8 - 9 August 2025
2025 Headline Sponsor:
2025 Commercial Partner
Sponsors and Exhibitors
The AfPP Annual National Conference would not be possible without the incredible support we receive from our industry partners.
Be sure to pay them a visit in the exhibition hall!
- Phone: 01423 881 300
- Email: events@afpp.org.uk
Headline Sponsor
Molnlycke
Molnlycke closely collaborates with stakeholders at all levels as Partners in Protection, helping to ensure that the health service recovers from the pandemic stronger and better protected. Our Operating Room Solutions support clinical and management teams to deliver safe and efficient care for patients. We are continuing our collaborative approach to support the elective recovery by helping theatre teams deliver the best outcomes for patients and helping hospitals to keep patients and healthcare professionals safe.
Our Operating Room Solutions support clinical outcomes and drive efficiencies throughout the perioperative pathway. Our solutions include custom procedure trays incorporating best practice devices such as plume evacuation, protective staff clothing, specialised surgical drapes and patient warming devices.
Now it is more important than ever to minimise the risks of healthcare associated infections. We can achieve this by working together to ensure the strength, efficiency and safety of patients, staff and hospitals.
Event Partner
B.Braun
Stand number: 13
B. Braun is one of the world’s leading providers of medical solutions, incorporating the company’s depth of expertise and understanding of users’ needs.
B Braun Sterile Goods Management brings together innovative products, services and consultancy to create intelligent, cost-effective and digitally enhanced solutions for SSDs and theatres.
Our expertise spans surgical instrumentation, sterile technology, decontamination and technical services; we’re here to help hospitals efficiently maintain the sterile supply of high-quality instruments to theatre, for the long term.
We’re looking forward to meeting visitors at the AfPP Annual National Conference this year where we’ll be demonstrating our solutions for efficiency and sustainability.
EcoLab
Stand number: 14
Ecolab’s purpose is to make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – helping customers succeed while protecting people and the resources vital to life.
We can help you switch to low carbon alternatives in your theatre (and beyond). Our comprehensive skin prep portfolio is aligned to the recommendations in both the NICE guidelines and the Green
Theatre Checklist – helping you to reduce surgical site infections and your environmental impact.
We look forward to meeting you at AfPP events throughout the year!
LawMed
Stand number: 33
Lawmed was established in 2000 with the mission to improve patient outcomes and facilitate low impact surgery. We work with progressive manufacturers to identify innovative, procedure driven technologies and solutions to benefit patients, providers, and surgeons. Our focus this year is to demonstrate how we can enhance the patient’s full clinical journey. Procedural excellence begins right from the surgical table using our Hydraguard table covers, then onto patient preparation and positioning with our Prima range including Prima pad, and the MIS drape. We also ensure that a patient’s clinical journey is a comfortable experience with our Modesty apparel.
MedScience Consumables
Stand number: 16
www.medsciencedistribution.com
MedScience Consumables, part of the MedScience Group of Companies provides innovative, high-quality, surgical and medical solutions. We understand the needs to satisfy the increasing demand for state-of-the-art quality products and support. MedScience is a trusted and proven supplier to NHS and Private Hospitals across the UK. We offer a comprehensive range of procedure packs, single-use surgical instruments, Dressing Packs, Supplementary Items, BP Cuffs, Pulse Oximetry Sensors + Many more. Based in our purpose-built headquarters in Banbury, Oxfordshire, we service the whole of the United Kingdom.
Exhibitors
Advanced Medical Solutions
Stand number: 24
Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd is a UK manufacturer of innovative wound closure, protection and regenerative devices, to meet a variety of clinical needs. Our Adhesives and Sealants are used to prevent infections, secure internal structures, and create protective barriers.
Anetic Aid
Stand number: 2
Anetic Aid are UK market leaders in innovative design and manufacture of medical equipment to an exceptionally high standard. We source world-class materials and components, take pride in our workmanship, whilst offering second-to none customer service support and expert AnetiCare service and maintenance. Established in 1977, Anetic Aid has been supplying its highly regarded products to hospitals both in the UK and overseas export.
