Avantor, Inc. (VWR, part of Avantor)
Avantor is a leading global supplier of mission‑critical products and services to customers in the life sciences, advanced technology, and applied materials industries. The company's origins trace back to 1904 when VWR (Van Waters & Rogers) was established as a chemical distribution business. In November 2017, Avantor completed its acquisition of VWR, combining the strengths of both organizations to create a global leader in life science tools and services. Today, the VWR brand and vwr.com platform continue to operate as a primary sales channel, offering customers access to a vast portfolio of over 500,000 products from more than 6,000 suppliers. Avantor supports science from discovery to scale‑up and commercial delivery, providing end‑to‑end solutions across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, industrial, educational, and healthcare sectors. The company's Bridgewater Innovation Center develops solutions that simplify key manufacturing steps for viral vectors and monoclonal antibodies. Avantor employs approximately 15,000 people globally and operates as a Fortune 500 company.
