1. Editor's Comment:
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The main theme of this e-newsletter is Arab Health 2010. Space on the ABHI pavilion is selling fast, and may be sold out by the time this e-letter is issued.
A directory featuring companies signed up for the ABHI pavilion features in Section 6 below.
Given the increased UK support for both Medica and Arab Health, ABHI is exploring marketing avenues in order to gain greater exposure for UK companies. More on this will follow in subsequent e-newsletters.
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www.arabhealthonline.com
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Exhibitions aside, following our International Business Survey ABHI has launched a series of foreign market investigations. In the first of these we are requesting companies to send us their experiences of exporting to India. Have you, therefore, been doing - or are planning in the next 12-18 months to do - business in India? If so, please send your experiences to Theresa.ashford@abhi.org.uk
Theresa
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2. International Business News and Notifications:
Double boost for Obama Health Plan:
President Barack Obama's plans for health reform received a double boost over the weekend, with drugmakers agreeing to cut prescription charges and an opinion poll showing a significant majority of Americans want the option of public health insurance. More (Source: Double boost for Obama health plan 22/06/2009 FT)
The FDA: Is the Nation's Safety Watchdog Getting Tougher?
Cookie dough. Pistachios. Lead-laced baby toys. These are just a few recent examples of the many food, household and other products that are recalled from the U.S. market each year due to potential health hazards. More (Source: 23/06/2009 22:17 Time Magazine)
WorldCare Clinical Implements MCC's Imaging Performance Metrics In Support Of Standardised Peformance For Imaging Trials:
45th DIA Annual Meeting -- Booth # 1501 -- WorldCare Clinical, LLC (WCC), a leading imaging CRO for clinical trials in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries, announced that it is offering version 1.0 of the Metrics Champion Consortium (MCC) Imaging Performance Metrics to all sponsors' imaging trials beginning July 1, 2009, through its WorldPro™ technology solution. More
(Source: Medical News Today, 23/06/2009 )
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Change gonna come:
The health service's purchasing and supply agency is to close as the Department of Health (DH) announces the results of its long-awaited review of commercial procurement. More
(Source: Health Equipment & Supplies 23/06/2009)
Peter Ellingworth, chief executive of the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI), said: “We welcome the publication of this new model, which is a welcome acknowledgment that a more effective and efficient system of procurement in required.
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Peter Ellingworth, Chief Executive, ABHI
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Small businesses buckling under the burden of regulation:
The FPB is urging the Government to step up its efforts to reduce the burden of regulation on small businesses, following new research showing that red tape costs the UK's smaller business employers almost £12 billion per year. More
(Source: Forum For Private Business, 23/06/2009)
Healthcare projects "unaffected" in Gulf:
Healthcare projects remain unaffected in the Gulf countries, despite the global credit crisis as spending on new hospitals and healthcare facilities is estimated at $ 14 billion in the region. More
(Source: http://www.arabhealthonline.com/ 14 June 2009)
Qatar to enhance its e-healthcare system:
Qatar's Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology (ictQatar) has said it is working with major players in the health sector on a two-tier approach to enhancing the e-healthcare system to support the government's healthcare reform. More
(Source: http://www.arabhealthonline.com/ 15 June 2009)
Saudi Arabia Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare Report Q3 2009 - New Company and Market Analysis:
The Saudi pharmaceutical market is set to experience strong growth during 2008-2013, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.6% in US dollar terms over the forecast period. We expect spending in this sector to increase from US$2.65bn in 2008 to US$3.83bn by 2013. More (Source: PR-inside 23/06/2009)
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3. News from FCO; Market Updates from Commercial Officers:
ABHI has requested Commercial Officers from Lebanon, Korea, Saudi Arabia and Jordan to provide up-to-reports of activities and opportunities within their respective markets.
UKTI Commercial Officers are based in overseas commercial posts. ABHI liaises with, and seeks guidance from, the Commercial Officers specifically responsible for healthcare. The information provided especially in terms of local market knowledge is found to be highly relevant and invaluable.
LEBANON: New
SIGNIFICANT OPPORTUNITIES IN HEALTHCARE
Lebanon is one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the Arab region and is full of opportunities for British exporters. More
KOREA: New
As Korea has one of the most rapidly ageing populations in the world, this sector is of immense national importance. Bases of development of new technologies and technology convergence amongst Bio Technology, Information Technology and Nano Technology, will lead to high value industries. More
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SAUDI ARABIA:
Over the coming years, Saudi Arabia is likely to experience a sharp increase in its healthcare needs. More
Syed Zaman, the Senior Trade & Investment Officer at the Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has lead responsibility for the LifeScience/Healthcare Sector and the Agriculture & Food Science Sector. Zaman joined the Embassy in September 1987 and has, over the years, led on a number of sectors. Until 2006 he had lead responsibility for the Security & Safety sector and was given the 2006 British Security Industries Association Chairman's Award for Services to Exporting.
