Healthcare technology is evolving faster than ever, and Clinical Engineering teams are at the heart of helping the NHS embrace innovation while maintaining safe, effective and efficient patient care. That is why professionals from across the NHS and industry are set to come together at the NPAG Clinical Engineering Conference 2026, themed "Smart Hospitals – Equipping & Digital Transformation."
The conference will explore how technology, digital systems and innovative approaches can help healthcare organisations improve efficiency, enhance patient outcomes, support digital transformation and align with the ambitions of the NHS 10 Year Plan. As hospitals become increasingly connected and reliant on sophisticated medical equipment, the role of Clinical Engineering and Healthcare Technology teams has never been more important.
Designed as a practical, NHS-led event, the conference will bring together clinical engineers, biomedical engineers, healthcare technology managers, researchers, academics and industry partners to share experiences, discuss challenges and showcase real-world solutions. Delegates can expect a programme focused on practical application, implementation and shared learning, with sessions highlighting how innovation is already delivering benefits across healthcare organisations.
A key focus of the event will be the growing role of Clinical Engineering teams in supporting digital transformation. From connected medical devices and asset management systems to interoperability, cybersecurity and smart infrastructure, healthcare technology professionals are increasingly becoming strategic enablers of modern healthcare delivery. The conference will provide an opportunity to hear how organisations are overcoming common challenges and delivering measurable improvements through technology.
Expert Speakers and Shared Learning
The speaker programme is currently being finalised, with NHS leaders, healthcare technology specialists and industry experts expected to share insights and case studies aligned to the conference theme. Organisers are also exploring opportunities to bring international perspectives to the agenda, ensuring delegates gain exposure to innovation and best practice from across the healthcare sector.
Explore the Clinical Engineering Expo
Alongside the conference sessions, delegates will have access to a substantial exhibition featuring leading healthcare technology suppliers, medical device manufacturers and service providers. The exhibition is designed to give attendees hands-on access to the latest products, technologies and solutions, while creating valuable opportunities to engage directly with industry experts.
Interest from exhibitors has been exceptionally strong, with significant stand space already secured well in advance of the event. The expo will showcase innovations spanning medical devices, healthcare technology management, digital solutions, equipment maintenance services and more, offering delegates a unique opportunity to explore emerging technologies in one location.
Networking remains one of the most highly valued aspects of the NPAG Clinical Engineering Conference. The event provides dedicated opportunities for delegates to connect with peers from across the UK, exchange ideas, discuss challenges and build professional relationships that continue long after the conference has ended.
Whether your role involves clinical engineering, biomedical engineering, healthcare technology management, medical device innovation or digital transformation, the NPAG Clinical Engineering Conference 2026 offers an invaluable opportunity to gain practical insights, discover new solutions and help shape the future of healthcare technology.
Join NPAG on 22 September 2026 at the Radisson Blu, Stansted, and be part of the conversation driving the next generation of smart hospitals.
For further information and to register, visit: https://www.npag.org.uk/clinical-engineering-conference-2026
