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SmartLabs and IWG's New Era in Laboratory Infrastructure

In a groundbreaking announcement made during the International BIO Convention 2025 in Boston, SmartLabs, a leading supplier of flexible laboratory infrastructures, has partnered with the International Workplace Group (IWG). This ten-year collaboration aims to provide fully managed laboratory environments across the globe, addressing the growing need for innovative research and development spaces in life sciences.

A Unique Opportunity for Life Sciences

This partnership is particularly significant at a time when many regions are rich in scientific talent but lack the advanced laboratory infrastructures necessary to facilitate research and innovation. The alliance promises to integrate SmartLabs' high-performance laboratory solutions into IWG's portfolio of flexible workspace brands, such as Regus and Spaces. This structure will enable life science innovators, institutions, and investors to establish R&D capabilities in underrepresented markets worldwide, including Europe and Asia.

The comprehensive model offered by SmartLabs entails more than just physical space. It includes location selection, laboratory design, construction management, daily operations, and ongoing scientific support. Such a tailored approach ensures that each laboratory setup aligns with the strategic priorities of partner organizations and addresses the specific needs of local scientific ecosystems.

Addressing Global Demand

According to Brian Taylor, CEO of SmartLabs, the agreement is poised to enhance the company’s global footprint and expedite the delivery of smart laboratory solutions. “Combining our scientific and operational expertise with IWG's international reach allows us to deliver high-performing R&D environments to underserved markets faster,” he stated. “Whether it’s emerging biotech firms or established pharmaceutical giants, we aim to enable organizations to focus on what truly matters—advancing science more swiftly.”

Additionally, this collaboration marks IWG's entry into the laboratory real estate sector. It provides opportunities for property owners, developers, and capital partners to access high-growth life science and technology sectors with tested, low-risk, turnkey solutions.

Mark Dixon, founder and CEO of IWG, echoed this sentiment, stating that their varying brands of flexible workspace can unlock significant value. “This new offering provides our partners with a substantial opportunity to meet the rising demand for specialized laboratory environments without the complexities of building or managing them independently,” he pointed out. “We are facilitating a smarter and faster delivery of research-ready spaces in key innovation markets globally.”

Transforming the Future of Scientific Research

As global demand for R&D environments surges, companies in technology and life sciences face pressure to act quickly while managing their capital efficiently. SmartLabs' fully managed platform minimizes operational startup times, streamlines daily operations, and helps businesses stay focused on driving scientific innovation.

Founded in 2015, SmartLabs believes in creating adaptable, new resource infrastructures that are essential for the advancement of scientific research across various stages of the innovation lifecycle. It provides clients with access to enterprise-level R&D infrastructure and