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JORDAN:
Jordan's healthcare services and facilities are regionally recognised as very advanced. British exporters, consultants and training providers have potentially significant opportunities More.
The next issue of this e-newsletter will include reports from Syria and Egypt.
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4. This Issue's Feature; Business Expansion Abroad
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Hilton Hotel, Al Ain, UAE
Rotating globe - one revolution every 24 hours
so local time in any part of the world can be seen at a glance.
image courtesy of www.brookbrae.com
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The world, as they say, is a global village today, and, with globalisation, the traditional boundaries that divided countries and economies have disappeared. As in other walks of life, this change is transforming the business world as well. Businesses across the globe, whether big or small, wish to benefit from this globalisation, and are looking to expand business abroad. Ease of communication, availability of information and bodies such as ABHI are helping companies to expand and market their products abroad making this process easier and simpler than ever before. More.
The writer:
 Dr Shahid Raza
Managing Director
Healthcare Dimensions
Middlesex, United Kingdom
Mob: +44-07786-115-686 / Landline:+44-208-8400-7888 / e-mail: sraza@blueyonder.co.uk
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5. International Business Opportunities:
Are you a UK healthcare company looking to expand your product range, or one seeking distribution overseas?
ABHI maintains an on-going listing of business opportunities in the healthcare sphere world-wide.
New opportunities within this issue includes leads from Japan, Syria and Egypt.
You will note that some opportunities have direct contact details, whereas for others it is preferable to go via the ABHI. If registering interest via the Association, contact information will be supplied to UK companies upon receipt of reference numbers.
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6. ABHI Exhibitions and International Events:
ABHI Pavilions at Overseas Exhibitions:
Medical Fair, Bangkok, 16 - 18 September 2009:
ABHI is, once again, the proud organisers of the UK pavilion, and this year it is held in the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok, Thailand. The 2008 exhibition was a great success for many of the exhibitors in the UK pavilion. HOSPIMedica Asia. Registrations of interest for Medical Fair, Bangkok formerly known as HOSPIMedica Asia should be e-mailed to: Exhibitions@abhi.org.uk
Also see Healthcare Trade Mission to Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand in Section 7 below:
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Medica, Dusseldorf, 18-21 November 2009:
The ABHI is ready to continue with the success of last year's Medica, and will, therefore, be taking increased amount of space in 2009 Medica.
Dusseldorf (Medica) Article
Nicole Andlaw, Pressplan Travel
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 Who will be exhibiting on the ABHI pavilion at Medica '09
If you are unable to exhibit at Medica this year but would still like to have a presence at the world’s biggest medical device fair then the ABHI can provide you with the perfect solution…
A slot on its literature rack, placed in the prime position on the ABHI exhibitor lounge has proven to be a popular and effective option. Register to display company literature at Medica
If you wish to exhibit at Medica '09 or Arab Health '10, please log onto ABHI Exhibitions, clicking onto Medica and Arab Health, respectively
To feature on the ABHIatMedicadotcom:
Click here to see the ABHI's dot.com featuring UK companies at Arab Health '09. The ABHIatMedicadotcom will follow a similar format. The cost for inclusion of a company logo together with a short company write-up will be £60 + v.a.t for members, and £120 + v.a.t. for non-members. Please register your interest to theresa.ashford@abhi.org.uk.
Arab Health, Dubai, 25 -28 January 2010:
Arab Health is the largest and most prestigious healthcare event in the Middle East. Over 2,500 exhibitors attend from over 65 countries, and over 50,000 visitors descend on Dubai for the four-day exhibition.
Arab Health
Who will be exhibiting on the ABHI Pavilion at ARAB HEALTH'10
Publicity Opportunities for Arab Health; Middle East Hospital:
The next issue of this e-newswire will cover various publicity opportunities ABHI is offering UK exhibitors and visitors to Arab Health. In the meantime, you are recommended to contact Middle East Hospital, the Arab World's leading medical monthly/www.middleeasthospital.com, who have an excellent circulation list within the Middle East.
Contact Marketing/Advertising: Miketanousis@middleeasthospital.com
Contact Editorial: Editorial@middleeasthospital.com
Do state, when contacting Middle East Hospital, that you are an ABHI member and/or exhibitor, as appropriate.
For all exhibition enquiries e-mail: exhibitions@abhi.org.uk
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ABHI's Export Clubs:
9 July 2009, Focus on Australia / New Zealand:
Chairman: Peter Murray, S. Murray & Co. Ltd
Speakers: Brian Zealey, Sidhil Ltd; Alan Sheridan, A. Algeo Ltd
Australia represents a large and highly advanced medical device market. The country has a large number of medical device manufacturers, although these tend to be relatively small and concentrate on niche markets. More
Pro rata, the market in Australia for some of Owen Mumford's products matches the market share in the UK, where we have our own sales force.
