There are only 6 weeks until BIVDA’s Regulatory Affairs Seminar 2026 returns on 10–11 February 2026 in Birmingham — and it promises to be the must-attend event for diagnostics regulatory professionals across the UK, Europe, and beyond.
This year’s theme is ‘Think Locally, Act Globally’, dedicating a day each to UK and international regulation to help attendees maximise opportunities and navigate challenges related to each.
Whether you work for a start-up or a multinational, this seminar brings together regulators, manufacturers, distributors, consultants and Approved Bodies — a unique opportunity to shape the future of diagnostics regulation. This year, the closing keynote will be delivered by MHRA Chief Executive Lawrence Tallon — underlining the event’s significance for the UK diagnostics community.
Other highlights of the seminar include:
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An opening keynote from BIVDA’s Head of Regulatory Strategy Professor Mike Messenger on International Harmonisation and why it can benefit IVD companies in the UK.
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Insightful sessions on global regulatory convergence and innovation governance — including a presentation from Willy Fabritius (Global Head of Strategy & Business Development, SGS), covering how to leverage ISO standards like ISO 27001, ISO 56001, ISO 42001 and ISO 13485 for MedTech innovation.
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Guidance on international harmonisation and regulatory strategies for complex diagnostics — led by Robyn Meurant (Founder & Principal Consultant, ACT-IVD), whose extensive experience spans EU IVDR, UK, Australian and LMIC regulatory frameworks.
- Key EU updates from MedTech Europe with Director of International Affairs, Diana Kanecka
- Many more sessions, as well as workshops on each topic to ensures attendee can dive deeply into each subject, exchange perspectives, and make practical use of shared expertise.
Not only will attendees will benefit from two days of expert-led sessions and practical workshops (including on AI, UK MDR changes, and post-market strategy), but there will be ample time for networking opportunities as well as the annual seminar dinner and entertainment.
With tickets selling out fast, now is your opportunity to avoid missing out on the hottest regulatory event of 2026. You can register here.
Members can also reserve advertising space in the event brochure, costing £500 for a full page and £250 for a half page. If you are interested, please email ben.kemp@bivda.org.uk.
Sponsorship opportunities are limited — if interested, contact neil.plumridge@bivda.org.uk.
