IN-PERSON Event: City of Mentor UK Visit
2025-04-08 12:30 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Best Western Premier Yew Lodge Hotel, 33 Packington Hill, Kegworth, Derby, DE74 2DF, United Kingdom
The City of Mentor, strategically located just outside Cleveland, Ohio, serves as a vital economic hub for manufacturing, professional services, and retail. Ranked as Ohio’s 5th largest manufacturing center and 6th largest retail center, Mentor offers a prime entry point for companies looking to expand into the U.S. market.
With a strong network spanning critical sectors like healthcare, aerospace, and precision manufacturing, Mentor’s tailored, concierge-style services provide invaluable support for small to medium-sized businesses exploring connections and investment opportunities in North America.
The City of Mentor will be visiting the UK on Tuesday 8th April to host one-to-one meetings with companies who wish to collaborate and learn more about how international trade can benefit and broaden their business, both at home and overseas.
Key representatives include:

Kevin Malecek, Director for Economic Development and International Trade
Ken Filipiak, CEO/City Manager
Ray Kirchner, City Councilman

Get Involved
If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete the expressions of interest form.

Please submit your expression of interest by 7 April 2025 by 5pm GMT. If you have any queries please contact: international@medilinkmidlands.com

Please note, we have limited appointments available, which will be offered on a first come first served basis. Priority will be given to Medilink Midlands members.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Abu Dhabi Global Health Week
2025-04-15 - 2025-04-17 | Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week aims to pave the way to transition from healthcare to health.
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week, hosted by the Abu Dhabi Department of Health, unites leaders from across the healthcare sector to collaboratively envision a more innovative and dynamic future for global health. The 2025 event promises to share critical insights and new technologies committed to transitioning from healthcare to health, and is projected to attract:

15,000 International attendees
1,900 Conference delegates
325 Global exhibitors
300 Visionary speakers
100 Participating countries
85 Insightful sessions
20 Ministers & ambassadors

Why exhibit at International Events?

Generate new business
Network with industry leaders and potential buyers
Launch new products and services
Increase brand exposure
Enhance your international presence

With two thought leadership conferences, a live stage, a global exhibition and many features and activations, Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 is packed with opportunities to inspire, educate, and connect global healthcare professionals.
For further information, including highlights from the 2024 event, and register your interest, please click here.

Making Pharmaceuticals and Distributing Pharmaceuticals 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-04-30 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
Click here to register your free place for the Making Pharmaceuticals and Distributing Pharmaceuticals conference 2025.
What’s Included:
Entry to the Making Pharmaceuticals Exhibition

Entry to the Distributing Pharmaceuticals Exhibition
Access to the Making Pharmaceuticals programme: keynotes, presentations and workshops
Access to the Distributing Pharmaceuticals programme: keynotes, presentations and workshops
Free on site parking (pre-10am arrivals only)
Free breakfast bap and hot drink (pre-10am arrivals only)

Opening Hours:
Tuesday 29 April 2025: 09.00 – 17.30
Wednesday 30 April 2025: 09.00 – 16.00
Exhibitors
To view the current list of exhibitors, please click here. Medilink Members who wish to exhibit are eligible for a discount. Please contact info@medilinkmidlands.co.uk for more information.

ONLINE EVENT: MEMBER FORUM 'SPILL THE TEA'
2025-04-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
The Medilink Midlands quarterly Member Forums are a dedicated space for our Medtech and Life Sciences members to connect, collaborate, and gain valuable insights.
‘Spill the tea’ is an informal online drop-in session for our members which will focus on maximising the benefits of your membership.
There will be a show around the newly launched member-only zone on our website, and more importantly, we want to understand our members business goals, to tailor our expertise and support to directly address your needs and help you achieve success.
Join us online to:

Share your business goals: Tell us about your success stories, current challenges, aspirations, and strategic objectives. This is your opportunity to shape the future of our member services.
Explore the member-only zone: Discover the full potential of our exclusive online resources, including a show and tell session to navigate your way around our new member only area on the website.
Share the spotlight: A chance for our members to share success stories and case studies – promoting the important work, collaborations and innovations happening within the sector.
Network with industry peers: Connect with fellow professionals in Medtech and Life Sciences, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships.
Provide feedback: Your input is crucial! Help us improve our offerings and ensure we’re delivering the most relevant and impactful support.

We’d welcome your input to the discussions, and here’s some questions to get us started.
What are:

Your key priorities over the next 12 months?
The biggest obstacles you’re currently facing?
Most needed business innovation support to help your company?
Your goals regarding market expansion, product development, regulatory issues, or funding?

