25 reasons to attend Med-Tech Expo in 2025

The UK and Ireland’s leading medical device manufacturing event, Med-Tech Innovation Expo, takes place on June 4-5^th 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, UK. 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. Need a reason to take a day out of the office and join us? How about 25?

1. The value of the UK MedTech industry

The UK MedTech industry has an annual turnover of 27.6 billion GBP. The UK is also a major player in the international market exporting over 5.6 billion GBP of MedTech products in 2021.

2. World class FREE MedTech conference

The MTI Expo Conference is an absolute must for anyone in the UK MedTech industry. Featuring insights from organisations such as Phillips, the Department of Health and Social Care, Zeiss, NIHR, and more in the CPD-accredited conference programme.

3. Inspirational Keynotes

Each day kicks off with a slice of inspiration from the world of MedTech, unique perspectives and insights await.

4. Med-Tech Insights Stage

The Med-Tech Insights Stage will feature in-depth discussions on industry trends, regulatory updates, and strategic insights from senior representatives of leading healthcare organisations and blue-chip companies.

5. Med-Tech Innovation Stage

The Med-Tech Innovation Stage is designed to spotlight the latest innovations in health technology. Here you will discover groundbreaking products, emerging companies, and new trends that are set to revolutionise the medical technology landscape.

6. PITCH@Med-Tech Expo

PITCH, sponsored by NIHR, is the start-up competition that brings together the world’s leading, early-stage MedTech start-ups for a live on-stage accelerator-style pitching session.

7. VIP Buyers Programme

New for 2025, the VIP Buyers Programme provides senior buyers with benefits such as complimentary parking and entry to a private networking lounge where they can enjoy a free breakfast and refreshments.

8. Connect Lounge

The Connect Lounge is perfect for networking with old and new clients. Use the app to setup meetings with exhibitors and speakers, so you can start filling up your diary before the show starts, expanding your network and maximising your time.

9. Start-up zone

The start-up zone brings you face-to-face with a range of new start-up companies from across the med-tech sector. The perfect opportunity to see innovative products launching in the industry from companies that would not normally exhibit.

10. Source new suppliers

Explore the offerings of more than 150 exhibitors showcasing their solutions at the event. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with them face-to-face prior to finalising any decisions.

11. Meet Current Suppliers

Save time and effort by consolidating a year’s worth of meetings into just two days, eliminating the need for future video calls and multiple trips to meet individual suppliers.

12. Networking

Meeting face-to-face, including over a cold beer at the end of the day, allows for genuine and meaningful conversations that are often missing in virtual interactions. Network with over 5000+ professionals to foster strategic partnerships and uncover new opportunities.

13. Explore Hands-on Exhibits

Attending Med-Tech Innovation Expo is the perfect opportunity to get up close to the technology and see how it can impact your business.

14. Event Hub

Our exclusive online Event Hub app helps you build a personalised diary of conference sessions and meetings, discover recommended products and suppliers, and connect with your peers before the event.

15. See What’s New In The Industry

Find out the latest innovations and technology from an entire ecosystem of market leading technology suppliers, machines, materials, software and service providers.

16. Live Product Demonstrations

Live events mean live technology demonstrations, across the show floor you can get hands on with technology and see how your business can benefit.

17. Product Launches

Every year, companies choose to launch their new products and services at MTI Expo. In 2025, leading testing, inspection and certification provider Element is announcing a brand-new service at the show, which will be the only one of its kind in the UK.

18. Our Sustainable Mission

As a positive contribution to the regeneration of our planet, Med-Tech Innovation Expo and One Tribe are working together to protect the rainforest. When you register to attend this year’s Med-Tech you automatically save trees in the rainforest and contribute to the reforestation of our planet.

19. Scale

With over 200+ top exhibitors showcasing the most exciting breakthroughs in the industry, MTI Expo is the biggest MedTech show in the UK.

20. Medilink Midlands

Medilink Midlands will be running its popular 1-2-1 Discovery Talks with its international partners at the MTI Expo 2025.

Meet and discuss your export growth ambitions with guest country representatives from:
Belgium – Wallonia and Flanders
China
Germany
Romania – Transylvania

Plus, to make sure you are export ready, Global Trade Department will be available for meetings.

21. Medical Plastics

See up close groundbreaking medical plastics and other materials that are revolutionising the industry.

22. Regulation

Speak to regulation experts face-to-face to learn about and stay on top of the latest regulatory guidance.

23. Do business

Above all, MTI Expo is where business happens. Brands such as 3M, Azenta Life Sciences, Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Jabil, Medovate, NHS, Boston Scientific, Eakin, Intersurgical, and Medtronic come to source new technology, meet potential suppliers and build strong business partnerships.

24. Co-located events

Take advantage of your MTI Expo badge and get access to other events at the NEC, including TCT 3Sixty, the UK’s leading event for 3D printing and additive manufacturing, featuring over 150 exhibitors and 2 stages of insightful talks.

25. On top of all that?

Registration is completely FREE. Get your ticket now.

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