International Medical Devices & Supplies Fair Opens Next Tuesday
25 April 2016 – The seventh HKTDC Hong Kong International Medical Devices and Supplies Fair (Medical Fair) will kick off next Tuesday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The three-day fair (3-5 May) will bring together more than 250 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions to showcase their latest medical equipment, technology and related services, providing a one-stop business platform for the healthcare industry. The fair is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and co-organised by the Hong Kong Medical and Healthcare Device Industries Association (HKMHDIA).
Imports and exports of medical devices steady
HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, Sophia Chong, said Hong Kong’s trade of medical devices and supplies remained steady in 2015. Exports stood at HK$11.8 billion last year and reached HK$1.9 billion in the first two months of this year, a 6.8 per cent year-on-year increase. HKMHDIA’s Vice-Chairman, Otto To, added that global demand for medical devices and supplies continues to rise. “According to the World Health Organization, annual global health expenditure has exceeded US$6.5 trillion. Health expenditure as a share of GDP continues to grow in all major economies, including the Chinese mainland. This indicates immense market opportunities.”
Returning pavilions this year include the Shenzhen Association of Medical Devices (SAMD) Pavilion and the Hong Kong Medical & Healthcare Device Industries Association Pavilion; with the latter comprising more than 40 companies. Companies from Sweden, Vietnam and Pakistan are making their debut at the Medical Fair, with Pakistan staging a pavilion for the first time.
Last year’s fair drew a total of more than 10,000 buyers. The HKTDC is organising buying missions to the fair, and expects to welcome 37 international buying missions comprising over 1,300 buyers this year.
Latest household medical products, hospital equipment on display
This year’s Medical Fair will feature 15 zones, showcasing a wide variety of healthcare products and services. Amid growing demand for household medical items and services, the Household Medical Products Zone will feature a selection of innovative solutions such as a locally developed mobile electrocardiograph, and a stair-climber that can be applied to most wheelchair models and used on any type of stairs. In response to the keen demand for medical and surgical devices, the Hospital Equipment Zone will showcase an array of electro-medical equipment, including ultrasound and imaging equipment and surgical instruments.
The Tech Exchange Zone will offer matching opportunities for potential investors and research institutions with a view to commercialising the prototypes. A number of higher education institutions will also display their latest innovations. For the “silver” market, the Rehabilitation and Elderly Care Zone will showcase products and services tailored to elderly care and rehabilitation. The Physiotherapy Zone will display the latest physiotherapy equipment, instruments and related services and products, including rollers, braces, exercise paraphernalia and more.
Seminars to gather industry intelligence
To help industry professionals garner market intelligence and expand their business networks, a series of seminars will be held during the Medical Fair. Experts will discuss topics ranging from the latest industry developments to international regulation for medical devices. The Hong Kong Health Care Federation and Hong Kong Doctors Union will also co-organise two thematic workshops for healthcare practitioners.
One of the region’s largest healthcare conferences, the Hospital Authority Convention, will be held alongside the Medical Fair on 3 and 4 May, creating synergy with the fair. Last year’s convention was attended by more than 5,000 healthcare professionals. Also held concurrently with the Medical Fair is the Asia Biotech Invest Conference, which will take place on 5 and 6 May. The conference provides biotech companies in the Asia-Pacific region with a platform for cooperation and information exchange.
Fair Website
Hong Kong International Medical Devices & Supplies Fair: http://www.hktdc.com/fair/hkmedicalfair-en/
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HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, Sophia Chong (right), and Hong Kong Medical and Healthcare Device Industries Association Vice-Chairman, Otto To, introduce the Medical Fair’s highlights at today’s press conference |
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A locally developed mobile electrocardiograph that can scan and record the user’s ECG and heart rate in 30 seconds by placing the device on the user’s finger or chest. The device comes with a mobile app that runs on any compatible smartphone or tablet (Illies East Asia Ltd., Booth: 3G-B20) |
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This air sampler and gelatine membrane filter can detect viruses and microorganisms in the air. It was used by the Seoul Research Institute of Public Health and Environment of Seoul Metropolitan Government during the MERS outbreak last year (Sartorius Hong Kong Ltd., Booth: 3F-E19) |
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The Wireless Medical Video Series can stream video in real time and is suited for videoconferencing, team diagnosis and medical education. The product can be applied in Otolaryngology, Primary Care, Telemedicine and Dermatology, and is suitable for use in hospitals, clinics and outpatient services (Healthcare Technology International Ltd., Booth: 3F-G24) |
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This microfluidic biochip rapid diagnostic platform requires only one drop of blood for analysis. It can perform in-vitro diagnostics and deliver multiplex results in just 15 minutes, a much shorter turnaround time compared to normal testing (Sanwa Biotech Ltd., Booth: 3F-H07) |
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The mastectomy bra and prosthesis developed by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University are designed to prevent heat and moisture build-up. The products have been proven to be more effective than conventional items after measuring the users’ skin temperature, core body temperature and humidity within the clothing (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Booth: 3G-A16) |
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This stair-climber can help wheelchair users tackle all types of staircases. It can climb 300 steps on a single battery charge
(Janley Ltd., Booth: 3F-E01) |
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Media Enquiries
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About the HKTDC
A statutory body established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is the international marketing arm for Hong Kong-based traders, manufacturers and services providers. With more than 40 offices globally, including 13 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China and throughout Asia. The HKTDC also organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities on the mainland and in overseas markets, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and digital channels including the media room. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.