Booking instructions: An invitation will be sent via email to the lead contact on all member accounts. If the invite to this Medilink Midlands member only event hasn’t reached your inbox, please email events@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the details and booking link. Online registration is essential.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Digital Formulation: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Medicines Manufacturing
2025-05-02 08:30 - 17:00 | Millenium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG, United Kingdom
​Medicine formulation development and manufacturing before clinical trials is a major source of inefficiency and waste in the pharmaceutical pipeline. It often takes months or years to develop and scale up formulations, with unpredictable product performance leading to stability or clinical bioavailability failures. ​Advances in digital molecular modeling, AI/ML tools, mechanistic pharmacokinetic modeling, and advanced analytics now offer a unique chance to transform this process. By harnessing expertise across industry, research, and academia, we can create an end-to-end digital formulation capability to design, predict, and maximize clinical success.
​Be part of a one-day interactive workshop where you’ll:

​Connect with leading scientists, industry experts, and decision-makers.
​Explore the latest advancements in digital formulation.
​Help build a UK consortium to drive innovation in sustainable medicine manufacturing!

​Who should attend?
​This event is aimed at professionals across the supply chain, including Formulation scientists (innovator, generic, or specialty pharma), Process scientists and CDMOs/CROs, Regulatory and QC/QA experts, Digital modeling specialists (AI/ML/physical & atomistic), and Sustainability leaders and Net-Zero champions
​Goals and objectives
​To identify knowledge gaps in sustainable formulation development to drive new innovation, explore cutting-edge solutions, and forge a powerful consortium to lead the digital transformation of formulation and manufacturing. The goal is to move beyond legacy systems and traditional DOE models to a digitally led, efficient, and sustainable process for medicine formulation and manufacturing.
​Interactive Workshops (Round table discussions)
​To maximize your experience, guests may select one of the following workshops to attend:
​1. Unlocking Value in Pharmaceutical Formulation and Manufacturing Supply-Chain Through Sustainable Innovation
​This workshop will explore how digital innovations can be integrated across the entire pharmaceutical supply chain. We’ll delve into interactive discussions around how pharmaceutical value can be generated while developing new sustainable processes to reduce waste, optimize resource utilization, and minimize environmental impact.
​2. Innovation in Digital Formulation and Modelling Approaches to Drive Sustainability
​Discover how digital tools and modeling techniques are revolutionizing formulation development. This workshop will focus on leveraging physics-based molecular modeling workflows and advances in AI/ML to design sustainable formulations, predict performance, and optimize manufacturing processes for minimal environmental footprint.
​3. Advances in Analytics, Measurements, and Data to Achieve Sustainability Goals
​This workshop will examine the crucial role of environmentally friendly analytical tools, data/measurement advances, and process analytics in driving sustainable practices in formulation development and manufacturing.
​Collaborate to shape the future of digital formulation
​Throughout the event, dedicated collaboration zones will provide opportunities for networking and in-depth discussions. You can book partnering meetings with consortium members (MESOX, National Physical Laboratory, Aston University) to explore potential collaboration opportunities and bring your expertise to advance the digitization of pharmaceutical product development across the supply chain.
To read more information and register your place, please click here.

TBAT Innovation Webinar: Understanding R&D Tax Credits: The Latest Changes and How to Handle HMRC Enquiries
2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:00 | TBC, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Join TBAT Innovation for the “Understanding R&D Tax Credits: The Latest Changes and How to Handle HMRC Enquiries” webinar, designed for innovative businesses in the life sciences and medtech sectors.
Discover how the recent changes to the R&D Tax Credit scheme may affect your claims and gain expert insights into HMRC’s current approach to enquiries. TBAT’s expert Ian Davie will also share real-life case studies, demonstrating how other companies have successfully navigated these processes to unlock significant tax relief.
This session will guide you through the unique requirements and opportunities for life sciences and medtech businesses, helping you make robust, compliant claims while maximising your R&D funding.
Who should attend?
This webinar is ideal for:

Companies involved in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, medtech, biotech, and healthcare R&D.
Finance directors, R&D managers, or business owners in these sectors.
Innovators creating new technologies, devices, or processes to advance medical science and care.

Key takeaways:

The latest updates to the R&D Tax Credit scheme, including eligibility and rate changes.
Detailed guidance on preparing R&D claims for life sciences and medtech projects.
Insights into HMRC enquiries, triggers, and best practices for compliance.
Case studies showcasing successful strategies and outcomes.
Live Q&A with experts and the chance to book a free 1-2-1 consultation for personalised advice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of changes, learn from real-life examples, and gain actionable advice to support your R&D activities.
Register now to discover how to navigate the evolving R&D Tax Credit landscape with confidence.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR PLACE
Speaker Information
Ian Davie, Senior R&D Tax Consultant, TBAT Innovation Ltd
Ian, a seasoned Senior R&D Tax Consultant, boasts over eight years of dedicated service at TBAT Innovation. With a wealth of experience rooted in the manufacturing sector, Ian’s professional journey started at Rolls-Royce, supported by sponsorship for his Mechanical Engineering degree. Ian’s unwavering commitment revolves around securing R&D tax credits and grants while delivering indispensable advice and top-tier consultancy services to our esteemed TBAT clients.
Company profile: TBAT is a forward-thinking, value-driven, independent consultancy with over 20 years’ experience working with technology & research and development organisations all over the UK to fund their innovation. Their innovation support services include Grant Funding, R&D Tax Credits, Video Game Tax Relief, Capital Allowances, SEIS/EIS, Patent Box and more.www.tbat.co.uk

