Introduction The MedTech and HealthTech sectors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare systems. These industries are at the forefront of innovation, driving advancements in diagnostics, treatments, and patient care. The HealthTech sector is defined within the report to include: General medical devices; Active implantable medical devices;...
IMed Group scales up growth with new Irish division and top talent
Launch of Irish division IMed EUAR and addition of expert talent drive international expansion and strengthen leadership IMed Group, a leading provider of expert services to the global medical and health technology industry, announces the launch (6 May) of its Irish entity: IMed EUAR, based in Cork, which will work...
Sustainability in Health Technology: What is required and Why
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Invention 4 Innovation programme, and Innovation Observatory is attending the Med-Tech Innovation Expo on 4-5 June (NEC, Hall 2) and will feature Sustainability in Health Technology: What is required and Why. Sustainability is a key consideration in product development and an...
‘Forging Ahead’ initiative to transform innovation and entrepreneurship across the Midlands
Today, (Friday 9 May 2025) a coalition of 15 Midlands universities launch a bold new initiative that is set to revolutionise how research and innovation are translated into real-world impact across the region. Forging Ahead – led by Loughborough University and Midlands Innovation – will radically enhance the commercialisation ecosystem, supercharging...
Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence Celebrated at Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2025
The region’s most innovative and impactful healthtech and life sciences companies were recognised at the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2025, held at the iconic Grand Station in Wolverhampton on Thursday night (May 8). Organised by Medilink Midlands, the awards brought together industry leaders, clinicians, academics, and investors to celebrate organisations...
Health Tech firms showcase innovation to West Midlands Mayor and Edgbaston MP
West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) beneficiaries showcased their ground-breaking technologies as programme funded for further year. Innovative West Midlands health tech companies showcased their new developments, including an AI-powered sensor to be used after surgery to reduce hospital stays, to leading regional political figures. A delegation from the...
Common sources of contaminants in cleanrooms and how to prevent them
When a cleanroom is fully operational, all staff are trained and proper protocols are followed, you can achieve a relatively sterile environment that is suitable for manufacturing medical devices, pharmaceuticals, superconductors and more. However, no facility is perfect, and mistakes are made. In this article, Medilink Midlands Member Airology Systems...
Shakespeare Martineau expands employment law team
As part of its strategic growth plans, leading full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau has expanded its employment law team to address increasing client demand. The firm has recently welcomed several new legal experts and is continuing to actively recruit to ensure it continues delivering high-quality, strategic advice tailored to client...
Upperton continues strategic growth with the appointment of Chief Commercial Officer
Upperton Pharma Solutions, a leading UK-based contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), continues its growth following the build of a new sterile manufacturing facility with the appointment of Michael Mellor-Clark as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Michael joins the company in a period of sustained growth and expansion and will work...
Medilink Midlands Member Blüm Health named one of UK & Ireland’s fastest growing startups
Blüm Health, a trailblazer in digital health innovation and a valued member of Medilink Midlands, has been named among the Top 100 fastest-growing startups in the Sifted 100: UK & Ireland 2025 leaderboard. Founded and led by Dr Michael Watts MBA MBChB BSc (Hons)—Young Health Tech Leader of the Year...