Rapid Micro Biosystems Launches a New Customer Website

Interactive website helps manufacturers of pharmaceutical, biotechnology and personal care products identify cost and quality benefits of rapid microbial detection

Bedford, MA - (May 11, 2010) - Rapid Micro Biosystems, a company developing innovative products for faster detection of microbial contamination, today announced the launch of a new, interactive website.  The site, http://www.rapidmicrobio.com/ is designed to provide details about the strategic impact of rapid microbial detection to manufacturing, the key capabilities of the Growth Direct^TM system, an automated rapid enumeration system, and the tangible benefits and cost savings that can be achieved.

Rapid Micro Biosystems CEO, Steve Delity says, "Rapid microbial detection methods are becoming a must have for pharmaceutical, biologics and personal care product manufacturers.  Rapid detection helps reduce inventory carrying costs, shorten manufacturing cycle times, and reduce product losses while improving quality compliance, all of which directly impact the bottom line. Visitors to the website will learn practical applications of the Growth Direct System and how the system and our team can help companies save money and increase their productivity."

The new Rapid Micro Biosystems website includes content on topics such as:

• The impact of rapid microbial detection methods
• How to build a business case for rapid detection
• The technology behind the Growth Direct^TM system
• Case studies and results of rapid enumeration

Also featured on the website will be the Rapid Micro Blog where visitors can keep up with trends in rapid microbial detection as well as activities and news at Rapid Micro Biosystems.

About Rapid Micro Biosystems

Rapid Micro Biosystems, a venture-backed company headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, provides innovative products for faster detection of microbial contamination in the manufacture of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and personal care products. The company's Growth Direct^TM System, commercialized in 2008, detects contamination earlier, delivering compelling economic benefits to manufacturers while improving their quality process. The Growth Direct^TM System is the first and only automated system that accelerates testing, fits with current regulatory practices, and addresses all key applications. For more information, visit www.rapidmicrobio.com.

Contact:
Mark Severns
Sr Marketing Manager
Rapid Micro Biosystems
Phone: 781-271-1444
mseverns@rapidmicrobio.com