UKHAIC funding call Q&A
2025-05-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
Key Details of the Funding Call
Application Deadline: 1st June 2025
Funding Amount: £15,000 with UKHAIC covering 80% FEC.
Eligibility Criteria: All researchers, technical professionals or other staff from BBSRC-eligible organisations  who are members of UKHAIC at the time of applying. If not yet a member you can join here: UKHAIC Membership Form
Application Process:

Download and complete the application form on our website
Send your application to ukhaicenquiries@ntu.ac.uk

If you have any questions before, during or after you fill out the form, please email us at ukhaicenquiries@ntu.ac.uk.
For more information on the call you can visit our website here: Consortium Funding – UK Healthy Ageing Innovation Consortium

Key details of Q and A
We will hold an online Q&A session via Microsoft Teams on Thursday the 8th of May 14:00-16:00. This session will be recorded and uploaded to our website for those unable to attend live and a frequently asked questions page will also be published.
Who is it for: Anyone who is interested in applying for the funding or would like to fund a project. However you must be a member of the consortium at the time of applying.
This session will provide an opportunity to address any questions you may have regarding the funding process and application requirements.
You can visit our website here for more and all info on our call: Consortium Funding – UK Healthy Ageing Innovation Consortium
The Q and A is a teams invite, therefore if they would be interested in attending and is not a member, they can either email UKHAIC at ukhaicenquiries@ntu.ac.uk or sign up to become a member, UKHAIC Membership Form from this we can then send them the calendar invite.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Biofilms 11 – Interdisciplinary Momentum: Accelerating Biofilm Research and Innovation Across Boundaries
2025-05-13 - 2025-05-15 | Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa, 24 26 Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 0DD
Biofilms 11 is the latest conference in the internationally renowned Biofilms series showcasing the broad scientific and societal opportunities and challenges of microbial biofilms. A key objective is to capitalise on the interdisciplinary nature of this exciting research topic by fostering discussion and catalysing the exchange of ideas across boundaries.
Hosted by the National Biofilms Innovation Centre and the Microbiology Society, Biofilms 11 continues its tradition of focusing on the fundamental understanding of biofilms and their role in driving the dynamics, activity, structure and function of microbial communities. This includes their interactions across microbiomes and viromes, and within environmental, industrial, and health settings.
Biofilms 11 will also address cutting-edge technology developments, such as imaging, data-driven, and modelling approaches, integrating advances from both life and physical sciences for research and innovation applications. The conference will spotlight speakers from diverse career pathways and backgrounds within the biofilm community to offer inspiration and guidance to attendees at all career stages.
To find out more, view the agenda and register your place, please click here.
The deadline for the early bird discounted price is 23:59 GMT on 14 March 2025.
Please contact exhibitions@microbiologysociety.org to enquire about exhibition and sponsorship opportunities

Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2025
2025-05-15 | Grand Station, Sun Street, Wolverhampton, WV10 0BF, United Kingdom
Join us for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards, taking place on 15 May 2025 at Grand Station, Wolverhampton.
Celebrating the achievements of medtech and life sciences businesses, our awards showcase the strength of the industry, collaboration and innovation across the Midlands and neighbouring regions. Hosted by Dr Will Duffin, an NHS GP, Extreme Medic and on-screen Doctor for the hit US Reality TV Show ’Survivor’, the 2025 awards are not to be missed.
For further information and sponsorship opportunities, please click here.
CLICK TO BOOK YOUR PLACES TO ATTEND
Discounted rates are available as follows:

Member (Individual ticket) – £150 +VAT
Member (Table of 10) – £1,400 +VAT
Student/ Charity (Individual) – £120 +VAT

Please email events@medilinkmidlands.com to obtain the discount codes.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Connecting the Dots - Medilink Midlands & Silverstone Technology Cluster
2025-05-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Silverstone Museum, Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Towcester, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom
Bringing together the innovative advanced engineering businesses from the Silverstone Technology Cluster and the barrier-breaking companies at Medilink Midlands presents an unrivalled opportunity for companies from both clusters to learn about the latest technologies, find new suppliers and customers and network with like-minded business leaders.
Join us on the 29th of May 2025 as Medilink Midlands & Silverstone Technology Cluster partner for the Connecting the Dots event, proudly supported by Total Materia (DRB Business Services Limited).
Medilink Midlands are always looking to open up new doors and present new opportunities for our members and businesses within the MedTech and Life Sciences sector. We are delighted to team up with Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Limited exhibition spaces available, please email: events@medilinkmidlands.com for more information.
CLICK TO BOOK YOUR PLACE

IN-PERSON EVENT: Innovation Builder Investor Event
2025-06-03 14:00 - 16:30 | Mills & Reeve Birmingham, One Centenary Way, Birmingham, B3 3AY, United Kingdom
Medilink Midlands will be holding an exclusive event for investors of the recently launched Medilink Midlands Innovation Builder. Please note, this event is by invitation only. Invited guests will be contacted in due course. The event will be held on Tuesday, 3 June, kindly hosted by Mills & Reeve.
Further details, including a full agenda, will be announced soon. Stay updated by subscribing to our newsletter.
For any enquiries, please contact events@medilinkmidlands.com.
We look forward to welcoming you!

