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Friday 16 September 2005
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Rory Carroll - 020 7787 3067 or 07710 274 285
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UK med tech trade mission seeks to
build links with China and Hong Kong
Nine British medical technology companies are travelling to Honk Kong and
China as part of a trade mission in order to build on the UK’s existing strong links
with the two countries and identify areas of collaboration.
The trade mission, taking place from 17-27 September, is being organised by the
Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI) with the backing of UK Trade
& Investment (UKT&I) - the Government’s body responsible for promoting
exports and inward investment.
Amongst the healthcare innovations that will be focussed on as part of the
mission are oxygen and suction products, surgical dressings, urinary flow
monitors, anesthesia and respiratory products.
John Wilkinson, Director General of the ABHI, said:
“The UK healthcare industry is world renowned for supplying leading-edge
medical technologies and equipment. There is considerable interest in British
healthcare products in Hong Kong and China, which is why this trade mission
has been arranged.
Theresa Ashford, International Business Coordinator at the ABHI, said:
“This trade mission is a great opportunity to form a strong working partnership
and demonstrate how China and Hong Kong can benefit from the medical
expertise British firms have to offer. We also hope to identify other areas of
collaboration.”
- ENDS Notes to editors
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The Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI) is the lead trade association
for the medical systems industry. This sector comprises not only manufacturers of
medical devices, equipment and consumables, but also service companies, distributors,
professional groups (such as architects and lawyers), and other suppliers to the medical
community. www.abhi.org.uk
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The role of the Association is to:
1.Advance and promote medical systems (devices, equipment, technologies and
services) within the UK and globally.
2.Provide a forum for policy discussion with the industry's customers, legislators, public
bodies and interested groups.
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The UK firms and organisations on the trade mission are:
CellSonic Ltd www.cellsonic-medical.com
CellSonic manufactures medical equipment for doctors, surgeons, vets, beauticians, sports
therapists and all those concerned with surgery - from urinary flow monitors to lithotripters and
light sources.
Frank Sammeroff Ltd www.sammeroff.com
Frank Sammeroff is a manufacturer of Surgical Dressings and First Aid Kits. The company
operates from Glasgow, Scotland and a factory in Shanghai, China. Sammeroff supplies both
public and private sectors and holds contracts with purchasing organisations, defence
procurement, local authorities and distributors. Products include those for professional use as
well as private label products for major pharmacy, supermarket, and DIY chains.
ICAN Software Ltd
www.electrosurgery.co.uk
ICAN is involved with the development of custom software for manufacturing and marketing. Its
‘CONFIGURE’ program allows easy design and quotation for custom made products. The
program’s design function is intuitive, guiding the user to the correct product specification. Once
the design is complete the drawings and Bill Of Materials are generated from the same
information. This system allows rapid manufacture of products after the initial sales call. The
program operates using small files and allows file transfer via WWW. All systems operate with
existing ISO, CE requirements.
Integrated Technologies Ltd www.itl.co.uk
ITL have been in business for some 30 years in the design and manufacture of medical,
diagnostic and analytical instruments for a wide range of corporate clients worldwide. It is a
private limited company owned entirely by a Swiss family investment trust based in Geneva. The
company has 60 dedicated staff at its factory and Headquarters site in Ashford in Kent.
Maltron International Ltd
www.maltronint.com
Maltron is a leading manufacturer in the field of Impedance Technology. Maltron has launched
Electrical Impedance Tomography imaging system, the first non-invasive technology for
monitoring and diagnosing lung related diseases. Other ranges include portable products used in
diverse clinical applications for assessment of body composition, fluid and nutrition status.
Meditech Systems Ltd
www.electrosurgery.co.uk
Meditech is a well-established British-based manufacturer, which has emerged as the alternative
in electrosurgery accessories. Its comprehensive range covers all major makes of electro-surgery
generators worldwide. Meditech has now introduced a full range of anesthesia and respiratory
products, e.g. circuits, masks, nebulisers, tubing etc.
Oxylitre Ltd
www.oxylitre.co.uk
Oxylitre Ltd was founded in 1961 and is a private limited company. Oxylitre has grown to be a
major supplier of Oxygen and Suction Therapy, Entonox (pain relief) and piped medical gases to
both healthcare and ambulance (EMS) markets around the world.
Oxylitre Medical Services Ltd www.oxylitre.co.uk
Oxylitre (Medical Services) Ltd was founded in 1987 and is a private limited company. Oxylitre
Medical Services has grown to be a major service provider for medical Oxygen and Suction etc.
products to both healthcare and ambulance (EMS) markets.
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Peacocks Medical Group Ltd www.peacocks.net
Peacocks Medical Group consists of four companies who since 1903 have specialised in
manufacturing and distributing medical hardware to the NHS. Peacocks Manufacturing Plant
manufactures bespoke Orthotics which are supplied through consultants throughout
the UK. Peacocks Orthotic Division employs consultant Orthotists who visit patients in hospitals
across the UK. Peacocks Surgical and Medical Equipment specialise in securing UK distribution
agreements with worldwide manufacturers in order to supply large capital items to the NHS.
Peacocks Retail Division supplies rehabilitation equipment through various supply chains for
doctors’ instrumentation and equipment.
UK T&I and Consulate Staff
UK Trade and Investment is the lead organisation within the government for helping UK-based
companies develop and achieve their export potential. They provide a range of services including
mentoring and advice on partnering and expanding into overseas markets, assisting with
participation in overseas missions and exhibitions, market research, arranging meetings with
prospective customers or partners, and helping with promotional activities, signposting and
networking.
www.ukti.gov.uk
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www.britishconsulate.org.hk
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