RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

Reinsberg Group completes the acquisition of Rein Medical

​Reinsberg Group, a European group focused on healthcare technologies and hospital solutions, has completed the acquisition of the German company Rein Medical, one of the leading providers of medical IT solutions and video management systems for hospitals and clinics. Rein Medical becomes a fully integrated part of Reinsberg Group.

Strategic consolidation to support UK healthcare delivery

The consolidation of Audere Medical Services (AMS) into Avensys UK Ltd, now operating as Avensys Decontamination, aims to enhance decontamination and biomedical engineering services across UK healthcare.

CE IVDR certification obtained for new benchtop haematology analyser

HORIBA has obtained CE IVDR certification for its new AnchorYumizen H500 CRP benchtop haematology analyser which delivers a simultaneous 5-part extended differential (DIFF) and rapid C-Reactive Protein (CRP) whole blood measurement.

AI-enabled blood test showcased on the UK Pavilion at WHX Dubai 2026

A pioneering AI-enabled multi-cancer blood test, developed with the NHS in England, will be among the headline innovations featured on the UK Pavilion at WHX Dubai 2026, as UK HealthTech takes the spotlight on one of the world’s most influential healthcare stages.

Next‑generation RFID arrives: Urovo All‑In‑One Readers integrated with Idox iAssets

Idox has announced integration with the new Urovo RFID All‑In‑One Readers, designed to set a new standard in hospital asset tracking. Built for speed, accuracy, and durability, these devices give EBME teams the confidence to locate equipment quickly for servicing and ensure it’s available when clinical staff need it most.

New accelerator launched for UK and European founders

MD One Ventures, Europe’s first Defence and National Security Venture Capital team and Randox, a global diagnostics and healthcare company from the UK and Ireland, have announce the launch of Randox for Builders, a security and biotech incubator and accelerator for UK and European founders and their teams.

FUJIFILM Healthcare UK completes acquisition of British endoscopy business of Aquilant Endoscopy Limited

FUJIFILM Healthcare UK Limited (HCUK) has announced the acquisition of Aquilant Endoscopy Limited's (AEL) British endoscopy business. This strategic move sees all Fujifilm capital equipment, Fujifilm's proprietary endotherapeutic and accessory devices, and therapeutic endoscopy portfolio offered by FUJIFILM medwork GmbH successfully transferred to HCUK.

Randox receives CE marking for 'world’s first genetic Type 1 diabetes risk test'

In early 2024, Randox, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, announced regulatory UKCA approval for their T1D risk test, developed by Randox using research from the university. Today, Randox has further announced that the pioneering genetic test for T1D risk has received CE marking, which it reports is the first regulatory approval of its kind anywhere in the world. The certification paves the way for the test to be deployed across Europe and internationally.

NHS Fife reduces MRI scan times by over 20% with artificial intelligence from Siemens Healthineers

NHS Fife has introduced an advanced artificial intelligence solution from Siemens Healthineers to deliver faster, more accurate and more comfortable MRI scans while reducing patient waiting times across the region. Since the introduction of Deep Resolve in Fife, the time taken to complete an MRI scan has shortened by more than 20%, with the average scan time reduced from around 30 minutes to less than 24 minutes¹, providing both efficiency and cost improvements.

Tackling the unprecedented pressures facing NHS Trusts

NHS Trusts are facing unprecedented pressure. Waiting lists exceed 80,000 patients at major Trusts. Did Not Attend (DNA) rates cost the NHS over £1 billion annually. Traditional face-to-face models cannot meet today’s demand, while generic video platforms lack the clinical workflows healthcare requires.

Corridor nursing: key considerations and equipment solutions for NHS surge capacity

Winter pressures and seasonal surges in admissions increasingly force NHS hospitals to care for patients in non-traditional spaces. Corridor nursing is far from ideal, but it has become an all too familiar sight for hospitals trying their utmost to maintain patient flow and avoid delays in A&E and escalation areas.

Time to rethink closure: new non-absorbable polypropylene mesh suture

Duramesh is a mesh suture closure device developed to solve one of surgery’s most common, yet avoidable, problems: failed tissue repairs caused by suture pull-through.

Mediplus expands award-winning range

Mediplus has expanded its award-winning S-Cath System range for suprapubic catheterisation with the launch of S-Cath System Long, featuring longer components and enhanced features to give clinicians greater choice, flexibility, and improved usability.

Royal representatives present King’s Award to Sky Medical Technology

​On Monday 17th November, Sky Medical Technology welcomed Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, Lady Redmond MBE and Sir Phil Redmond CBE to Sci-Tech Daresbury’s Innovation Centre, to officially present Sky with their King’s Award for Enterprise.

New safety syringe platform

The EcoSafe 1ml safety syringe (previously branded UniSafe) is compatible with the new reusable EcoSafe autoinjector – creating the first and only fully integrated safety syringe platform designed for all patients, including those who are less dextrous or needle-phobic.

New macerator targets soaring energy and water costs  

Vernacare has announced the launch of its latest innovation: the Vortex Air+ Human Waste Disposal Macerator.

New transducer sets new standard for superficial image clarity

FUJIFILM Sonosite has redefined superficial imaging with the new UHF46-20 transducer.

Better outcomes through interoperability

Whether ensuring the right medication is given at the right time or reducing avoidable harm, timely and accurate medicines information is critical to high-quality care.

Getinge introduces new version of Solsus 66 to meet CSSD efficiency needs

Sterile reprocessing is essential to safe and efficient healthcare. Hospitals face increasing pressure to deliver high-quality care while managing costs and space. Getinge´s Solsus 66 helps CSSDs meet these demands.

Mop eliminates the risk of cross-contamination

As winter approaches, hospitals prepare for the seasonal spike in illness – making infection control more critical than ever. In high-risk zones like barrier rooms and isolation wards, the r-MicroOne Premium CombiSpeed Pro mop from Vileda Professional offers a reliable solution to help curb the spread of harmful pathogens.

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