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OSSIO opens US headquarters in Florida with 100-job commitment
An Israeli-founded orthopedic medical technology company has opened its US headquarters in Florida, creating 100 new jobs focused on bio-integrative implant production. The expansion reflects growing international investment in advanced manufacturing within the American life sciences sector.
Einstein Hospital establishes innovation hubs to develop exportable health technology
A Brazilian hospital operator has launched collaborative innovation centres to develop and export health technology, shifting from consumer to creator of medical solutions. The initiative addresses chronic underinvestment in research and development across Latin America's largest economy.
Belfast secures planning approval for £40m digital healthcare centre
A £40 million digital healthcare innovation centre in Belfast has received planning approval, positioning Northern Ireland as a hub for medical technology development. The facility will accelerate commercialisation of clinical innovations through academic and industry collaboration.
Connected Health promotes two Northern Ireland women to lead homecare expansion
Ireland's largest privately owned homecare provider has appointed two women from Northern Ireland as managing directors to lead all-island operations. The promotions support expansion plans that include creating 1,200 new care roles across frontline services.
HSE seeks private hospital capacity to address Limerick overcrowding crisis
Ireland's Health Service Executive is negotiating to rent floor space at a private Limerick hospital to alleviate chronic overcrowding at the country's busiest public facility. The arrangement reflects growing reliance on private capacity to address public healthcare system pressures.
Sustainable Care
The private healthcare industry continues to evolve as a critical pillar of social infrastructure, balancing patient outcomes with workforce stability and long-term investment. Its trajectory increasingly reflects a sector thinking beyond short-term delivery towards enduring organisational resilience. Building on last year’s successes, recognition of people-led excellence offered a clear signal of where lasting value is created. ‘The EXCAPE Story wins Excellence in Staff Development & Retention at Private Healthcare Awards 2025’ sets the tone for how capability, culture, and leadership inform expectations ahead of the 2026 awards. Furthermore, confidence in the sector is being translated into tangible commitments on the ground. ‘Mater Private Network plans major hospital expansion in Dublin’ points to how strategic capacity-building is aligning infrastructure with future demand and service ambition. Lastly, consolidation and regional reach are shaping a more connected care landscape. ‘Pall Mall Medical expands regional presence through Midlands acquisition’ reflects how targeted growth can strengthen access while reinforcing operational coherence. Together, these stories suggest a sector investing in people, place, and purpose with renewed clarity. Explore each article to understand how these decisions are shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
The EXCAPE Story wins Excellence in Staff Development & Retention at Private Healthcare Awards 2025
Celebrated for its people-first approach last year, The EXCAPE Story was named winner of the Excellence in Staff Development & Retention category at the Private Healthcare Awards 2025, setting a benchmark for caring culture and workforce sustainability as the sector looks ahead to 2026.
Recare secures funding to expand AI hospital workflow platform
Berlin-based HealthTech provider Recare has secured €37 million to expand its AI workflow platform for hospitals and care providers. The investment supports international growth and addresses operational pressures in the healthcare sector caused by workforce shortages.
Pall Mall Medical expands regional presence through Midlands acquisition
A UK-based independent healthcare provider has expanded its clinical footprint through a strategic acquisition in England’s Midlands. The deal reflects continued consolidation, investment and scale-building across privately operated medical services.
Cathedral Eye Clinic expands with major investment in Belfast
A Northern Ireland-based eye clinic is set to expand with a €30m (£26m) investment, doubling surgical capacity at its Belfast site. Plans also include new clinics in Dublin and the English Midlands to meet rising demand for ophthalmology services.
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