Website: www.aneticaid.com
Phone number +44 (0)1943 878647
Bender
Stand number: 6
Bender is highly regarded for critical power and turnkey operating theatre packages for Group 2 medical locations. Bender offers a range of solutions including medical IT power systems (IPS) incorporating ATICS® SIL 2 auto-changeover device, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), theatre control panels and PACS screens.
Website: www.bender-uk.com
BMS Critical Care
Stand number: 27
BMS Critical Care Ltd is a privately owned British company established in 1984 as a specialist distributor. Our continued success has been as a result of supplying top quality disposable products for use by healthcare professionals in both the public and the private sector.
Bolton Surgical
Stand number: 18
Bolton Surgical manufacture, distribute, supply, repair, and maintain Surgical Instruments and Medical Devices. Since 1936, we have been a key supplier to Hospitals worldwide. We continuously develop our range ensuring we always offer innovative and sustainable products and services designed to both improve patient safety and offer significant cost savings.
Buddy Healthcare UK Ltd
Stand number: 35
Buddy Healthcare’s care coordination platform streamlines and digitises perioperative care pathways by automating manual, paper-based tasks. It enables clinical teams to manage waiting lists more efficiently, reduce unnecessary pre-operative appointments and cancellations, stay connected with patients, and monitor recovery progress after surgery.
Care Surgical
Stand number: 10
Care Surgical is a globally focused company providing safe, comfortable patient positioning for diverse surgical procedures. We offer a broad range of disposables and reusable pads, covers, and positioning aids, designed to ensure compatibility with most spine and standard operating table systems, meeting the needs of healthcare professionals worldwide.
Circle Health Group
Stand number: 11
Theatre careers at Circle Health Group are all about raising the bar. Here, investment is around every corner, and our teams get all the support they need to put patients first. Join us, and go beyond the ordinary.
Corza Medical
Stand 17
Corza Ophthalmology, a business unit of Corza Medical, is dedicated to vision care globally. We promise to always prioritize you, so that you can prioritize patients. Together, we can create the best patient experience. Find trusted product brands like Blink, Katena, Sharpoint, ASICO, Barron, Onatec and EagleVision at corza.com
The Clinical Services Journal
Educational insights into perioperative practice
The Clinical Services Journal provides incisive coverage of a broad spectrum of clinical topics with a regular focus on perioperative practice, patient safety and infection prevention. A must-have publication for all those working in operating theatres, CSJ includes exclusive interviews with thought leaders, the latest guidance, and educational insights on key issues around perioperative practice – from SSI prevention and human factors, to building effective and inclusive teams. Visit: https://www.clinicalservicesjournal.com/
Dräger Medical UK Ltd
Stand number: 19
“Technology Empowering Life” propels Dräger’s mission. Our cutting-edge operating room solutions, from medical ventilation to patient monitoring, assure life-saving care. In intensive care, operating theaters, or neonatal units, Dräger’s all-encompassing products and services shield and nurture lives. Dräger: Leading Acute Care, devoted to safeguarding lives with unwavering commitment.
Elis
Stand number: 26
Elis UK is a leading supplier of reusable surgical textiles with 35 years’ experience serving NHS and private sector hospitals. Our purpose-built surgical facilities operate to Class 8 Cleanroom standards, and are certified to EN13485, meaning our reusable surgical drapes, gowns and tray wraps meet EN13795 standards throughout their lifecycle.
EuroSurgical
Stand number: 12
Eurosurgical, a specialist distributor company based in the UK and established in 1989. We will feature our electrosurgical range of products including our complete range of smoke evacuation diathermy pencils AND FORCEPS. Also our reusable patient monopolar gel pad, a safer and more sustainable option than single-use plates and cables.
GBUK Healthcare
Stand number: 20
GBUK Healthcare provides innovative medical, surgical, and critical care devices, trusted across NHS and private healthcare settings. Used in Operating Theatres, ICU, HDU, and specialties such as Cardiothoracic, Urology, ENT, and Emergency Medicine, our products deliver exceptional quality, technical excellence, and value, supporting healthcare professionals nationwide.
