Radiopharmaceutical Production Unit (RPU) Ireland

Alliance Medical is investing in a new multi‑million‑euro radiopharmacy facility in Ireland, marking a significant step forward in expanding access to advanced diagnostic imaging. The facility will play a critical role in increasing PET‑CT capacity nationwide, helping to address growing demand for these vital scans and supporting earlier, more accurate diagnosis of serious conditions such as cancer.

Radiopharmacy is central to PET‑CT imaging, enabling the production of specialised radiopharmaceuticals that must be prepared and delivered within extremely tight timeframes. By strengthening this supply infrastructure, Alliance Medical is helping to ensure greater reliability, resilience, and scalability in the delivery of PET‑CT services across the country. This investment represents an important enhancement to Ireland’s diagnostic capability and healthcare infrastructure.

As Austin Craig of Alliance Medical highlights, “improving access to timely diagnostic imaging is critical for earlier cancer detection and better patient outcomes,” reinforcing the importance of continued investment in both technology and the systems that support it.

Improving access to PET‑CT scans is essential for reducing waiting times and delivering better patient outcomes. Faster access to imaging allows clinicians to detect disease earlier, stage conditions more accurately, and begin treatment sooner. Combined with ongoing investments in local imaging services, including expanded PET‑CT provision in regions such as the Mid‑West, this new radiopharmacy facility will help bring timely, high‑quality care closer to patients while also easing pressure on national services.

Together, these developments demonstrate Alliance Medical’s continued commitment to innovation, service excellence, and improving patient pathways.

To reach our team for any enquiries, please contact us at info@alliancemedical.ie

Moore Gilpin (left), radiopharmacy production unit head of quality control, and Austin Craig, radiopharmacy production unit site manager, Alliance Medical Ireland.