Martin Kendall
Export Manager
Owen Mumford Ltd
New Zealand represents a small but highly developed market for medical equipment. The country has a well-developed health infrastructure, and facilities are of a generally high standard. The best access to the market is through the appointment of a local agent. More
Register to attend this event
17 September 2009, Focus on Israel:
Chairman: Tony Brown, The Nexus Group
The Israeli medical device market is the largest in the Middle East and is valued at an estimated US$885 million in 2008. Imports represent much of the market, which is dominated by ‘high-end’ products such as electromedical and X-ray equipment. Will include a live video link with the British Embassy, Tel Aviv.
Register to attend this event
All write-ups extracted from Espicom Business Intelligence. www.espicom.com
ABHI’s full Events Listing 2009
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7. UK Government Updates:
Healthcare Trade Mission to Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand:
10 - 18 September 2009
UK Trade and Investment is leading a healthcare mission to Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand to help UK companies address the wide ranging opportunities in these markets. The mission will visit each country for two days, starting in Singapore (10-11 September), moving onto Malaysia (14-15 September) and ending in Thailand (16-18 September) to coincide with Medical Fair in Bangkok previously known as HOSPIMedica.
Each market will offer a general briefing for the companies, as well as an opportunity to present their products and services to an invited audience, followed by a networking reception. Companies will also have free time to pursue their own appointments.
Companies new to these markets could arrange for tailored market research to prepare for their visit. Please contact the UK Trade & Investment officers in each of the markets for further information and assistance:
Singapore: Valsa.Panicker@fco.gov.uk
Malaysia: Angie.Yen@fco.gov.uk
Thailand: Nipapat.Hamilton@fco.gov.uk
Mission Flyer
Register your Interest in participating in the Mission
Deadline for Application: 10 August 2009.
UK Healthcare Technologies Mission to ADVAMED, Washington DC
12 -14 October 2009 CALL FOR "EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST":
Building on the success of the 2008 healthcare mission to the USA, UK Trade &
Investment, ABHI and regional Medilinks are seeking companies with leading edge medical technologies to participate in a mission to Advamed 2009 – the premier medical technology, business development, policy forum and capital formation event in North America. www.advamed2009.com
This mission will showcase UK excellence in medical technology and elevate the visibility of British companies in the US market. Flyer
ComPaMED Stand Share Offer Supported by UKTI
November 18 – 20 2009, Messe Düsseldorf, Germany
ComPaMED is a leading international showcase for the suppliers market of high tech medical technology solutions. 2008 saw exhibitor numbers increase by over 20% and visitor numbers up to 14,000. Once again, ComPaMED proved to be a central meeting point for the entire industry, both nationally and internationally.
Conveniently situated alongside the world’s largest medical trade fair MEDICA, ComPaMED is perfectly placed for simultaneous interaction between leading manufacturers, leading suppliers, and system partners. Stand Share Offer
RehaCare, 14-17 October, 2009; Messe Düsseldorf, Germany
RehaCare covers a wide range of rehabilitation equipment and supplies as well as aids for daily living. RehaCare is a decision-makers' event. 70% of the visitors are from the trade, nearly half of whom have direct purchasing authority.
Government Assistance in Promoting Business in the Life Science Sector, 9 July, Victoria, London SW1
This event has been put together to inform businesses of the government support available to help promote the life sciences sector and drive forward company growth.
For more information and to register for this free-of-charge event please email: Susan N Dilks on mail@ccra.org.uk
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8. Other Associated International Activities:
Energising Innovation and Investment within the Global Medtech Industry
The Medical Technology Innovation Centre at the University of Hertfordshire led by Dr Sandeep Shah of the Tarilian Group held a very successful inaugural International Medtech Symposium. With delegates from USA, Canada, Europe and Asia, and company representation from J & J, Medtronic, 3M as well as a range of SMEs - the Symposium attracted a great deal of interest.
The event opening plenary was led by ABHI's CEO Peter Ellingworth who gave the audience an expert insight into his view of the evolving new medtech world.
The event had 11 plenaries and 47 international speakers covering topics from Medtech innovation, corporate strategy, regulation, manufacturing, market adoption strategies, intellectual property management to the medtech value chain and finance. A key part of the Symposium covered new financial strategies for growth in this sector with speakers from across the investment community.
The Office of Life Sciences and the UKTI also explained the new medtech focus in UK government strategies.
The MTIC has been requested by several corporate contacts to repeat the event soon. For further information on the event as well as how to obtain a copy of MTIC's Symposium Summary Booklet please e-mail: sandeep@tarilian-consulting.com.
Patron: HRH The Duke of York KG KCVO
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