IN-PERSON EVENT: Welcome To The Midlands Drinks Reception
2025-06-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Mills & Reeve Birmingham, One Centenary Way, Birmingham, B3 3AY, United Kingdom
We are excited to share the highly anticipated return of our ‘Welcome to the Midlands’ drinks reception, bringing together industry leaders and innovators in a relaxed setting. The event will be held on Tuesday, 3 June, kindly hosted by Mills & Reeve at their premises in Birmingham. Taking place the day before the Med-Tech Innovation Expo, this event sets the stage for an exciting week of networking and showcasing innovation.
Further details, including a full agenda, will be announced soon.
To reserve your place, please click here. For any enquiries, please contact events@medilinkmidlands.com.
We look forward to welcoming you!

Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2025
2025-06-04 - 2025-06-05 | NEC Birmingham, Hall 2, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Medilink Midlands is proud to be official Headline Sponsor of the Med-Tech Innovation Expo (MTI), taking place at NEC Birmingham, UK.
The UK MedTech industry has an annual turnover of over £27.6 billion. The UK is also a major player in the international market, exporting over £5.6 billion of MedTech products in 2021. As the home of medical device manufacturing in the UK, Med-Tech Innovation Expo is at the centre of this exciting sector and the exhibition showcases the entire ecosystem of market leading technology suppliers, machines, materials, software and service providers. The event brings together leaders, engineers, innovators and manufacturers, connecting them with technology and innovation to facilitate the design and manufacture of life changing medical devices.
Exclusive Member Discounts:
Medilink Midlands have limited number of discounted exhibition stands for our members, located opposite our main stand in the exhibition hall. The cost for each stand is £956.25 (inclusive of a 15% discount) + VAT.
If you are a member who is interested in this opportunity, please get in touch.
Looking to expand your international markets?
Discovery Talks with international representatives will once again be available this year. More details to follow soon. For more information about the Med-Tech Innovation Expo, and to register your attendance, please click here.
Register
To register your free place, please click here. Registration also grants access to the exclusive online hub. Here, you will discover exhibitor and speaker suggestions tailored to your interests, have the opportunity to network with fellow attendees, schedule meetings, and create a personalised event itinerary, ensuring you get the most out of your experience.

Unlocking the Power of AI & Automation. Why Hire When You Can Automate?
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1QT, United Kingdom
Arise Innovation Hubs are delighted to host meet DWIGHT’s ‘Unlocking the Power of AI & Automation.’ evening. This includes a talk on using AI to save teams time, reduce errors, and focus on more important work. Sponsored by meet DWIGHT.
Business networking will start at 5pm. This is ideal for those businesses and entrepreneurs who would like connect with those working in the HealthTech and MedTech sectors.
This event supports our focus on Innovation, particularly in Health, Performance & Wellbeing areas.
We will be hearing from Tim Elman, Sales Director at meet DWIGHT, who will host a talk on reducing manual work at a fraction of the cost of a full-time employee.
Tim says ” Automation and AI are changing the way businesses handle time-consuming admin work. In my talk, I’ll show how digital workers like DWIGHT can take over repetitive back-office tasks like data entry, invoicing, payroll, and compliance. DWIGHT works 24/7 and costs just a fraction of a full-time employee, making automation a smart move for companies looking to cut costs and boost efficiency. No matter the industry, this session will show how AI can free your team to focus on more valuable work”
Many thanks to meet DWIGHT for sponsoring this event.
meet DWIGHT helps companies by taking over boring, repetitive tasks in the back office. Their tool, DWIGHT, is a digital worker bot that runs 24/7 to automate tasks like onboarding, compliance, timesheet management, and system integrations. By reducing manual work at a fraction of the cost of a full-time employee, DWIGHT lets teams save time, reduce errors, and focus on more important work.
CLICK TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
Arise BOOST is Arise Innovation Hub’s rolling business support. All businesses and innovators are welcome. You do not need to be an Arise Member and there is no commitment or requirement to attend multiple events or in any order.
Arise is an Innovation Hub for businesses specialising in the Health, Performance and Wellbeing sectors, and is part of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). With Hubs strategically located in Chelmsford and Harlow, members can enjoy tailored business support, including access to grant funding, networking opportunities and serviced office facilities.
Arise is supported by the expertise and resources of ARU, providing skills, talent, innovation and business support. Arise is a partnership between ARU and Essex County Council with support from Chelmsford City Council and Harlow Council. This partnership aims to promote business growth in Essex.
Tickets are limited, please book your place by Friday 30th May.

