Discover the Future of MedTech in Europe’s Leading Markets – Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Join us at this Event, which is proudly supported by the German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
Unlock Europe’s most influential MedTech markets at the Exploring MedTech Opportunities Roadshow, a dynamic event series showcasing the latest developments in the sector. Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (the DACH region) account for more than one-third of Europe’s medical technology sector, offering unrivalled opportunities for growth and collaboration. You will gain insights into market trends and regulatory landscapes, explore strategies for access and expansion, connect with leading industry clusters and government agencies, and discover practical steps to establish their presence in the region.
Organised by Germany Trade & Invest, the Austrian Business Agency with Advantage Austria, and the Swiss Business Hub, and proudly supported by us, the German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce. The roadshow also highlights free, confidential, publicly funded services for investors. From tailored market entry consulting and industry data to guidance on tax, legal, and financing frameworks, as well as support in selecting the ideal business location.
Agenda:
- 14:00 – 14:45 | Registration & Networking
- 14:45 – 15:00 | Welcome Remarks and Introduction to DACH MedTech Format
- Stefanie Ziska, CEO of German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce
- Rob Scheid GTAI; Natalie Thomas, Swiss Business Hub; Marco Garcia, Advantage Austria
- 15:00 - 15:15 | Relevance of the DACH market for the Irish MedTech Sector
- Torben Meier-Klodt, German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce
- Speaker TBC
- 15:15 – 16:00 | DACH Market Overview
- Germany: Gabriel Flemming, Deputy Director Healthcare, Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI)
- Austria: Gerlinde Gahleitner, Director Western Europe, Austrian Business Agency
- Switzerland: Frédéric Reymond, Senior Investment Officer, Innovaud
- 16:00 – 16:45 | Panel Discussion: Exploring MedTech Opportunities and Challenges
- Germany: Petra Schmauss, Head of Unit MedTech, Berlin Partner
- Austria: Bernhard Nussbaumer, Shareholder & CBDO, Austrian Center for Medical Innovation and Technology
- Switzerland: Nicolas Panzer, Head of Life Sciences, Switzerland Global Enterprise
- 16:45 – 18:00 | Networking Reception with Country Desks
