San José, January 2025. Harland Medical Systems, a U.S.-based leader in specialized coatings for the medical device industry, announce the launch of its operations in
Costa Rica. The new state-of-the-art facility, located in The Green Park Free Zone in Alajuela, marks a milestone as Costa Rica’s first provider of hydrophilic coatings, a critical service for the rapidly growing MedTech sector.
Jon Anderson, Founder & CEO of Harland Medical Systems, stated
: “Harland is thrilled to expand our operations to Costa Rica, enabling us to better support our customers at every stage of their coating journey. We are eager to embrace the rich culture, dynamic workforce, and fresh perspectives that Costa Rica brings. This investment marks an exciting step toward serving even more customers worldwide with the same dedication and even greater capacity in the near future.”Scheduled to begin operations in July, the new facility will specialize in high-throughput coating services and technical support, catering to key
medical device industry sectors such as neurology, cardiology, vascular access, ophthalmology, urology, and orthopedics. This move strengthens Harland’s ability to streamline its supply chain, reduce turnaround times, and meet the growing demand for high-quality coatings globally.
"Harland Medical's decision to invest in Costa Rica highlights our strategic advantages as a hub for life sciences, addressing industry demand and strengthening the services provided from our country. With a highly skilled workforce and a favorable business environment, Costa Rica continues to attract world-class companies seeking to innovate and expand in the Americas," added Marianela Urgellés, Managing Director of
CINDE.
This investment aligns with Harland’s global growth strategy, building upon its successful operations in Ireland and Israel. The facility will focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement while creating high-value career opportunities for the local workforce.
Harland Medical Systems’ expansion reinforces Costa Rica’s reputation as a premier destination for foreign direct investment in the
life sciences sector, strengthening the country’s position as a global leader in medical
innovation and advanced manufacturing.
About CINDECINDE offers expertise and strategic guidance for investment, business development, and promotion of talent initiatives in Costa Rica. Thanks to its more than 43 years of working with multinational firms and serving as a key player in the investment ecosystem, CINDE has developed dozens of talent promotion initiatives as a key element in the Costa Rican business climate and helped more than 450 multinationals to set up in Costa Rica.