Hartmann UK&I
Stand number: 29
At HARTMANN we recognise the importance of hygiene in reducing healthcare-associated infections. Not only do we offer an extensive range of products – for hand, skin and surface disinfection – we also provide training to inform and educate healthcare professionals and patients.
InterSurgical
Stand number: 5
Intersurgical is a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of a wide range of medical devices for respiratory support.
We provide flexible patient solutions for airway management, anaesthesia, critical care, and oxygen & aerosol therapy primarily for use within the hospital environment.
Pentland Medical
Stand number: 7
Pentland Medical is a UK-based medical supplies company, offering 30 years of experience in the medical industry. Last year we launched the Leafix airway securing device. Designed to replace the role of multi-purpose, multi-use rolls of tape. Please visit stand 7 for an opportunity to see our full range of Operating Theatre products.
PROACT
Stand number: 8
Established in 1995, PROACT Medical Ltd is an independent UK-based company specialising in the manufacture and supply of Patient Monitoring, Diagnostic and Resuscitation medical products.
Sol-Millenium
Stand number: 4
Sol-Millennium Medical Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of needles and syringes across the globe. Sol-Millennium’s innovative technology supports positive patient outcomes, saves on medication, and enhances both clinician and patient experience. Our teams are dedicated to delivering knowledge and outstanding customer service, Sol-Millennium’s goal is to partner with those in healthcare, focusing on a healthier tomorrow.
Solventum
Stand number: 9
At Solventum, we create breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges by pioneering game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science to change patients’ lives for the better – while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best.
Spire Healthcare
Stand number: 32
Our people set us apart. Our highly motivated teams deliver outstanding patient care, reflected in the levels of satisfaction expressed by both patients and consultants. Looking after you is at the heart of what we do, we offer extensive CPD and learning and development opportunities to ensure investment in your career.
Surgical Holdings
Stand number: 30 & 31
Family run Surgical Holdings is a circular economy focussed manufacturer, distributor and repairer of high-quality surgical instrumentation. Their repair service covers a range of surgical instruments, including rigid endoscopes, Cleanwave Kerrison Rongeurs, spinal retractors and orthopaedic power tools. Using the latest technology, the company repairs instruments back to manufacturer’s specification.
Swann-Morton Ltd
Stand number: 3
Teasdale Healthcare Equipment Ltd
Stand number: 23
Teasdale’s have been manufacturing Operating Theatre Positioning Aids, Pressure Relieving Gels made from our bespoke blend and Metalwork Furniture for over 45 years. As designers we also work alongside theatre staff in developing bespoke items and new designs. Theatre Product Audits are also available upon request.
Teleflex
Stand number: 21
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies that enhance clinical benefits, improve patient and provider safety, and reduce total procedural costs. We are home to industry-leading brands in the fields of Anaesthesia including Rusch and LMA.
Teleflex, A Global Provider of Medical Technologies, Dedicated to Improving the Health & Quality of People’s Lives.
TSC Life
Stand number: 25
TSC Life is the result of the merger of The Surgical Company’s business units which focus on patient temperature management (PTM) and single-use endoscopy. The company’s endoscopy business is best known for its single-use Broncoflex™ brand, the fastest growing challenger within its space. Our headquarter is located in Amersfoort.
Sponsors
Eco Ninjas
Eco Ninjas was founded with the goal of making a meaningful impact in healthcare by improving patient safety and enhancing communication within operating theatres. We offer a comprehensive range of sustainable, reusable theatre caps, designed as an alternative to disposable options. Our theatre caps feature detachable name badges, ensuring that all individuals in the operating theatre, from visitors and students to surgeons and anaesthetists, are easily identifiable. This alternative to single-use caps fosters better communication, reduces hierarchical barriers, and ultimately contributes to improved patient safety.
Ross Munro, Pentland Medical
“For a clinical supplier, it should be at the top of the list of conferences to attend. A well organised conference, fantastic venue and very engaged delegates. Highly recommend to any clinical supplier.”
Paul Owen, Bender UK
“If your business is surgical, there’s no better way to network, talk, develop relationships and learn from each other, than supporting and being at AfPP.”
Tanya Woodbridge, Mölnlycke
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