Reflections on Medtech Rising 2024
Last Friday, we had the pleasure of attending Medtech Rising 2024 – Ireland’s Business Leaders’ Conference and Medtech Awards Ceremony in Galway. It was an honour to be shortlisted for the Supplier/Partner of the Year award at this prestigious event.
Organised by Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, and Irish Medtech, Medtech Rising has established itself as the leading annual event for Ireland’s medtech industry. With over 34 expert speakers across nine sessions, the event offered an impressive array of insights and forward-thinking discussions covering key topics from across the industry.
Key Takeaways from Medtech Rising 2024
Below are some of the key takeways from the event, which covered the hottest topics from across the industry.
Regulatory Reforms for the EU Market
This panel discussion highlighted the need for simpler and streamlined EU regulatory frameworks. These reforms aim to lower costs, boost global competitiveness, and ensure patient access to cutting-edge devices.
Sustainability in MedTech
As expected, sustainability took centre stage, with discussions around eco-conscious practices in product design, manufacturing, and supply chains. The challenge? Balancing environmental responsibility with regulatory and cost considerations.
Advances in Connected Health
Innovations in (Internet of Things) IoT-driven healthcare, including real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and data analytics, are set to redefine patient care. These technologies promise improved outcomes and a revolution in healthcare delivery.
Digitisation of Manufacturing
Digitisation was highlighted as vital to keeping Ireland competitive on the global MedTech stage. A strong focus was placed on adopting Industry 4.0 technologies, such as robotics, AI, and automation, to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Clinical Innovation in Ireland
Ireland remains a hub for medical device R&D, thanks to its vibrant ecosystem of startups, universities, and established companies. Collaborative efforts are fuelling the creation of next-generation technologies.
Workforce Development
Addressing skill gaps is essential to future-proofing the industry. Strong focus was placed on training and educational partnerships to ensure Ireland’s workforce can meet the demands of a digital and innovative MedTech landscape.
A Memorable Evening
Although we didn’t take home the award this year, it was an incredible honour to be recognised alongside such outstanding companies. Congratulations to Freudenberg Medical for their well-deserved win in the Partner/Supplier of the Year Category!
We’re already looking forward to Medtech Rising 2025 and the continued growth and innovation across Ireland’s MedTech community.