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HealthTech & Life Sciences in Munich
Munich brings together major pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, including Roche, Merck and Siemens Healthineers, with an active MedTech scene around LMU University Hospital.
At a glance
The HealthTech Safari in Munich explores MedTech and pharmaceutical innovation through UnternehmerTUM HealthTech, Avi Medical and Siemens Healthineers Innovation Lab. Designed for Pharmaceutical executives and Hospital leaders.
Local perspective
MedTech and pharmaceutical innovation
Munich brings together major pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, including Roche, Merck and Siemens Healthineers, with an active MedTech scene around LMU University Hospital.
Local examples and perspectives
- UnternehmerTUM HealthTech
- Avi Medical (digital primary care practices, Munich)
- Siemens Healthineers Innovation Lab
A sample day
09:30
Breakfast in the healthcare ecosystem
Kick off at a local healthcare hub with a briefing from experts.
11:00
Startup visit I: digital health
Visit a startup using digital tools to improve patient pathways.
13:00
Networking lunch: founders and corporates
Discuss pilot projects in healthcare.
15:00
Startup visit II: MedTech lab
See a practical demonstration of medical technology.
What your team can explore
- Where do patients and care teams lose time in a care or administrative process today?
- What evidence, data access and clinical review does a pilot need before use?
- How will you tell whether a digital solution improves care, access or workflow?
A route shaped around your question
We select relevant organisations and conversations around the question your team brings. The final route depends on the topic, availability and the people who can contribute.
Plan a conversation →Ecosystem organisations
Munich Urban Colab
Smart city hub
A new centre for smart cities and AI, bringing together the city administration and innovators.
TUM Venture Labs
Venture builder
Mentoring, workspace, and support for startups in robotics, AI, and communications technology.
Werk1
Startup hub
A central startup hub and accelerator in Munich.
BMW Startup Garage
Venture client
BMW Group's venture client unit. Parkring 19, Garching.
SAP Labs Munich Campus
Corporate innovation
700 SAP employees and 120 TUM researchers working on AI and digital supply chains.
Companies in the local ecosystem
Helsing
Defense AI
A defence technology company building software for military use.
Celonis
Process mining
Enterprise software for process mining and operational analytics.
Personio
HR tech
An HR platform for small and medium-sized businesses.
RobCo
Robotics
Modular robot kits for small and medium-sized businesses. TUM spin-off.
Isar Aerospace
SpaceTech
Launch vehicle startup
DeepDrive
Mobility / EV
Autonomous modular EV platform
Fernride
Mobility
Autonomous trucks for ports and terminals
“The concentration of B2B tech in Munich surprised us. You can really feel how close the universities are, and we found partners for our R&D project.”
About the topic
Questions about HealthTech Safari
Are the startups certified?
Many startups we visit hold medical device certifications or approvals for digital health applications (DiGA).
Can we meet regulatory experts?
Yes. We can include regulatory affairs specialists or advisors with experience working with BfArM.
Which city is the best fit?
Cologne for digital therapeutics and health insurer integration; Hamburg for telemedicine. We also organize tours in other cities.
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