Reckitt Benckiser Opens Science And Innovation Centre In Hull

British household goods maker Reckitt Benckiser has inaugurated a state-of-the-art science and innovation centre in Hull as part of its £200 million (€235.7 million) investment in the UK.

The innovation centre is equipped with brand new consumer health laboratory facilities and is the first milestone of its investment programme, the company said.

The company has also committed to investing £95 million (€111.98 million) to upgrade its manufacturing facilities at its factory at Hull, which employs around 1,400 people.

The investment marks the latest chapter in Reckitt Benckiser’s 179-year history in Hull and puts it at the forefront of consumer health innovation, the company said.

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