If you need to find out about the medical device market in Europe, then medical device trade shows on the continent are a must for you. Not only will they furnish you with information about the European medical device industry, but they are also a fantastic forum for you to build a network and meet potential partners.
This post captures some of the best medical device trade shows in Europe, with a particular focus on the Western part of the continent. It contains some information about each trade show, including links to the organizers' websites.
1. France Medical Device Trade Shows
In 2021, the French MedTech market generated an estimated €30.7 billion in revenues, including €10 billion in exports (+4.3% annual growth). Around 1,440 medtech businesses were identified in the same 2021. 93% of them were SMEs, accounting for almost 88,000 direct jobs. International firms accounted for 25% of the businesses in France and two-thirds of revenues generated by the sector. Over 85% of businesses in the sector are of French or European origin. Some 2023-2024 medical device-related trade shows in France are tabulated below.
| Name | Date | Location | Description | Event Link |
| Contamin Expo | 28-30 March 2023 | Paris | Brought together players in the professions of contamination control in clean rooms, controlled environments, and containment zones | https://www.contaminexpo.fr/ |
| Automic Paris | 6-8 June 2023 | Paris |
Trade show for all those involved in the disability and dependence sector | http://www.autonomic-expo.com/ |
| ADF | November 28-December 2, 2023 | Paris | A leading European scientific event that combines a dental scientific conference with an international exhibition | https://www.adfcongres.com/fr/ |
| Pharmagora | 9-10 March 2024 |
Paris | Pharmacy exhibition dedicated to pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and players in the world of pharmacy | https://www.pharmagoraplus.com/accueil |
| Forum Labo Lyon | 27-28 March 2024 | Lyon | Showcases solutions, innovations, sharing of experiences, training, and good practices in the laboratory supply sector | https://www.forumlabo.com/lyon/en-gb.html |
| SantExpo | 21- 23 May, 2024 | Paris | Brings together all decision-makers and healthcare professionals involved in management, digital care pathways, patient experience, equipment, materials, construction, and transformation of health establishments | https://www.santexpo.com/ |
| Handica | 5, 6 June 2024 | Lyon | Salon Handica offers new products and services aimed to make the independence of disabled and elderly dependent people easier | http://www.handica.com/ |
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Journées de l'Architecture en Santé |
16-18 October 2023 |
Menton |
Professional meeting to exchange and meet the most seasoned designers in the field of architecture dedicated to the health and medico-social |
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Innovative Therapies Days |
12-13 October 2023 |
Besançon |
Involves global players specialized in the development of innovative therapies, their production, and their regulatory supervision |
2. Switzerland Medical Device Trade Shows
According to the OECD, Swiss healthcare spending reached 11.9% of GDP in 2020, with per capita spending on healthcare higher than any other country in Europe. The total market size of Switzerland's medical technology industry as of 2021 was $22,839 million. The industry has about 63,000 workers. Here is a list of some medical device trade shows in Switzerland in 2023 and 2024.
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Name |
Date |
Location |
Description |
Event Link |
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Intelligent Health |
13-14 September 2023 |
Basel |
Large-scale, global summit that wholly focuses on AI in healthcare |
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BioTechX |
4-6 October 2023 |
Basel |
Biotechnology congress that bridges the gap between pharma, academia, and clinicians to establish meaningful collaborations |
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Festival of Biologics |
10-12 October 2023 |
Basel |
Brings together global experts from across pharma, biotech, academia, regulatory bodies, start-ups, manufacturers, and biologic solution providers |
https://www.mabdesign.fr/evenement/festival-of-biologics-2023/ |
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Rescue Day |
14-15 October 2023 |
Geneva |
Event that highlights the rescue, personal assistance, and security professions as well as their vehicles, work equipment, and many other activities |
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ABIM |
23-25 October 2023 |
Basel |
Worldwide event for the biocontrol industry |
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Salon des therapies Naturelles |
17-19 November 2023 |
Geneva |
Show that offers an opportunity to discover the different natural and alternative medicines presented by Swiss therapists |
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Swiss Oncology and Hematology Congress |
22-24 November 2023 |
Basel |
A meeting platform for all those involved in the fight against cancer in Switzerland |
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FutureHealth Basel |
21 March 2024 |
Basel |
Conference for selected national and international decision-makers and change-makers in the healthcare industry |
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Connect in Pharma |
5-6 June 2024 |
Geneva |
tradeshow and conference that promotes innovation in the downstream process |
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Dental Bern |
6-8 June 2024 |
Bern |
Three-day event that provides a trade fair experience for dental professionals |
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IFAS 2022 |
22-24 October 2024 |
Zurich |
Trade fair and sector platform for the healthcare market |
3. Belgian Medical Device Trade Shows
The Belgian medical equipment and supplies market had an estimated value of $3.4 billion in 2022., Between 2021 and 2026, the market for medical devices is expected to grow by 5.1%, according to Fitch Solutions. Belgium’s Social Security System, which includes its Health Care System, ranks among the most extensive and efficient in Europe. The following is a compilation of some medical device trade shows in Belgium for the years 2023/2024.
