Swiss-based CRB Group, a provider of design and consulting services for the life science sector, has opened an office in Stuttgart, Germany. The office, the company’s second in Europe, supports the growing need for experts in project execution to support the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry in the region, CRB said.

“The opening of operations for CRB in Germany strategically aligns with our clients’ growth in the region over the last decade and allows us to serve their needs locally,” said CRB president, Ryan Schroeder. “In addition, Germany’s commitment to research and manufacturing in the life science industry makes it a natural fit for the expertise of our team.”

The company has also hired Bernd Müller as the project team leader in Stuttgart. Muller previously worked at M+W group in Stuttgart, where he was the head of process department for the Bioprocess Facilities business unit. CRB said the Stuttgart office and its headquarters in Basel, Switzerland will continue to focus on life science projects in Europe. The privately held company serves markets including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, science and technology, and food and beverage.