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Medilink South West is part of Medilink UK. We support innovation, new product development & diversification into the sector by providing focused events, identifying potential research and commercial opportunities.

We bring together the NHS (clinical need), academia (technology), business (innovators, suppliers) & investors to drive industry competitiveness.

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Medilink UK combines an unparalleled network, across the UK medical technology sector and internationally, with a team of marketing, design, innovation, event delivery expertise and experience.

Medilink UK comprises five regional partners across England and Wales and by joining your regional Medilink UK association, the membership benefits of all are available.

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Congratulations to Medilink South West’s Nexus BioQuest, the winner of the Start Up Award at the National Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2025!

Immunology is central to our work at Nexus BioQuest. We partner with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to support drug discovery, applying deep immunological expertise to accelerate the development of new therapies.

What sets us apart is our immunological insight, scientific rigour, and collaborative approach. We work closely with our partners to develop flexible, customised assays that integrate seamlessly into their drug development programmes. At Nexus BioQuest, we are dedicated to advancing immunology research and making a meaningful impact on drug discovery. By combining expertise with a problem-solving mindset, we help our clients overcome challenges bringing innovative therapies to patients faster.

Nexus BioQuest will attend the prestigious national Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2025 at the iconic London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE) in London on Thursday 10th July, where seven companies will be presented with their awards by industry leaders.

Kevin Kiely MBE, Group Chief Executive of Medilink UK, said, “Congratulations to all the winners and runners up in this years’ awards and thank you to the independent judging panel for their time and careful consideration. It’s thanks to innovative, hard-working, and resilient UK life sciences companies that we continue to drive major improvements in the health and well-being of our citizens. The companies that have won the national awards this year have demonstrated their unwavering commitment to push the boundaries of what is possible. I would also like to thank in advance, Professor Ian Abbs, CEO, Guys & St Thomas’ Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Nick Rodgers, Interim Chair, Medilink UK for their contribution to the awards ceremony on the day.”

Click here for list of all winners at the national awards and the full press release


Medilink South West Annual Business and Innovation Awards 2025

and the winners are …

P3 Medical is a UK-based company specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative single-use medical devices. Our cutting-edge technology and skilled workforce enable us to provide superior quality products to our clients worldwide. All our products are manufactured in the UK, ensuring stringent quality control and adherence to international standards.

We strive to deliver excellence in every aspect of our business, from product development to customer service. Our goal is to provide innovative solutions that enhance patient care, reduce healthcare costs, and improve clinical outcomes. We are committed to delivering value to our clients and ensuring their satisfaction through continuous improvement and innovation.

Hazlewoods is one of the largest Independent Accountants and Business Advisers in the South West, with an established sector expertise.  We provide specialist accountancy, tax, audit, financial planning and business advice to individuals and businesses of all shapes and sizes.

With over 550 staff in five offices across Gloucestershire, Bristol and Cardiff Hazlewoods has a strong regional presence, working with clients locally, nationally and internationally.

The Institute of Biosensing Technology is the first of its kind in the UK. Within our laboratories we design complex biological tests and incorporate those tests into prototype devices using microfluidics and bespoke electronics. We are a “one stop shop” working on all aspects of the product simultaneously. Our focus is on the growing market sectors of healthcare, agri-food, environmental monitoring and security.

We aim to form collaborative teams across industry, the public sector and academia to address market driven challenges. We support the development of networks of interested parties both locally in the Bristol & Bath area but also building links with specific partners across the globe.

Health Innovation West of England is one of England’s 15 health innovation networks, which have become known as the ‘innovation arm’ of the NHS and have earned a reputation for their ambitious, joined-up vision for healthcare innovation. By being embedded in local health and care systems, Health Innovation West of England brings a whole system approach to matching innovation to locally identified priorities by connecting and brokering relationships between innovators, industry, researchers and academics and health and care colleagues. The team has extensive experience in supporting industry innovators, in particular start-ups and SMEs, to develop their business ideas, navigate the NHS landscape, identify new partners, secure funding and showcase their solutions. Find out more at www.innovationexchange.co.uk.

Greaves Brewster “We are patent, trade mark and design attorneys with a distinct approach, mindset and location. Our clients say we’re the most open, transparent and easy-to-work-with IP practice out there.

At Greaves Brewster, we particularly enjoy working with innovative start-ups and SMEs for whom strong IP rights and a clear IP strategy can be absolutely key. With expertise across the life sciences, chemistry, engineering and software sectors, we are passionate about working on groundbreaking health technologies - including pharmaceuticals, medical devices and cutting-edge health tech software.

Based in the heart of the South West, we’re passionate about supporting local businesses, especially in the health sector. For nearly a decade, we have proudly been working with Medilink South West, and we’re delighted to sponsor the Innovation for Sustainable Futures Award at their Business & Innovation 2025 Awards.”

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100+ Members & still growing

We support over 100 members from the med-tech, diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries, NHS organisations, university departments and professional services and suppliers

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10+ Years Serving the South West

From Business Strategizing and Market Research to Innovation Surgeries and Bid Review Services - we facilitate connections and provided support

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20 + Specialist events each year

We organise a variety of networking events, workshops and a programme of business development and regulatory webinars - in Bristol and beyond

 

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