11 Sep 2025 | 1.00 – 3.30pm | Forum Stage
Organised by: MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND and Frost and Sullivan
Conducted In: English
Explore what’s next in Asia’s MedTech manufacturing ecosystem at the Navigating the Future of Medical Manufacturing Conference. Curated by industry intelligence leader Frost & Sullivan, this half-day programme is your gateway to forward-looking insights and high-level dialogue on the innovations shaping medical manufacturing.
In recognition of the sector’s rapid growth, MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND 2025 will feature a dedicated Medical Manufacturing Zone, spotlighting the latest in precision engineering, high-performance materials, and advanced production technologies that are shaping the future of MedTech manufacturing. This conference complements the zone by offering strategic perspectives on regional and global developments impacting the industry.
Gain a strategic view of market and regulatory developments, and global trends that are defining the future of MedTech. Hear from industry frontrunners, discover practical solutions to sustainability and digital transformation, and connect with peers and pioneers across the value chain.
| 13:00 |
Welcome and Opening Remarks
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Gernot Ringling, Managing Director, Messe Düsseldorf Asia Pte Ltd
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| 13:10 |
Navigating the Future of Medical Manufacturing: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities
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Rathanesh R.| Head of Advisory, Healthcare & Life Sciences (APAC), Frost & Sullivan
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| 13:30 |
The Impact of Digital Technologies on Medical Manufacturing and Patient-Centric Solutions
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Poon Chee Seng, Vice President of Research and Development, Smith+Nephew Asia Pacific
Prof Chagriya Kitiyakara, M.D. Nephrologist Deputy Dean for Innovations and Co-operation and Director of Medical Innovations Development (MIND) Center Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
Dato’ Seri Dr Hj Haminnuddin Bin Hj Abd Hamid, Secretary General and Founder and Executive Chairman, Association Malaysian Medical Industries (AMMI) and Ideal Health Care Sdn Bhd
Ukrit Rojanasena, Director of Business Strategy and Development, Rojanas Group | M.E.Meditek CO.,Ltd
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| 14:00 |
Establishing Asia-Pacific Region as a Medtech Policy Hub: Leveraging the Global Momentum
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Dr Rajiv Chhibber, PhD – Vice President External Affairs, Sahajanand Medical Technologies Ltd
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| 14:20 |
Bridging Innovation and Sustainability: Manufacturing Smarter Medical Diagnostics
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Dr Ong Siew Hwa (PhD, PBM), Managing Director, Curetis Gmbh
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| 14:40 |
The Future of Medical Manufacturing: A Vision for the Next Decade
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Moderator: Sowmya Srinath, Director - Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frost & Sullivan
Joe Tilaka, Chairman, Medical Device Manufacturers Industry Club (MEDIC), The Federation of Thai Industries
Mr. Rd. Kartono Dwidjosewojo, Chairman of the Indonesian Association of Medical Devices and Laboratory Equipment (GAKESLAB Indonesia)
Johari Abdul Kasim, PERANTIM (Malaysian Medical Device Manufacturers Association), President
Dr Ong Siew Hwa (PhD, PBM), Managing Director, Curetis Gmbh
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| 15:00 |
Closing and Networking Session
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*Conference language: English
*This is a preliminary agenda and subject to changes
