Hong Kong: A Strategic Hub for Medical Technology and Innovation
The Strategic Advantage of Hong Kong in Medical Technology
Hong Kong's regulatory support is pivotal for foreign companies aiming to establish operations in the city. As a connector between Mainland China and global markets, its reputation as a hub for medical technology firms is strengthening.
Time Medical's Success Story
Time Medical, a Hong Kong-based medical imaging company spun off from Columbia University, has experienced reduced regulatory hurdles thanks to local processes. Simon Yeung, CEO, shared how their magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine approval took just months here compared to years in the US.
Investment and Growth in the Med-Tech Sector
- InvestHK actively supports new medical technology ventures.
- Nine companies have secured HK$60 million (US$7.7 million) in investments.
- 120 jobs created through these new ventures.
Innovative Connections and Market Opportunities
The medical connect scheme permits eligible medical devices from Hong Kong to be used in the Greater Bay Area, aiding Time Medical in negotiations with local hospitals for their MRI systems. This initiative signifies a pathway for expanding into Mainland China markets.
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