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HLTH Europe 2026

From June 16 to 18, 2026, the Ruhr region will be presented at HLTH Europe in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s leading events for healthcare innovation.

In this context, Business Metropole Ruhr invites you to its side event on June 16 from 5:30 pm at The Hoxton Hotel. Under the title “Germany meets the Netherlands,” the event will explore how to successfully enter the healthcare market and the opportunities offered by the German healthcare system.

Look forward to best practices, first-hand experiences, and valuable insights into the potential of the German healthcare system. During a panel discussion, experts from both countries will share key success factors and discuss challenges related to market entry.

The event will conclude with networking opportunities and concrete support offers for your next steps into the market.

 

International Health Ruhr at the HLTH Europe

In cooperation with regional partners, Business Metropole Ruhr will present the Ruhr region at HLTH Europe 2026 in Amsterdam. As one of Europe’s leading events for health innovation, HLTH Europe brings together international experts from across the healthcare ecosystem to foster collaboration and drive forward-looking solutions.

A particular focus will be on the International Health Ruhr project, which strengthens international cooperation and showcases key contact points for market entry, research, and innovation. With more than five million inhabitants, the Ruhr region represents one of Europe’s largest and most diverse healthcare markets. A dense network of universities, research institutions, hospitals, and innovative companies provides ideal conditions for the development, testing, and scaling of new healthcare solutions.

Combining scientific excellence with real-world application at scale, the region serves as both a leading innovation hub and a practical environment for implementing and validating new approaches in healthcare.

We look forward to welcoming you to our stand and would be happy to arrange a meeting with you.

Exclusive Networking Event: Building Bridges in Healthcare Innovation  

Join us for a closed side event during HLTH Europe, proudly co-hosted by TFHC and Business Metropole Ruhr.
We are bringing together Dutch and German healthcare innovators, partners and friends for an informal evening of networking in the heart of Amsterdam.

At a glance

  • Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  • 5:30 - 08:00 pm
  • The Hoxton Hotel
  • Herengracht 255, 1016 BJ Amsterdam, The Netherlands


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How to get there

What to expect

5:30 pm
Arrival & registration

6:00 pm
Welcome
Mahdi Hamzei, Business Metropole Ruhr
Pieter van Beers, Task Force Health Care

6:10 pm
Setting the scene
Opportunities for Dutch healthcare companies in the German market & Ruhr region

6:25 pm
Panel discussion
Dr. Anke Diehl, SmartHospital.NRW
Serko Hermans, Vaxio GmbH
Margret Huenerbein, Billihome

7:15 pm
Networking and Matchmaking

 

Why attend?

  • Meet people from the Dutch and German healthcare ecosystem
  • Explore where collaboration could actually happen
  • Hear perspectives from the German healthcare market and Ruhr region
  • Have good conversations over food and drinks

Do you have any questions?

Feel free to contact us by email, phone, or directly here.

Mahdi HamzeiProject Manager
Internationalisation & Location Marketing
+49 201 632488 46hamzei@business.ruhr

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