IN-PERSON EVENT: MediWales Connects 2025
2025-06-17 | All Nations Centre, Sachville Avenue, Cardiff, CF14 3NY
MediWales Connects is the all Wales NHS collaboration conference for the health and care community, connecting you with NHS patient facing clinicians, innovation leads, community health, industry, government and policy makers. NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales, as well as the wider industry sector, will share clinical innovations and insights to improve patient outcomes. This NHS led event includes keynote presentations, interactive workshops and exhibition stands.
The conference will aim to:

Highlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by the health and care communities in Wales.
Improve collaborative working between the health boards, industry and research communities.
Raise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK.
Support closer working relationships between industry, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities.

If you would like to learn more about the event, click here or email Bethan.
Ticket Prices
Member Rate: £195 + VAT
Non-Member Rate: £250 + VAT
Contact Bethan if you’re interested in membership (bethan.davies@mediwales.com)

Deep dive into DTAC and get top compliance and regulation tips
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
SEHTA is delighted to offer you this free to attend webinar session with Acorn Compliance on Digital Health Technology and DTAC.
Find out what healthtech compliance is and why it’s important for you as an innovator, as well as some practical steps you need to take to make sure your product is compliant and ready for the UK market.
Presenter
Michael Bell, Partner, Acorn Compliance
What we will cover
Learn what it takes to become DTAC compliant with overviews of

Clinical Safety
Data Protection
Technical Security
Interoperability
Accessibility
Usability

Top compliance and regulation tips
How to embed a culture of compliance into your organisation to ensure you stay compliant as your organisation and product evolve
BOOK YOUR PLACE

Madrid Investment Forum: Madrid: Your Next Growth Chapter Unlock European & LatAm Opportunities
2025-07-01 09:30 - 12:00 | The Eastside Rooms, 2 Woodcock Street, Birmingham, B7 4BL, United Kingdom
1 July 2025
The Eastside Rooms
2 Woodcock Street, Birmingham, B7 4BL, United Kingdom
Why Madrid?
Madrid is Spain’s economic and cultural hub, offering international businesses a strategic location,
innovation-driven environment, and easy access to the EU and Latin American markets.
About the Session
This forum is ideal for UK companies exploring growth opportunities in Spain. Learn how Invest in
Madrid can support your expansion — from setting up operations to long-term development — and
arrange B2B meetings to discuss your investment plans directly.
Programme
09:30 | Arrival & Registration
10.00 | Welcome speeches – Mr. Andy Lawton-Smith, Fieldfisher Corporate Partner
Mr. Andy Smith, International Engagement Manager, Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
10.10 | Spain overview – Mrs. Laura Garcia Alfaya, General Consul of Spain in Manchester,
Embassy of Spain in United Kingdom
10:20 | Why Madrid? – Mr. Diego de Aristegui, Investment director, Invest in Madrid
10.45 | Fieldfisher A success story
11.00 | Establishing a subsidiary in Madrid: discover the types of subsidiaries, legal requirements, and tax implications
Mr. Rodrigo Martos, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain – Mr. Talmac Bel, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain
11:15 | Accounting policies – BookGest Solutions, Mr. Talmac Bel, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain
11:30 | Q&A Session
11:45 | Networking & Coffee
Spots are limited – Register your interest now to receive full event details and reserve your place.
[Register Interest]
Brought to you by Invest in Madrid and How2Go

Madrid Investment Forum: Madrid: Your Next Growth Chapter Unlock European & LatAm Opportunities
2025-07-02 09:30 - 12:00 | Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, White Room, Elliot House, 151 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3WD, United Kingdom
2 July 2025
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, White Room
Elliot House, 151 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3WD, United Kingdom

Why Madrid?
Madrid is Spain’s economic and cultural hub, offering international businesses a strategic location,
innovation-driven environment, and easy access to the EU and Latin American markets.
About the Session
This forum is ideal for UK companies exploring growth opportunities in Spain. Learn how Invest in
Madrid can support your expansion — from setting up operations to long-term development — and
arrange B2B meetings to discuss your investment plans directly.
Programme
09:30 | Arrival & Registration
10.00 | Welcome speech – Mr. David Bowcock, Fieldfisher Corporate Partner
10.10 | Spain overview – Mrs. Laura Garcia Alfaya, General Consul of Spain in Manchester,
Embassy of Spain in United Kingdom
10:20 | Why Madrid? – Mr. Diego de Aristegui, Investment director, Invest in Madrid
10.45 | Fieldfisher A success story
11.00 | Establishing a subsidiary in Madrid: discover the types of subsidiaries, legal requirements, and tax implications
Mr. Rodrigo Martos, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain – Mr. Talmac Bel, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain
11:15 | Accounting policies – BookGest Solutions, Mr. Talmac Bel, Fieldfisher Co-Managing Partner, Spain
11:30 | Q&A Session
11:45 | Networking & Coffee
Spots are limited – Register your interest now to receive full event details and reserve your place.
[Register Interest]
Brought to you by Invest in Madrid and How2Go

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Members Forum
2025-07-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Spring Lakes, Pasture Ln, Long Eaton, NG10 2FZ, United Kingdom
Our Medilink Midlands Member Forums are all about connection, collaboration, and community. These events are designed to give our members the chance to come together with the Medilink Midlands team to share ideas, shape future activity, and help strengthen support for the wider medtech and life sciences sector.
It’s your opportunity to:

Have your say and share what matters most to you.

