Chemir Analytical Services Acquires Gateway Chemical

Chemir Analytical Services (Maryland Heights, MO, www.chemir.com)acquired Gateway Chemical Technology, Inc., (St. Louis, MO, www.gatewaychemical.com),a provider of custom synthesis and process development services.  

"The purchase of Gateway Chemical Technology is a key step in our nextlevel of growth" said Shri Thanedar, PhD, CEO of Chemir, in a companyrelease. "In fact, we plan to expand soon to a new building. This willbe a dedicated CGMP/FDA regulated laboratory, perfect for our growingstaff of pharmaceutical chemists."

Chemir will expand its Maryland Heights facility from 25,000 to 50,000ft², with a staff projected at 100 by 2008.