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Industry News
Merck Develops Boston Research Center
Pharmaceutical giant Merck is constructing a 300,000-sf facility in the Longwood Medical Area of Boston. Slated to open in late 2004, the 18-story facility will employ 450 workers.
Analytical Graphics Expand in Malvern
Analytical Graphics has expanded with the lease of 67,000 sf in the Valley Creek Corporate Center in Malvern, Pa. Analytical Graphics, previously located in 37,500 sf at Malvern’s Commons at Valley Forge, makes geospatial analysis and visualization software for the aerospace, defense, and intelligence industries.
Bayer Diagnostics Relocates to Norwood
Bayer Healthcare Diagnostics Division is relocating from Medfield to 100,000-sf in Norwood, Mass. A $5-million wet lab will be developed in the facility prior to occupancy in January 2005.
Boston Medical Develops Moakley Cancer Center
Boston Medical Center has selected RF Walsh as construction manager for the $95-million Moakley Medical Services Building, a 130,000-sf cancer facility.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Creates New Headquarters
Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. (BGE) will renovate its historic East Tower facility in Baltimore to serve as the company’s new headquarters. Housing over 500 employees, the project will include retail space on the first level. The 18-month renovation is expected to reach completion in mid- to late 2005. BGE recently sold the West Tower, the site of the company’s former headquarters. Construction will include separation of the infrastructure of the two buildings as well as HVAC, electrical, and elevator upgrades.