Hear exclusive updates on Medilink Midlands activity.

Explore how we can support you in innovation, growth and connectivity.

For our June Member Forum, we’re excited to showcase our growing international activity and highlight new opportunities for members to get involved. We’re building strong relationships around the world, and we want to make sure our members are first in line to benefit.
This Forum will be held in the lakeside marquee at Spring Lakes, a beautiful and relaxed setting that’s perfect for sparking conversation and fresh ideas. Even better? It leads straight into our Annual Summer Networking event – the perfect chance to continue the conversation over drinks and sunshine.
Important information:

Date has changed from original published date of 25 June to 9 July.

Member Forum places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

All members will be contacted by email with booking instructions.

If you haven’t received your invitation, please contact: events@medilinkmidlands.com

Online registration is essential.

If you do wish to stay for our Annual Summer Networking event you will need a separate booking: Click for Summer Networking.

We look forward to welcoming you lakeside this June for a fantastic afternoon of member-led insight, international opportunity, and community celebration.

IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Summer Networking
2025-07-09 14:30 - 17:00 | Spring Lakes, Pasture Ln, Long Eaton, NG10 2FZ, United Kingdom
Join Medilink Midlands for an afternoon of networking with some of the region’s finest as we host our Summer Networking event. This year, we are set to enjoy the glorious lakeside location as we’re hosting at Spring Lakes.
There will be summer themed food and drink to enjoy with networking. The event is a great opportunity for you to socialise with your colleagues, and make new connections within the Midlands med-tech and life science sector in a fun and laid-back environment.
Take the opportunity to explore the lake or be brave and try a new water sport *additional cost, booked directly with Spring Lakes.
We hope to see you there!

Agenda
1pm Member Forum (separate booking required, available for Medilink Midlands Members only)
2:30pm Guests arrival and welcome drink
3pm Welcome on behalf of Medilink Midlands and presentations
3:30pm Food served and networking
4pm A chance to explore the lakes or try out an activity (Book activities direct with Spring Lakes)
5pm Depart at leisure

Important information:
Date change – from original published date of 25 June to 9 July.
Discounts to attend the event are available for members, students and charities. Please email: events@medilinkmidlands.com for your exclusive discount code.
Top tip: Why not also join us at the Member Forum event (*Medilink Midlands Members only) being held at same location earlier in the day. Email: events@medilinkmidlands.com for your link to book the June Member Forum.

Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow - Southern England
2025-07-16 08:30 - 16:30 | The Kings Centre, The Kings Centre, Osney Mean,, Oxford,, OX2 0ES, United Kingdom
Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow – Southern England
Oxford, Southern England
Wednesday 16th July 2025
Spotlight on Life Sciences

Make meaningful international connections on the fourth stop on the all-sector, Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow, which will be held in Oxford in the South East of England.
Oxford has a rich history of medical advancements dating back to the 1600s, these early contributions laid the foundation for Oxford’s continued excellence in medical sciences, making it a world leader in the field and the ideal location to Spotlight on exporting in the Life Sciences sector.
Learn how to enhance your export potential, improve your global competitiveness, and meet the growing demand for sustainable products. You could also benefit from:

Opportunity to meet relevant, overseas Life Sciences buyers* for a 1-2-1 meeting
1-2-1 meetings with sector/market specialists (from UK embassies and consulates overseas)
1-2-1 meetings with sector specialist International Trade Advisers

Peer learning sessions

Workshops focusing on overseas markets and developing your international strategy

Networking opportunities

An inspiring and informative seminar programme

* Meetings with buyers are invite only via request from buyer
Whether you are a Life Sciences business or sit in another sector, join us at the Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow.
If your company is selected for a place on this prestigious roadshow, details of the online platform and login details will be sent to you prior to the event.
To express your interest in joining the roadshow, click to register

UK Healthy Ageing Consortium Networking Event: Healthy Ageing Innovation Starts Here
2025-07-17 10:00 - 15:30 | Northumbria University, The Great Hall, Northumberland Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8JG, United Kingdom
Healthy Ageing Innovation Starts Here: Explore, Connect & Access up to £15,000 in Funding
The second UKHAIC Networking Event will be held at Northumbria University.
The aim of this event is to foster a rich exchange of knowledge through cross-sector collaboration, providing all attendees with the chance to generate and nurture new ideas, build relationships, and uncover new opportunities. This will be a fantastic opportunity for professionals from various industries, career pathways, research and academia to connect, share insights, and explore potential collaborations.
Key Details:
Date: Thursday 17 July 2025
Time: 10am-3:30pm
Location: Northumbria University, The Great Hall
Whether you’re from industry, academia, healthcare, public services, or third sector organisations, this is your opportunity to:

