A recent co-location of Medlab West Africa and the inaugural Pharmaconex West Africa has brought together thousands of industry professionals, researchers, and exhibitors from more than 32 countries for collaborative efforts to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes across the region.
The three-day event served as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and exploration of cutting-edge advancements in medical equipment, laboratory solutions, and pharmaceuticals.
Leading manufacturers around the world showcased their latest innovations, fostering an environment ripe for collaboration and partnerships. Senior Exhibition Director of Medlab Series, Tom Coleman, expressed his enthusiasm for the event’s impact. “The return of Medlab West Africa marks a significant milestone in ongoing commitment to empower the West African medical laboratory sector.
“Through collaboration, knowledge exchange and networking among industry stakeholders, we drive positive change, enhance healthcare infrastructure, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. This edition has undoubtedly propelled the West African medical laboratory sector towards a future of innovation and excellence,” he said.
Group Exhibition Director of Pharmaconex, Mostapha Khalil, also emphasised the event’s significance, stating, “We are thrilled to bring Pharmaconex West Africa to Nigeria, fostering collaboration and innovation within the region’s rapidly growing pharmaceutical industry.
“By connecting stakeholders across the value chain through insightful conferences, engaging workshops, exhibitions, and knowledge hubs, we have created a platform for accelerating medicine discovery, development, and manufacturing, thereby improving access to life-saving medication for all.”
As the two bodies conclude the event in Lagos, ushering in a new era for West African healthcare, Medlab West Africa introduced a diverse range of products and services sourced from both regional and global suppliers, spanning key categories such as disposables and consumer goods, Healthcare and general services, Imaging, Infrastructure, IT, Laboratory, Medical Equipment, and Pharma/Nutrition.
Pharmaconex West Africa focused its exhibitions floor on four key sectors including Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Generic APIs, Packaging Materials, Machinery & Processes, and Finished Dosage Forms.
