Irish Medtech Awards finalists 2024 revealed

Irish Medtech, the Ibec group that represents the medtech sector, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland today revealed the finalists of the Irish Medtech Awards 2024, which are held as part of Medtech Rising, 5 December, in The Galmont, Galway.

Dr Eoghan Ó Faoláin, Irish Medtech Director, said, “I’d like to congratulate all those who have stood out as finalists, as well as thank all those who submitted entries making this the most competitive Irish Medtech Awards yet. The winners will be announced at Medtech Rising, 5 December, in The Galmont Galway. This unmissable event brings together 500 business leaders annually. This year’s event will explore: shifting global trends, how Ireland is positioned to compete, disruptive innovation, as well as sustainability in medtech, and fostering diverse workforces. Moreover, it provides an important opportunity to bring together senior business leaders together with key opinion leaders, and policymakers, during a significant time of political change following the Irish general election.”

Finalists

• Medtech Company of the Year: Arrotek Medical, Deciphex, and Freudenberg Medical
• Emerging Medtech Company of the Year: ICS Medical Devices, LUMA Vision and Tympany Medical
• Sustainable Medtech Company of the Year: Boston Scientific Clonmel, Stryker Ireland, and Zimmer Biomet
• Digital Health Innovation of the Year: Deciphex, Galenband, and Head Diagnostics
• Best Process-Product Innovation in Medtech: Alcon Ireland, Boston Scientific Cork, and Harmac Medical Products
• Collaboration in Medtech Award: Atlantic Technological University (M.Sc. & Postgrad. Cert. in End-to-End Sterility Assurance), Deciphex & Novartis (Advancing AI in Preclinical Studies), and University of Galway & Medtronic Signature Innovation Partnership
• Medtech Partner/Supplier of the Year: Arrotek Medical, Freudenberg Medical, and Lawrence Engineering
• Best Talent Strategy in Medtech: BD Research Centre Ireland, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, and Zimmer Biomet
• Best Diversity and Representation Initiative in Medtech: Boston Scientific Galway, Mergon, and Stryker Ireland

John Nugent Department Manager, Medical Technologies and Healthcare Services, IDA Ireland said, “We’re proud to co-host Medtech Rising with our partners and wish all those shortlisted the best of luck. The Irish Medtech Awards aren’t only an occasion to recognise those organisations that are making Ireland a global medtech hub that attracts investments and adds jobs, it’s also a chance for leaders to network and share best practice to help the sector in Ireland advance in an increasingly competitive environment.”

Cepta Duffy, Department Manager for Industry & Lifesciences High Potential Start-Ups at Enterprise Ireland, said: “Ireland is recognised as being a leading global medtech hub, with our community of pioneering leaders playing a pivotal and transformative role in healthcare around the world. Medtech Rising celebrates the collaborative nature of the Irish medtech sector, as well as highlighting innovations from Irish businesses which are delivering cutting-edge solutions to global challenges. Enterprise Ireland is delighted to support this year’s Irish Medtech Awards, and congratulates all the entrants and finalists on their achievements.”

Finalists for the Medtech Connect+ showcase 2024 have also been revealed today. Medtech Connect+ takes place at Medtech Rising and provides high potential start-ups with a platform to raise awareness and present their innovative technology solutions to potential business partners or investors.

Medtech Connect+ Finalists: Pumpinheart, Spiorad Medical, CergenX, Tympulse Medical, Galenband, Aveta Medical.