Explore real-world challenges and innovative solutions in healthy ageing
Build connections across disciplines and sectors
Shape ideas into collaborative projects
Tour of University facilities
Learn how to access up to £15,000 in project funding – applications open March 2026

Don’t miss this chance to grow your professional network and gain valuable insights. We look forward to seeing you there!
Secure your free place here: UKHAIC Networking Event Registration Form
Please note: You must be a member of UKHAIC in order to attend the networking event. If not yet a member you can join here: UKHAIC Membership Form

Online - Monthly Membership Drop-In session
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Online – Members Portal
Launched in May, the new Member Portal provides members with access to wider community reach, knowledge sharing, exclusive member offers, forum discussions and access to event & training materials – all in one place.
Member Forum – no registration required, just sign into the portal, head the Member Forum and join the conversation!
If you are a member and not yet signed up to the portal, click here to unlock your access.
Non members are invited to explore open areas of the portal – to receive full access join our membership starting from £275+VAT.
Our Monthly Membership Drop-In Session is an open space for members to ask questions, share feedback, and engage with the Medilink Midlands team. These informal drop-in sessions take place on the last Tuesday of each month.
Each session focuses on a specific topic. The next forum will be held on:
Tuesday, 26th AugustTopic: Feedback from the Summer Networking Event and Member Forum, plus a discussion on the upcoming Innovation Day and Funding for Trade Mission to USA.
We look forward to seeing you there!

MedTech @ Leicester 2025
2025-09-01 09:30 - 16:00 | University of Leicester, LT2 (2nd floor) Sir Bob Burgess Building,, University of Leicester, LE2 6BF, United Kingdom
BERG invite you to join us for our annual MedTech @ Leicester day!
Date: Monday 1st September
Venue: LT2 (2nd floor) Sir Bob Burgess Building, University of Leicester, LE2 6BF
What is MedTech/HealthTech? MedTech/HealthTech is the intersection of medical science, healthcare delivery, and cutting-edge technology, encompassing a wide range of innovative devices, software solutions, and systems designed to improve patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and overall health management. This exciting and rapidly evolving field includes everything from wearable health monitors and telemedicine platforms to AI-powered diagnostic tools, advanced medical imaging technologies and tissue engineering, all aimed at enhancing healthcare efficiency, accessibility, and improving patient outcomes.
Why attend? Technologists, clinicians and innovators should attend to learn about the latest developments in MedTech research at the University of Leicester, exciting new projects to contribute to, meet new health technology collaborators and explore opportunities for funded research and innovation projects in this space.
Our strategic objective for this annual MedTech @ Leicester day is to generate new collaborations with clinicians, healthcare professionals, other technologists and innovators to explore additional MedTech translation projects. We are particularly interested to hear from clinicians with expertise in multimorbid conditions – where technologies may improve patient outcomes and manage disease progression.
Meet the team to explore how we might be able to solve healthcare challenges together.
Program
9:30 MedTech @ Leicester day objectives
9:40-10:40 MedTech at Leicester (3 x paired tech/clinical talks 20 min)
10:40-11:15 Flash talks for posters
11:15 – 11:45 Coffee and posters
11:45 – 12:45 MedTech Workshops

12:30-1:30 Posters and lunch
1:30 – 2:00 Keynote talk
2:00 – 3:00 Contributed talks (10 min each)
3:00 – 3:45 Panel discussion ( talk presenters)
3:45 – 4:00 Sum-up and awards
4:00 close
Important information about the event – The event is free to attend, but places are limited.
Please register your attendance by clicking the here.
For questions about the event, please contact BERG@le.ac.uk

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medical Fair, Thailand
2025-09-10 - 2025-09-12
Established in 2003, this is Thailand’s leading medical and healthcare trade show, attracting the region’s hospital, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, medical and rehabilitation sectors in one convenient location.
The last edition of the event attracted over 11,000 visitors from Thailand and Southeast Asia and 900 global exhibitors, showcasing a huge variety of innovative products and services.
Why exhibit?

