As the UK’s fastest growing MedTech cluster, the West Midlands is a region where innovation becomes impact. With over £1.7 billion in MedTech economic activity, the area is home to world-class facilities, a highly skilled workforce, and infrastructure that helps new technologies reach patients faster.
Why MedTech companies choose the West Midlands
The region offers a unique blend of healthcare expertise, manufacturing strength, and digital capability. From assistive technologies and wearables to surgical tools and AI-powered devices, the West Midlands has the skills and facilities to help bring products from prototype to production at scale.
With over 3,000 medical device professionals, access to more than 200,000 manufacturing specialists, and renowned organisations like the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry, the region is a national leader in advanced and digitalised manufacturing for healthcare.
Testing and scaling made easier
Thanks to strong NHS partnerships and cutting-edge clinical infrastructure, MedTech companies can test and validate new products in real-world environments through facilities like:
- The Medical Devices Testing and Evaluation Centre (MD-TEC)
- The Centre for Custom Medical Devices
- The NIHR Trauma MedTech Co-operative
This allows businesses to reduce development time, manage risk, and ensure regulatory compliance – all while delivering products that improve patient outcomes.
Designed for growth
Melanie Davidson, CEO of Medilink Midlands commented: “The West Midlands has become a powerhouse for MedTech innovation – blending world-class research, cutting-edge manufacturing and a collaborative business environment. It’s a region that not only nurtures start-ups but actively accelerates growth for companies ready to scale and make global impact.”
The West Midlands is more than just a testing ground – it’s a region that supports long-term MedTech growth. Whether you’re looking to access 5G for remote monitoring devices, develop AI-enabled diagnostics, or scale precision instruments through Industry 4.0 techniques, this is the place to be.
And with costs up to 40% lower than London, you’re getting world-class facilities and talent at outstanding value.
