn more about Astoriom and its new cryogenic suite in Tramore, visit astoriom.com.

Image: Gerald Hurley, CEO of Waterford Chamber of Commerce and Con Hurley, Astoriom Account Manager cutting a ribbon mark the official opening of the new suite. Credit: John Power

Source: Waterford Live