FINANCE THE FUTURE OF PHARMA
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Large pharmaceutical companies are moving production to the United States. The result? Lower cost of goods sold by avoiding growing tariffs on finished products–also leading to higher profit margins in the US market. In order to quickly ramp production, they turn to pharmaceutical equipment financing and leasing. Read more
Pharmaceutical Equipment Eligible for Financing
We help manufacturers secure capital to finance FDA-compliant tools and technologies. You know what you need. We have the funding available to help you get it. Here is a sample of some of the equipment our lenders will finance.
Robotics
Conveyor Systems
Filling and Packaging Lines
Lyophilizers
Bioreactors
HVAC Systems
Automated Packaging
Finance Manufacturing Equipment For...
Solid dosage forms
Sterile injectables
Advanced therapies
Inhalable medication
Topical creams and
gels
Topical creams and gels
High-speed labeling
and packaging
High-speed labeling and packaging
Lenders who Understand Pharma
We have identified Commercial Funding Partners and Equipment Leases Inc. to be top lenders for the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. You can learn more about them from our lenders page, or click on their logos below.
Scale Production. Expand R&D. Stay Compliant.
Accelerate Drug Development
With modern lab tools, you can rapidly speed up product's time-to-market
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
With equipment that meets federal FDA EMA/GMP standards
Increase Product Output
Scalable, up-to-date productions lines will help you meet increasing demand
Cut Downtime
Replace aging equipment by financing or leasing newer, more reliable machinery
Tariff Impacts on Pharma Manufacturing
Tariffs are imposing a difficult decision on businesses: continue manufacturing abroad and pay fluctuating tariffs, or invest in domestic manufacturing to side-step those fees. If they continue manufacturing abroad, do they eat the tariff cost, narrowing their profit margins, or do they pass it on to customers, risking decreased sales or lost loyalty?
Many major players like Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly are choosing to build new facilities domestically. This will protect their profit margins and allow them to stay competitive in the pharmaceutical market.
As manufacturers work to develop new infrastructure, many are turning to equipment financing and leasing to stay up-to-date and preserve working capital for immediate expenses–payroll, materials, and more.
Industry Outlook: Major Companies Turning to the US
Several major pharmaceutical companies are making massive investments in U.S. manufacturing, signaling a renewed focus on domestic production and innovation. Eli Lilly is doubling its U.S. manufacturing investment to $1.7 billion, adding at least 700 new jobs across North Carolina and Indiana, with four new manufacturing sites underway—part of its $50 billion capital commitment since 2020. Merck has opened a $1 billion, 225,000-square-foot vaccine manufacturing facility in Durham, North Carolina, contributing to its broader $12 billion investment in domestic operations since 2018.
Johnson & Johnson is launching a $2 billion pharmaceutical campus in Wilson County, NC, creating 420 new jobs. Roche plans to invest $50 billion over the next five years in U.S. pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, including new and expanded sites in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and California. Meanwhile, Novartis is investing $23 billion to develop and expand ten U.S. facilities, and Regeneron has entered a $3 billion agreement with FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies to bolster manufacturing in North Carolina. These large-scale investments underscore the pharmaceutical industry’s long-term commitment to U.S.-based production, job creation, and advanced drug manufacturing.
Why Companies Work Through Us
We specialize in pharma equipment loans
Our network has funded $150M+ in 2025 alone
Our lenders offer flexible and creative terms
Pharma Innovations
Explore the latest breakthroughs, technologies, and trends that are influencing the pharma industry. From intelligent manufacturing processes to top-of-the-line technologies, learn how innovation is driving progress in pharma today.
Cutting Preclinical Costs with Organ-on-a-Chip Innovation
Organ-on-a-Chip: A Smarter Approach to Preclinical Testing Traditional preclinical testing depends heavily on animal models. These models are expensive, time-consuming, and often poor at predicting how humans will respond. A new biotech innovation—organ-on-a-chip (OoC) technology—is changing that. It offers a faster and more accurate alternative. How Organ-on-a-Chip Technology Works Organ-on-a-chip
Collaborative Robots Are Transforming Pharma Manufacturing
Sterile drug production is one of the most regulated and labor-intensive areas in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Every step must be precise, consistent, and low-risk for contamination. To meet these demands, more pharmaceutical companies are turning to collaborative robots—also known as cobots. Why Pharma Cobots Are Ideal for Sterile Environments Unlike traditional
FAQ
What kinds of pharma equipment can I finance?
You can finance pharmaceutical equipment for all stages of the production process–from R&D and manufacturing to labeling and storage. This includes bioractors, tablet presses, lyophilizers, coating machines, HVAC systems, environmental monitoring systems, biosafety cabinets, and more.
Can I finance used pharma equipment?
Yes! You know what you need best, our lenders are here to help you fulfill those needs. Our network finances both used and refurbished pharmaceutical equipment, so we will connect you with someone that can help.
What kinds of financing can I receive?
The lenders we work with are known for finding creative ways to finance your growth. That can be done through a variety of financing options such as loaning capital for a new purchase or assisting you with a sale-leaseback on equipment you already own.
Can startups or new manufacturers receive financing through your network?
Yes they can. Our network includes companies that frequently work with startups via asset- and application-only lending. Check out our Lenders page to see which ones can best serve you.
Do you only serve the pharmaceutical equipment industry?
We have identified top lenders in the pharmaceutical industry. Looking for something else? Check out other industries we work with at equipmentloanconnect.com.
How does the referral process work?
As soon as we receive your quote request, we will assess it and match you with a lender that is best-suited to assist you. They will reach out to you directly to offer you financing tailored to your situation. If the offer looks good to you, you can sign it, otherwise you can attempt to negotiate it further.
Are there any fees for using your referral service?
We offer this service 100% free of charge and without compensation. We are dedicated to helping companies acquire capital they need from trusted lenders to grow and expand their operations.