Singapore, Nov. 19 -- Samsung Biologics has officially begun construction of its Plant 4 in Incheon, South Korea. Dubbed the "Super Plant," the new, multi-story 238,000-square-meter construction will be the world's largest biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility of its kind boasting 256,000 liters total manufacturing capacity.

In a joint event with the Korean government and the Incheon City, Samsung Biologics showcased a virtual groundbreaking ceremony in light of COVID-19 protocols and announced an investment plan to build the "Future of Biopharma."

Upon completion of Plant 4, Samsung Biologics is expected to be accountable for a third of the total global bio-CMO manufacturing capacity, offering a combined sum of 620,000 liters from a...