Generate new business
Network with industry leaders and potential buyers
Launch new products and services
Increase brand exposure
Enhance your international presence

To enquire about exhibiting, please contact our friendly and helpful team;#
Please click here to enquire for more details

HDR UK Midlands Annual Conference 2025 - Data for Digital Health: Next Generation
2025-09-11 13:00 - 2025-09-12 16:00 | Charnwood Campus Loughborough, LE11 5RB, Charnwood Campus Loughborough, Loughborough, LE11 5RB, United Kingdom
Data for Digital Health: Next Generation
Date: 11 – 12 September 2025
Highlights include:

Global Opportunities for the UK
HDR UK National Update
Regional Health and Care Datasets
Opportunities for Data Sharing
Regulation of Devices
Adoption Across the NHS
Funding and Investment Opportunities

Why attend?
The United Kingdom is uniquely positioned to unlock the transformative potential of health data, thanks to the NHS and its wealth of cradle-to-grave records for over 65 million people. Over recent years, we have seen firsthand the profound impact that health data can have in advancing medical knowledge, revolutionizing treatments, and delivering radical improvements to the lives of individuals across the country.
Yet, despite these significant strides, we know that much more can be achieved through the power of large-scale data, advanced analytics, and innovative developments in data governance.
The HDR UK Midlands Annual Conference will be a two-day in person event, celebrating the progress we’ve made and allowing us to come together and continue to build momentum in the health data research revolution.
Conference schedule:
Day 1 = 1pm – 5pm
Day 2 = 10am – 4pm
A full conference draft programme will be released soon.
Venue: Charnwood Campus Science, Innovation and Technology Park, Bakewell Rd, Loughborough, East Midlands, LE11 5RB.

Event details & Registration information:
Places are limited, so please ensure that you register early to secure your place.
Please pass this invitation onto any members of your teams, or to any other colleagues who may be interested in attending.
Registration for this event is now open!
Medilink Midlands will be exhibiting at the event, we hope you’ll join us there!

Microbiome Innovation One Health Conference 2025
2025-09-15 09:00 - 2025-09-16 17:00 | Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Andrew Wiles Building Radcliffe Observatory Quarter Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom
Microbiome Innovation One Health Conference 2025
Date: 15th – 16th September
This exciting event will showcase talks and discussions from industry and academic leaders, who will share real-world experience and expertise in research, innovation, translation, regulation, IP, and manufacturing.
MIOHC brings together academia, industry, funders, and entrepreneurs to highlight and advance the UK’s strengths in microbiome science, spanning human and animal health, plant biology, and environmental research.
Join us for this unique opportunity to network with other UK microbiome researchers, professionals and thought leaders from across different One Health themes.
Attendance from early-career researchers is encouraged, with discounted rates, as well as presentation opportunities.
Venue: Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Andrew Wiles Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Click here – Early Bird Registration
Student: £45.00
Academic/Industry: £95.00

Innovating HealthTech: A roleplay Journey Through Design, Regulation and Deployment
2025-09-16 14:00 - 16:00 | The Old School Building, The Old School Building, School Street, Wolston, Coventry,, West Midlands, CV8 3HF, United Kingdom
Innovating HealthTech: A roleplay Journey Through Design, Regulation and Deployment
Date – 16.09.2025
Venue – The Old School Building, School Street, Wolston, Coventry, West Midlands CV8 3HF
Join Smallfry for a fast-paced, collaborative roleplay workshop where they bring to life a fictional wearable MedTech innovation. Co-led by experts in hardware design (Smallfry), regulatory strategy (Sequel Consultants), and digital health development (System C: Innovation Delivery), this session will simulate what it really takes to turn an innovative idea into a regulated, usable medical product.
Participants will step into the roles of HealthTech innovators, tackling live challenges across design constraints, machine learning, safety claims, regulatory classification, and NHS adoption pathways. Whether you’re new to product development or deep in the field, you’ll walk away with real-world insights into navigating the complexities of building compliant, clinically valuable solutions.
This workshop is designed for:

Early-stage HealthTech founders and R&D teams
Clinicians, AHPs and academic researchers interested in device development
Digital health and software innovators
Regulatory and quality professionals
NHS innovation leads and procurement decision-makers
Design engineers and human factors specialists

Secure Your Free Place Today – Click Here

IN-PERSON EVENT: REHACARE: Self-determined Living
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-20 | Messe Dusseldorf, Messe Dusseldorf, Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, Dusseldorf, Germany
REHACARE is the leading trade fair for rehabilitation, prevention, integration and care.
Every year, experts, specialists and visitors from Europe and the rest of the world meet at REHACARE to present and experience the latest developments and trends in the fields of mobility, barrier-free living and work design. From specially developed children’s aids and accessible vehicle conversions to innovative technologies such as exoskeletons and robotics, REHACARE offers the perfect opportunity to present your developments in mobility, everyday aids and rehabilitation.
What is it that makes REHACARE special for exhibitors & visitors?
Find out in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGsMAIXVovg
Exhibiting Made Easy
Choosing to exhibit on the Medilink UK Pavilion makes your exhibiting experience easy:

Furnished exhibition stand on a high-quality UK branded pavilion
Full pre-show administrative and logistical support
In-market assistance from the Medilink UK Team with translators provided
Support with travel and accommodation
Medilink Membership for one year included in cost (available to any non-members)
PR and Marketing assistance to help promote your presence
Fantastic location at the event

To book your exhibition stand or discuss your requirements, please click here.