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Name |
Date |
Location |
Description |
Event Link |
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Laborama |
14-15 March 2024 |
Brussels |
LABORAMA brings together all of the laboratory technologies in Belgium and Luxembourg |
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HealthTech Investor Summit |
23 March 2023 |
Leuven |
Hybrid health tech summit that brought together national and international experts and VCs in medtech, biotech, digital health, and patient care to examine the current state and the future of collaborative innovation |
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ASBESTONOMY |
8-9 June 2023 |
Brussels |
Concluded event that enabled attendees to, among others, meet key players and expand their network (future customers, suppliers, investors, R&D partners) |
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BabyDays |
16-17 September 2023 |
Kortrijk |
Educational and informative fair focussing on babies and future mothers |
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Pharma Forum |
23-24 September 2023 |
Namur |
Two days of training, discovery, and networking for pharmacy managers, pharmacists, pharmacist assistants |
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Babyboom |
13-15 October 2023 |
Brussels |
Large exhibition for future and young parents |
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Reva |
7-9 December 2023 |
Gent |
Information fair for people with disabilities, seniors, caregivers, service providers, and other professionals |
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Inspire Health & Care |
19-21 March 2024 |
Gent |
A unique meeting platform where the healthcare sector, industry, and government come together |
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Infopol XPO 112 |
23-25 April 2024 |
Kortrijk |
Trade fair for the equipment of the police, security and security services, emergency services, and disaster relief |
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Dentex |
3-5 October 2024 |
Brussels |
The trade fair for the dental sector |
4. Other European Medical Device Trade Shows
The European medical technology market was worth an estimated €140 billion in 2020. It is the second largest medtech market in the world after the United States. Germany is particularly a popular medical device trade show destination. The table below shows some medical device trade shows in few European countries between 2023 and 2024.
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Name |
Date |
Location |
Description |
Event Link |
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COMPAMED 2023 |
13-16 November 2023 |
Duesseldorf, Germany |
International trade fair for the medical technology supply sector |
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MedtecLIVE with T4M 2024 |
June 18-20 2024 |
Stuttgart, Germany |
Focuses on the supply chain in the production of medical technology, devices, and solutions |
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FACHDENTAL |
22-23 2023 (Postponed to 2024) |
Leipzig, Germany |
Showcases a wide range of dental products offered by around 180 exhibitors |
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MEDICA |
13-16 November 2023 |
Duesseldorf, Germany |
Medical B2B trade fair that features a wide range of innovative products and services from the fields of medical imaging, laboratory technology, diagnostics, health IT, mobile health, physiotherapy/orthopedic technology, and medical consumables |
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Naidex |
20-21 March 2024 |
Birmingham/United Kingdom |
Trade fair for the market of medical care and disability care |
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Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2024 |
5-6 June 2024 |
Birmingham/United Kingdom |
Brings together leaders, engineers, innovators, and manufacturers, connecting them with technology and innovation to facilitate the design and manufacture of life-changing medical devices |
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Expodental |
16-18 May 2024 |
Rimini, Italy |
Expodental showcases innovative products and services in the fields of dentistry, dental technology, laboratory equipment and materials, practice equipment and management, hygiene, and disinfection, as well as digital technologies |
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Exposanità |
17-19 April 2024 |
Bologna, Italy |
An event featuring the latest generation of services, products, and solutions |
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European Congress of Radiology (ECR) |
February 28-March 3 2024. |
Vienna, Austria |
The biggest radiological meeting in Europe featuring advancements in medical imaging technologies and techniques |
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Research Pharm |
March 18 - 21, 2024 |
Vienna, Austria |
International exhibition for R&D, laboratory equipment, small scale equipment, analytical instruments, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), excipients, services for the pharmaceutical industry and Contract Research Organisations (CROs) |
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Dental Expo |
14-16 March 2024 |
Amsterdam, Netherlands |
Dental-Expo offers a complete range of products, materials, and services for the dental industry, such as equipment for dental technology, dental prevention, practice & laboratory materials, and implants & prostheses |
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The TIDES Europe |
30 October -1 November 2023 |
Amsterdam, Netherlands |
Hybrid program that features scientific tracks covering in-depth development strategies, trends, and technologies across the entire oligonucleotide and peptide spectrum and more |
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BIO-Europe Spring |
18-20 March 2024 |
Barcelona, Spain |
Brings together biotech and pharma company leaders, investors, and industry experts for fireside chats, panels, company presentations, and networking opportunities |
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CPhI: Festival of Pharma |
24-26 October 2023 |
Barcelona, Spain |
CPHI Barcelona will showcase the latest innovations in all areas of pharma - from ingredients and generics to capsules and excipients, machinery, packaging, biopharmaceuticals, and contract services |
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SurgeryMeet2023 |
21-23 September 2023. |
Lisbon |
Aims to bring together a multi-disciplinary group of scientists from all over the world to present and exchange breakthrough ideas relating to surgery and surgical techniques |
It will be pertinent to wrap up on an advisory note. If you are a business owner, medical device industry stakeholder, or even an ordinary private individual who shies away from medical device trade shows in Europe and elsewhere (or similar forums), then you are missing out on catching up with the latest trends in health, leveraging business opportunities, networking and sharing knowledge with some of the best brains in the world for the betterment of your health and that of others.
The time to have a rethink is now!
