September 10, 2025
BITEC, Bangna, Bangkok —The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), spearheaded by its National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), joined forces with the National Innovation Agency (NIA) and the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), Medical Device Manufacturers Industry Club to host the Thailand Pavilion at MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND 2025. This collaborative effort is designed to bolster Thailand’s standing as a regional hub for medical and healthcare innovation. The event serves as a platform to foster global knowledge exchange and collaboration, attracting device manufacturers and innovators from over 40 countries.
Associate Professor Dr. Toemsak Srikhirin, Director of MTEC, NSTDA, presided over the opening ceremony.
Associate Professor Dr. Toemsak Srikhirin, Director of MTEC, NSTDA, asserted, “Thailand continues to grapple with heavy reliance on imported medical equipment. MTEC, NSTDA, together with private sector partners, are dedicated to propelling deep-tech research and development in materials and medical devices to forge a strong foundation for the industry. Particularly in the field of medical devices, MTEC possesses a solid base of knowledge and research outcomes ready for technology transfer. Several innovations have already been commercialized — including biomaterials, implantable devices, diagnostic technologies, and rehabilitative medicine solutions. Examples include bone graft substitutes, bone fixation plates, and breast biopsy training models for cancer screening.
“At Medical Fair Thailand 2025, MTEC, NSTDA also organized a seminar titled ‘Driving Thai MED Tech Forward’ to showcase the potential and direction of elevating Thailand’s medical device industry to meet international standards. Key highlights include the launch of the Biocompatibility Screening Test (ISO 10993), which serves as an initial verification of the biological compatibility of medical devices, and the announcement of an Open Call inviting entrepreneurs to collaborate on developing Thai medical devices that achieve Partial to Full CSDT compliance in accordance with global standards. In addition, the event introduced the NSTDA MEDDrive Platform, a vital mechanism that bridges research and real-world applications. This will enable Thai entrepreneurs to achieve international certification with confidence while expanding their access to both domestic and international markets. I firmly believe that the Thailand Pavilion will serve as a stage to demonstrate Thailand’s medical innovation capabilities and mark the beginning of a collaborative network that will drive the country’s medical device industry toward long-term sustainability.”
Dr. Sura-at Supachatturat, Deputy Executive Director for Innovation Financing, National Innovation Agency (Public Organization), declared, “The National Innovation Agency (NIA), in collaboration with the Health Systems Research Institute (HSRI) and the Thailand Center of Excellence for Life Sciences (Public Organization), targets reducing the import value of medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare services by 1.5 billion baht by 2026. This will be driven through support for entrepreneurs in market validation and market expansion, leveraged via the Yothi Medical Innovation District (YMID) and Srinakharinwirot Medical Innovation District (SMID) networks.
In addition, NIA has set a strategic vision to position Thailand as a Global Wellness Hub, with a focus on exporting homegrown technologies, promoting business matching, and expanding into international markets. These efforts are intended to generate income, create employment opportunities, and strengthen the country’s healthcare system. The initiative also emphasizes the importance of international collaboration, including the export of Thai technologies and innovations to global markets, and the development of national capacity to produce technologies that meet global demands. This approach will help boost domestic revenue, expand job creation, and ultimately reinforce Thailand’s healthcare infrastructure to ensure greater accessibility and inclusivity for all.”
Mr. Jarudech Khunadilok, Chairman of the Medical Device Manufacturers Industry Club, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), stated, “It is a great pleasure and honor to inaugurate the Thailand Pavilion for Thai Medical Devices today. This exhibition showcases the remarkable potential of Thai entrepreneurs in elevating health technology to meet international standards. I sincerely hope that this event will serve as a dynamic platform for fostering both domestic and global collaboration in the years ahead.”
MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND 2025 featured over 1,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries, along with 20 national and international pavilions showcasing a diverse range of technologies, including hospital and pharmaceutical innovations, medical supplies, rehabilitative medicine, and digital health solutions. The event also hosted specialized seminars and workshops that highlighted cutting-edge innovations and emerging trends in the healthcare industry. Several new exhibition zones were introduced this year, such as LaunchPad, a platform spotlighting innovations and projects from startups; Community Care, which focused on technologies for elderly care, rehabilitation, and long-term healthcare; and Medical Manufacturing, which expands the presentation area for advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and innovative materials in medical device production.
For more information, please visit www.medicalfair-thailand.com.
