MedTech Europe
MedTech Europe is the European trade association representing the medical technology industries, from diagnosis to cure. It aims to support the sector in meeting the needs of patients and health systems by promoting innovation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable healthcare policies. The organization advocates for a balanced policy environment, demonstrates the value of medical technology, and fosters collaboration among industry, regulators, and healthcare providers.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
MedTech Europe
Products
Facts & Figures industry report
Periodic industry report and statistics summarising market size, employment, trade and innovation metrics for the European medical technology sector.
Interactive Data Hub and market trackers
Online data platform providing interactive charts, trackers and downloadable datasets on employment, expenditure, market size and trade for the European medtech sector.
Guidance on UDI, device databases and nomenclature
Technical guidance and resources to support implementation of Unique Device Identification, database processes and European device nomenclature.
Position papers and policy resources (EHDS, Data Act, AI Act, Cybersecurity)
Collection of position papers, joint statements and recommendations addressing major EU digital and regulatory initiatives that affect medical technologies.
Campaign media series and campaign materials
Multimedia campaign assets and documentary-style video series that highlight clinical stories, technological innovation and policy priorities to wider audiences.
Global Diagnostic Market Statistics
A market tracker providing comprehensive market size, trends, and market share data based on invoiced sales from companies in the IVD industry.
Facts & Figures industry report
Periodic industry report and statistics summarising market size, employment, trade and innovation metrics for the European medical technology sector.
Interactive Data Hub and market trackers
Online data platform providing interactive charts, trackers and downloadable datasets on employment, expenditure, market size and trade for the European medtech sector.
Guidance on UDI, device databases and nomenclature
Technical guidance and resources to support implementation of Unique Device Identification, database processes and European device nomenclature.
Position papers and policy resources (EHDS, Data Act, AI Act, Cybersecurity)
Collection of position papers, joint statements and recommendations addressing major EU digital and regulatory initiatives that affect medical technologies.
Campaign media series and campaign materials
Multimedia campaign assets and documentary-style video series that highlight clinical stories, technological innovation and policy priorities to wider audiences.
Global Diagnostic Market Statistics
A market tracker providing comprehensive market size, trends, and market share data based on invoiced sales from companies in the IVD industry.
Services
Advocacy with EU institutions and regulators, development of policy positions, and representation of industry issues in regulatory fora.
Member support and coordination on practical implementation topics such as labelling, implant information, procedure packs, borderline classification, economic operators, UDI and database (EUDAMED) issues.
Preparation and coordination for software and AI regulation (including AI Act implementation) and cybersecurity policy through dedicated working groups and regulatory engagement.
Provision and maintenance of interactive market data, industry statistics, trackers and periodic Facts & Figures reports to support policy and business decision-making.
Facilitates member involvement in EU research partnerships and collaborative projects, supports proposal development and project coordination for Horizon Europe and other programmes.
Support and advocacy on value-based procurement, value-based contracting, reimbursement strategies and HTA evidence requirements to improve access to medical technologies.
Advocacy with EU institutions and regulators, development of policy positions, and representation of industry issues in regulatory fora.
Member support and coordination on practical implementation topics such as labelling, implant information, procedure packs, borderline classification, economic operators, UDI and database (EUDAMED) issues.
Preparation and coordination for software and AI regulation (including AI Act implementation) and cybersecurity policy through dedicated working groups and regulatory engagement.
Provision and maintenance of interactive market data, industry statistics, trackers and periodic Facts & Figures reports to support policy and business decision-making.
Facilitates member involvement in EU research partnerships and collaborative projects, supports proposal development and project coordination for Horizon Europe and other programmes.
Support and advocacy on value-based procurement, value-based contracting, reimbursement strategies and HTA evidence requirements to improve access to medical technologies.
Expertise Areas
- Regulatory compliance and implementation for MDR and IVDR
- Software and AI regulation and AI Act implementation for healthcare
- Health data governance, interoperability and European Health Data Space (EHDS)
- Health Technology Assessment (HTA), real-world evidence and market access
Key Technologies
- Artificial intelligence for healthcare
- Medical device software and digital health platforms
- Health data interoperability standards and EHDS-related systems
- Cybersecurity for healthcare devices and systems
News & Updates
Coverage of the first anniversary of the AI Act and MedTech Europe's call for coherent implementation.
Advocacy for collaboration in implementing the European Health Data Space.
Progress in digital health and health data in Europe.
Coverage of the first anniversary of the AI Act and MedTech Europe's call for coherent implementation.
Advocacy for collaboration in implementing the European Health Data Space.
Progress in digital health and health data in Europe.