About Med-Tech Expo
Med-Tech Expo is a trade event for the companies that design, develop and manufacture medical devices, together with the supply chain that supports them. It is run by Rapid MedTech Communications, a division of Rapid News Group, and is held at the NEC in Birmingham. The event was previously known as Med-Tech Innovation Expo.
The exhibitor base reflects the many disciplines involved in bringing a device to market. Materials suppliers, component makers, electronics specialists, providers of design software, testing services and contract manufacturing partners all take part. On the visitor side, the organiser targets research, design and engineering leads from established manufacturers and start-ups, procurement and supply chain teams, technology and innovation managers and regulatory specialists, along with consultants, distributors and investors.
A conference programme forms a central part of the event. Sessions have brought in speakers from government health bodies, NHS digital teams, medtech start-ups and regulatory experts, covering topics such as the adoption of innovation and the rules governing medical devices.
For suppliers, the attraction is a concentrated audience of people who specify materials, components and services for regulated products. Buying decisions in this sector often depend on technical detail, quality systems and regulatory experience, so face to face conversations with engineers and procurement teams carry real weight. The show offers a practical setting to start those conversations with UK manufacturers and to follow up existing projects.
Next edition
Med-Tech Expo 2027: what to expect
The 2027 edition runs on Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 September 2027 in Hall 3A at the NEC, Birmingham. That marks a change of season: the 2025 event, under the Med-Tech Innovation Expo name, was held in June. The organiser's exhibitor information lists TCT 3Sixty and Interplas alongside Med-Tech Expo, which opens up contact with visitors from additive manufacturing, polymers and digital engineering.
Exhibitors should think about how their stand works for engineers who want to handle parts and examine finishes up close. Samples, cutaway components and short process videos tend to do more than large graphics. Given the co-located shows, it is also worth deciding whether your messaging should speak only to medtech buyers or reach the wider manufacturing audience in the neighbouring halls.