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SUMMARY:Med-Tech Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: 3rd & 4th June 2026 \nVenue: NEC\, Pendigo Way\, Birmingham\, B401NT \nTimings:  \nExhibition  \nWednesday – 3rd June 2026 – 09.30-17.00 \nThursday – 4th June 2026 -09.30 – 16.00 \nConference \nWednesday – 3rd June 2026 – 10.00-16.00 \nThursday – 4th June 2026 -10.00 – 15.00 \nMedilink Midlands is proud to be official Headline Sponsor of the Med-Tech Expo (MT)\, taking place at NEC Birmingham\, UK.  \nThe 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. \nAgenda \n Day 1: Insights Stage \n10:00am: Introduction & Welcome \n\nMelanie Davidson | CEO | Medilink Midlands\,\nProf Martin Levermore MBE\, DL | CEO | Medical Devices Technology International Ltd (MDTi).\nGroup Captain Jules Merrison| Director of Impact|Invictus Games & Guest Speaker.\n\n10:30am: Session 1 – The West Midlands Health Technology Cluster \n\nRichard Howells OBE | CEO | Bronze Software Labs\, Founder\, The Tribe Project.\nMarco Morgado | Vicente Advisory.\nJudith Stuart | Director of Economic\, Commercial and Business Development | Health Innovation West Midlands.\nProf Liam Grover | Head of the School of Chemical Engineering | University of Birmingham.\n\n11:30am: Session 1: Panel Discussion \n\nPanel Chair: Dr Ewa Truchanowicz | CEO | Bidshaper.\nPanelists: Richard Howells\, Marco Morgado\, Judith Stuart\, Prof Liam Grover\, plus Guest Speaker.\n\n12:30pm: Break \n1:30pm: Session 2: Title – Rehabilitation in the Midlands \n\nSpeaker 1 – EMERGE Rehab Tech\nSpeaker 2 – TBC\nSpeaker 3 – TBC\nSpeaker 4 -TBC\n\n2:30am: Session 2 – Panel Discussion \nPanel Chair: Prof John Hunt | Academic and Research Lead\, | Medical technologies Innovation Facility\, Nottingham Trent                                                       University. \nPanelists: TBC \n3:30pm: Closing Remarks \nStand Costs: \nNon Member Exhibition Stand Cost – £1777.50 + VAT \nExclusive Member Discounts: \nMedilink 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 £1450.00 (inclusive of a 20% discount) + VAT.\nIf you are a member who is interested in this opportunity\, please get in touch. \nRegister\nTo 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.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/med-tech-expo-2026/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Trade Delegation trip to Bavaria\, Upper Franconia Medical Technology
DESCRIPTION:Trade Delegation trip to Bavaria\, Upper Franconia Medical Technology \n\n\nDate – 15 – 17 June 2026Region –Upper Franconia\, Bavaria \nTarget marketExpansion‑oriented companies and key decision-makers from the United Kingdom MedTech companies across the value-creation chain.​​Event\nTravel with a MedTech trade delegation to Northern Bavaria. Experience Upper Franconia and uncover first-hand exclusive opportunities for networking\, collaboration and business expansion. \nThe event is hosted by the government of Upper Franconia\, Invest in Bavaria and Germany Trade & Invest\, supported by BETTER DAY event & promotion GmbH. \n\n\n\n\nUpper Franconia\, a hidden hotspot\, is home to many companies in the medical technology sector. Specialised universities and colleges within the TechnologieAllianzOberfranken (TAO) complement the region’s dense network of companies. The close collaboration between research and industry facilitates the targeted development of innovative products. The Medical Valley cluster located in the immediate vicinity supports companies in developing and certifying new products and facilitates connections with regional research institutions. The region also offers a high quality of life and an attractive living environment with breathtaking natural landscapes. It is well known as a region of culinary excellence. \nSuccess factors at a glance \n\n\nA strong and diverse MedTech industry landscape \n\n\nInnovation driven by research institutions and the Medical Valley cluster  \n\n\nHigh quality of life with a vibrant international cultural offering \n\n\nInvest in Bavaria is the business location agency of the Free State of Bavaria and supports companies in establishing or expanding their operations in Bavaria. The service is free of charge. \n\n\nTRIP Details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTerms of ParticipationGermany Trade & Invest will cover the costs for the whole programme which includes airport transfers and networking events. Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the delegate. Submission DeadlinePlease respond by Friday\, 20 March 2026. We will be in contact after reviewing your application. \nPlease click here to register 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/trade-delegation-trip-to-bavaria-upper-franconia-medical-technology/
LOCATION:Upper Franconia\, Bavaria
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SUMMARY:MediWales Connects Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nDate: Thursday 18th June \nTime: 08:00 – 17:00 \nVenue: All Nations Centre\, Sachville Ave\, Cardiff CF14 3NY \n \nMediWales Connects Conference 2026  \nMediWales will be holding their annual Connects conference on the 18th June at the All Nations Centre\, Cardiff. \nNHS colleagues from across Wales\, local companies and the wider industry sector will join to share clinical innovation in practice to improve patient outcomes. \nThe event includes presentations\, workshops\, exhibitions and networking. \nThe aims of the conference are to: \n\nHighlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by health and care communities in Wales.\nImprove collaborative working between the health boards\, industry and research communities.\nRaise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK.\nSupport closer working relationships between industry\, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities.\n\nBuilding on the excellent work that has been done around innovation adoption\, the conference will consider the challenges involved in scaling change and adoption of new products\, services and processes that deliver impact for patients across the whole NHS. \nShowcasing new technologies\, digital health and NHS innovations \nThis NHS led event includes keynote presentations\, interactive workshops and networking\, NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales\, as well as the wider industry sector\, will share clinical innovation and insights to improve patient outcomes. \nLast year\, Connects welcomed over 350 delegates to Cardiff\, from clinical and care communities\, industry and academia from across Wales and the UK. \nThis event is free for all NHS health and care staff to attend when registering with an NHS email on the Connects website. \nTo find out more\, or to register to attend\, please click here: MediWales Connects 2026 – MediWales \nOr contact: Bethan Davies – bethan.davies@mediwales.com
