The EBME Expo 2025, held last week from June 25th to 26th at the Coventry Building Society Arena, concluded with overwhelming success, reinforcing its position as the UK’s premier independent exhibition and conference for healthcare technology. The event saw record attendance, with over 2,000 delegates and more than 165 leading exhibitors, fostering an unparalleled environment for innovation, learning, and collaboration within the HealthTech sector.
This year's Expo built significantly on previous successes, demonstrating a remarkable 50% increase in delegate registrations compared to 2024. The expanded exhibition area and five dynamic, CPD-accredited conference streams provided attendees with direct access to cutting-edge medical technologies, NHS-compliant solutions, and practical strategies essential for enhancing service delivery and patient outcomes.
Key Highlights and Achievements of EBME Expo 2025:
- Launch of the Authorising Engineer (Medical Devices) Role: A strategic imperative announced at the Expo, this new role aims to significantly enhance patient safety and organisational resilience within NHS Trusts by extending critical independent oversight to the complex and rapidly evolving domain of medical devices.
- Focus on Connectivity and IT Integration: A central theme, tackled head-on with the introduction of the new "Connectivity Stage." Discussions highlighted the critical need to bridge the gap between clinical engineering and IT teams, addressing challenges in integrating HealthTech into hospital networks for centralised, real-time patient data.
- Advanced Themes and Expert Insights: Sixty expert speakers delivered invaluable insights across critical topics, including the increasing use of AI in healthcare technologies, the shift towards value-based procurement, and the ethical considerations of new technology, such as the concept of "patient enablement engineers." Notable presentations included those from LtCol Dr. Roman Kuziv, sharing lessons from Ukraine's battlefield medical operations, and leading figures discussing the new 10-Year Health Plan for England.
- Driving Workforce Development: Discussions heavily emphasised the need for increased training and development within the EBME sector, particularly in IT skills, with ongoing efforts to standardise training programs.
- Strengthening Industry Collaboration: The Expo served as a vital platform for networking, allowing EBME professionals, procurement teams, IT leads, operating theatre staff, and medical equipment suppliers to connect, exchange ideas, and build stronger partnerships across the entire medical equipment lifecycle.
- The EBME Expo Leaders Network: Already influencing the sector, this exclusive forum of approximately 40 leading experts met prior to the main Expo, driving discussions on strategic issues that informed conference content and set priorities for future advancements in HealthTech management. The outcomes from this network's discussions will continue to shape the industry's direction.
Professor John Sandham, Founder and Chair of the EBME Expo, commented on the success: "For 16 years, the EBME Expo has been vital in advancing healthcare technology innovations. EBME Expo 2025 truly exceeded expectations, bringing together a diverse and highly engaged community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of medical technology and ensuring safe, efficient, and equitable patient care. The discussions, the innovations showcased, and the collaborative spirit demonstrate a clear path forward for HealthTech in the UK and beyond."
The success of EBME Expo 2025 underscores the growing importance of strategic HealthTech management in delivering exceptional patient outcomes and addressing the evolving demands of the healthcare landscape. The insights and connections forged last week will undoubtedly drive significant progress in the coming year.
About EBME Expo: The EBME Expo is the UK's leading independent exhibition and conference dedicated to healthcare technology, providing a unique platform for professionals involved in the management, integration, and procurement of medical equipment. Held annually, the event focuses on enhancing patient safety, boosting operational efficiency, and championing excellence in HealthTech management.
The 2026 event will be held on 24th & 25th June at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
