ATLANTA, Ga. — Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced a major expansion by BioTouch, a global healthcare logistics company, which will invest $12.5 million to expand two existing facilities in Columbus, Georgia. The project will create 480 new jobs in Muscogee County over the next four years, significantly strengthening the region’s healthcare and logistics ecosystem.
“BioTouch’s decision to double down on Georgia underscores how our approach to economic development is bringing opportunity to all parts of the state,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “I want to congratulate Muscogee County and the entire region on this exciting announcement and the jobs it will bring to this growing community.”
Expanding Healthcare Logistics Capacity in Georgia
BioTouch is a global, single-source provider of healthcare kitting and logistics solutions, offering services that include:
- Custom healthcare kitting
- Specialty medical courier services
- Printing and promotional solutions
- End-to-end technology platforms
- Advanced temperature-controlled logistics
These capabilities support hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare organizations worldwide as part of a growing medical supply chain.
BioTouch’s Columbus operations focus on manufacturing medical testing kits and sample collection kits. Across two facilities in Muscogee County, the company currently employs approximately 390 team members.
“BioTouch has been proud to call Columbus home since 2005, and our commitment to this community remains strong,” said Rob Coyle, CEO of BioTouch. “Expanding in Columbus has been a pivotal chapter in our growth story. The city’s skilled workforce, business-friendly environment, and strategic logistics network have enabled us to scale faster and serve our customers more efficiently.”
Project Details and Hiring Timeline
BioTouch’s facilities are located at Corporate Ridge Business Park and Columbus East Industrial Park. Construction and hiring for the expansion are already underway, with full operations expected by 2028. Interested applicants may apply at biotouchglobaljobs.com.
“BioTouch’s expansion is a powerful vote of confidence in Columbus and our people,” said Selvin Hollingsworth, Chairman of the Development Authority of Columbus. “This project strengthens our community’s position in the global healthcare supply chain.”
State and Local Partners Supporting Expansion
Christy Bozeman, Senior Regional Project Manager with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), represented the state’s Global Commerce team in partnership with:
- The Development Authority of Columbus
- Georgia Power
- Georgia Quick Start
“BioTouch demonstrates the diversity of Georgia’s life sciences ecosystem and the strength of our healthcare and manufacturing industries,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “We look forward to working with BioTouch, Columbus, and our partners in workforce development to create more opportunities for good jobs in west Georgia.”
About BioTouch
BioTouch is a global leader in end-to-end healthcare kitting and specialty logistics, delivering precision, reliability, and seamless integration to healthcare organizations and life sciences companies around the world. The company brings deep expertise in addressing the complex demands of the healthcare supply chain.
