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11/12/2025
Medical devices, Translation
Amid international growth and European regulatory requirements (such as Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices), many companies, particularly those operating in the medical sector, must ensure that all their documentation is available in the official languages of the countries where they intend to market their products. If you are considering expanding into the Irish market, translating into...
27/11/2025
AbroadLink News, Medical devices
[TOC] Medica 2025: an unmissable global event for professionals in the medical sector The Medica 2025 trade fair, held in Düsseldorf, once again brought together the world’s leading players in the healthcare sector. As a key reference for healthcare and medical technology professionals, this annual event hosted over 5,000 exhibitors and around 90,000 visitors from all over the world. From cutting...
10/11/2025
Medical devices
Too few Notified Bodies in Europe despite the increase in CE marking applications. Analysis of the 2021-2025 figures and outlook up to 2028. [TOC] Introduction: the paradox of growing demand versus limited supply Since the MDR and IVDR came into effect, all medical device manufacturers are required to go through Notified Bodies (NB). Each device or device family must be certified compliant with...
03/11/2025
Project Management, Translation
The world of professional translation is built on a delicate balance between freelance translators and translation agencies . Both play a key role in ensuring that all kinds of content, such as technical texts , are properly adapted to different languages and cultures. However, many are unaware of how the collaboration between freelance translators and agencies actually works. In this article, we...
11/08/2025
AbroadLink News, Medical devices
Every year, the MEDICA trade fair in Düsseldorf brings together the most influential stakeholders in the global medical industry. From 17 to 20 November 2025, more than 5,000 exhibitors and 80,000 professional visitors from 165 different countries are expected to attend. It is the ideal opportunity to present your innovations, forge strategic partnerships and enhance your brand's visibility in...
19/05/2025
AbroadLink News
AbroadLink is proud to have participated last week in RAPS Euro Convergence 2025 , held this year in the vibrant city of Brussels from May 13 to May 16, 2025. As a trusted provider of professional translation and localization services for the life sciences industry, this event offered a unique opportunity to connect with regulatory professionals, explore current trends, and strengthen our...
03/12/2024
AbroadLink News
This year we give a step forward: AbroadLink participated as exhibitor in the most important medical technology event in Europe for 2024: the Medica trade fair in Düsseldorf . [TOC] Hall 13, Stand B13: service providers for MedTech Companies We were located in Hall 13, titled “IT Systems and IT Solutions”, where the majority of service providers for the medical device industry are placed in...
31/10/2024
AbroadLink News
In our commitment with the medical device industry and in order to further understand the needs and requirements of our clients, AbroadLink joined TEAM-PRRC , the non-profit European Association dedicated to the new profession of "Person responsible for regulatory compliance" (PRRC) which originated in Article 15 of the Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) and in Article 15 of the Regulation (EU) 2017/...
21/04/2023
Interpreting
If you want to communicate during multilingual meetings and conferences, you should try Microsoft Teams ' new language interpretation function. But first of all, here are some basic concepts about interpretation: Language interpretation services provide interpreters the ability to translate spoken words from one language to another without stopping the speaker's flow. Simultaneous interpretation...
22/12/2022
Project Management
A nomenclature for medical devices (MD) means a specific coding and naming system which aims to facilitate the classification and identification of all medical devices on the market. Unfortunately, the goal to establish a standardized system on a global level, to enhance MD management and communication without barriers is far from being reached. Many have tried to implement a harmonized system;...