A major pharmaceutical laboratory equipment auction is approaching, as Maynards Europe prepares to bring the complete contents of more than 15 laboratories at Humber Industrial Limited (formerly Novartis) in Grimsby to market.
The online sale is now scheduled to close on 28 April 2026 at 09:00 BST, offering buyers an extended window to explore and secure assets. The auction features over 400 lots of surplus analytical and scientific laboratory equipment from a well-established API manufacturing facility, presenting a compelling opportunity for laboratories and production environments alike.
This sale provides access to a broad range of high-specification instrumentation, all maintained within an operational pharmaceutical setting. It is particularly suited to pharmaceutical manufacturers, analytical service providers, research facilities, and equipment resellers seeking reliable, proven technology.
Key Equipment Highlights
- 25+ Gas Chromatography (GC) systems by Agilent & PerkinElmer
- 35+ HPLC systems from Shimadzu & Agilent
- Shimadzu GC-MS systems
- Thermo Fisher ICP-OES units
- Spectro XRF systems
- PerkinElmer spectrometers
- Shimadzu TOC analysers & Parker TOC gas generators
- Sympatec HELOS laser diffraction analyser
- Systag FlexyALR lab reactor
- Ultrawave microwave digestion system
- Büchi Polyclave modular pressure reactor
- Metrohm titration systems
- Site-wide balances, scales, microscopes (Leica & Nikon)
- Rotavapors, ovens, incubators
Extensive Laboratory Capacity Available
What makes this auction particularly noteworthy is its scale. With equipment sourced from over 15 laboratories, buyers can acquire matching or complementary systems from a single facility—ideal for expanding analytical throughput or building new laboratory environments.
The volume of GC and HPLC systems alone creates a strong opportunity for organisations aiming to standardise processes or increase capacity quickly and cost-effectively. Meanwhile, advanced instrumentation such as ICP-OES, XRF, and laser diffraction systems supports a wide range of applications including materials analysis, quality assurance, and R&D.
With international demand expected, early registration and catalogue review is strongly advised ahead of the April 28 closing date.
About Maynards Europe
Maynards Europe is a globally recognised auctioneer and asset disposal specialist, supporting industries including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and process sectors. With extensive experience managing complex asset sales and plant closures, the company is known for its professional approach, global buyer reach, and ability to deliver high-quality equipment to the marketplace efficiently and transparently.
For more information about this auction, please visit: