Boston, September 13, 2025
News Summary
Revvity Inc., a biomanufacturing company in Waltham, Massachusetts, has announced plans to lay off 74 employees and close its South End facility by 2026. This decision was communicated through a WARN notification, indicating that layoffs will primarily occur between April and December 2026, with some starting as early as November 2025. The employees affected are not unionized, and the company aims to ensure a structured transition as it moves forward with its strategic restructuring following recent business divestitures.
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Revvity Inc. to lay off 74 employees and close South End facility by 2026
Revvity Inc., a biomanufacturing company headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, announced the planned closure of its South End facility and the layoff of 74 employees. The company reported the action in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filed with the state, with most job separations expected between April and December 2026 and some as early as November 2025.
Key details
- The WARN notification was made public on a Friday and covers the South End site exclusively.
- None of the employees at the South End facility are represented by a union.
- Revvity Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RVTY.
Timing and process
According to the WARN filing, most layoffs are scheduled to occur in a window from April to December 2026. The filing also indicates the possibility of earlier separations beginning in November 2025. The WARN process provides advance notice to employees and state authorities and is intended to give time for workforce adjustment and retraining efforts.
Company structure and recent changes
Revvity is the new name adopted after the company sold its food and applied sciences businesses and separated from its former identity as PerkinElmer. The company relocated its headquarters to the CityPoint development across Route 128 in Waltham. The new headquarters occupies approximately 33,000 square feet, roughly half the size of the previous facility, and is located within walking distance of restaurants, hotels, and public transportation. The renovated two-story space will add more collaborative areas and a 100-seat auditorium, scheduled to open in early 2025.
Workforce and workplace policy
About 100 employees currently work at the new Waltham headquarters under a hybrid policy that asks employees to be in the office three days per week. The South End facility closure affects only the staff based at that site; there was no indication in the WARN filing of layoffs at the Waltham headquarters.
Financial context
Revvity reported third-quarter financial results that fell short of Wall Street expectations. Net income for the quarter was $9.5 million, or 8 cents per share. Adjusted earnings were reported at $1.18 per share, slightly below analyst estimates of $1.19 per share. Quarterly revenue was $670.7 million, under estimates of $692.2 million. The company provided full-year guidance projecting earnings between $4.53 and $4.57 per share and revenue between $2.72 billion and $2.74 billion.
Implications and next steps
The WARN filing signals a planned and phased reduction in staffing at the South End site. Workers affected by the layoffs will receive advance notice per state requirements. The company’s move to a smaller headquarters and emphasis on collaborative space reflects a broader strategic shift following the sale of certain business units, though the WARN notice itself focuses on the operational change at the South End facility.
Background
Revvity emerged from a reorganization that included a name change from PerkinElmer after divesting its food and applied sciences businesses. The company maintains operations across multiple locations and continues to report quarterly financial results to shareholders as a publicly traded company on the NYSE. The decision to consolidate or close facilities is part of ongoing adjustments many firms make in response to business performance and strategic priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is affected by the layoffs?
The layoffs affect 74 employees working at Revvity’s South End facility. The WARN filing covers that site specifically; there is no indication of job cuts at the Waltham headquarters in the filing.
When will the layoffs occur?
Most layoffs are expected between April and December 2026, with the possibility that some employees could be laid off as early as November 2025.
Are the affected employees represented by a union?
No. The WARN filing indicates that none of the employees at the South End facility are represented by a union.
Why is the South End facility closing?
The company filed a WARN notification to announce the planned closure and associated layoffs. The filing does not provide a detailed public explanation beyond the closure itself; however, the company has recently restructured and relocated its headquarters following the sale of business units.
Where is Revvity’s headquarters now located?
The headquarters is in the CityPoint development in Waltham, across Route 128. The new space is about 33,000 square feet and features collaborative areas and a 100-seat auditorium expected to open in early 2025.
How did the company perform financially most recently?
For the third quarter, Revvity reported net income of $9.5 million (8 cents per share), adjusted earnings of $1.18 per share, and revenue of $670.7 million. These results missed analyst estimates for adjusted earnings and revenue. Full-year guidance projects earnings of $4.53 to $4.57 per share and revenue of $2.72 billion to $2.74 billion.
Quick reference table
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Revvity Inc. (formerly PerkinElmer after divestitures) |
| NYSE Ticker | RVTY |
| Facility closing | South End facility (Boston) |
| Employees affected | 74 |
| Layoff timeline | Some as early as November 2025; most between April–December 2026 |
| Union representation | None at the South End facility |
| New headquarters | CityPoint, Waltham; ~33,000 sq ft; two-story renovated space |
| HQ workforce | Approximately 100 employees; hybrid policy (3 days/week in-office) |
| Q3 net income | $9.5 million (8 cents per share) |
| Q3 adjusted EPS | $1.18 per share (missed estimate of $1.19) |
| Q3 revenue | $670.7 million (missed estimate of $692.2 million) |
| Full-year guidance | Earnings $4.53–$4.57 per share; revenue $2.72–$2.74 billion |
| New auditorium opening | 100-seat auditorium scheduled to open early 2025 |
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Additional Resources
- NBC Boston: Revvity Layoffs Boston Facility
- Business Wire: Revvity to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
- Boston Globe: Revvity Moves to Newer, Smaller Waltham HQ
- Lab Manager: Unveiling Revvity, A Health Science Solutions Company
- Wikipedia: Revvity
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