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mediwales-connects-conference-2026/
LOCATION:All Nations Centre\, Cardiff\, Sachville Ave\, Cardiff\, CF14 3NY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: UK SCALE Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hope not hype – Effective digitalisation for better supply chain solutions\n \nHosted by the UK SCALE Centre\, part of the world-renowned MIT Global SCALE Network\, the Symposium brings together leaders from industry\, academia and policy to explore the future of supply chains and the transformative impact of digitalisation and AI. \nSupply chains have evolved from the industrial to the digital revolution\, with new technologies now advancing at unprecedented speed. Organisations face the challenge of embracing innovation to boost productivity\, resilience and sustainability\, or risk being left behind. \nThe 2026 UK SCALE Symposium will deliver honest dialogue on AI\, separating hype from real solutions\, and providing practical insights to shape the next generation of supply chain excellence. \nWhat to expect?\nHear from renowned thinkers and practitioners on digitalisation and AI in supply chains. Join interactive sessions to co-create strategies\, explore opportunities and risks\, and get answers to your most pressing questions. \nWhy attend?\nBy attending the UK SCALE Symposium\, you will join likeminded experts from around the world and play an essential role in shaping the direction of supply chain innovation.  Over the course of the day\, you will: \n\nGain insights into cutting-edge research and real-world innovations\nTake part in strategic conversations bridging industry\, academia and policy\nConnect with leaders and innovators driving resilient\, sustainable supply chains\nContribute to shaping the future with the UK SCALE Centre at the heart of this ecosystem.\n\n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-uk-scale-symposium-2026/
LOCATION:Hollywell Conference Centre\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Loughborough University":MAILTO:event@remed.uk
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SUMMARY:Leicestershire Innovation Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 25 June 2026 \n\n\n\n\nVenue: Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB \nA partnership between Medilink Midlands\, The Institute for Precision Health – University of Leicester and Charnwood Campus Science Innovation and Technology Park offers expertise support to individuals or companies already in\, or transitioning into\, the life sciences\, medtech\, health tech sector within the locality of Leicester and Leicestershire. \nWe are delighted to be able to feed into the new Leicestershire Academic Health Partners Health Innovation Hub\, which will widen our ability to provide clinical insight into the value and delivery of new innovations. \nFirst launched in October 2022\, the Innovation Clinic programme successfully provided innovators access to expertise across the University\, NHS and business innovation support network\, to supply a clear pathway on how to grow and develop their innovations \nTo continue supporting pioneering innovation ideas across the region\, a new series of clinic sessions has been launched. \nHosting these sector-specific workshops collaboratively\, enables innovators to benefit from confidential discussions regarding the development of new products\, from advice on funding and product development all the way through to engaging with the NHS\, without having to engage with each organisation separately. \nExpertise will include: \nAcademic\, clinical\, IP\, regulatory\, clinical adoption\, innovation test beds\, signposting and sectoral networking opportunities. \nWho should apply? \n\nAre you a student\, health professional or company\, developing new products or services?\nDo you need insight on how to develop your research idea into a tangible product?\nLooking to understand how to approach the NHS?\nWant to know what funding is available?\nNeed guidance on PPI\, value proposition\, and/or cost/benefit analysis?\nLooking to increase your competitive advantage?\n\nBooking information: \nIf you would like to discuss your innovation project\, new product development or understand the landscape\, please complete this short online application form here. \nThese workshops have proved extremely popular\, so early booking is recommended. \nDeadline for the Leicestershire Innovation Clinics is Friday 29th May. \nNote: Applications will be kept open until further notice as there will be ongoing support mechanisms. \nPlease note individuals/companies can only attend one innovation clinic session throughout the series. This programme is supported by the Leicestershire Academic Health Partners Health Innovation Hub\, consisting of: \n\nHealth Innovation East Midlands\nLeicestershire Academic Health Partners\nUniversity Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust\nLeicestershire Partnership NHS Trust\nLeicester\, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board\nUniversity of Leicester\n\nFunded through the University of Leicester’s Medical Research Council Impact Accelerator Account.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicestershire-innovation-clinics-25th-june-2026/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus  Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, Charnwood Campus Loughborough\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Reena Mistry":MAILTO:reena@medilinkmidlands.com
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