Name: Exporting Innovation: Global Growth for Scotland’s Advanced Therapies
Start: 2026-03-18T16:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-18T20:30:00+00:00
Location: The Social Hub

$Exporting Innovation: Global Growth for Scotland\u2019s Advanced Therapies$

An opportunity for colleagues from across the sector to come together for an evening of talks, lively discussion, and network.
About this Event

Exporting Innovation: Global Growth Opportunities for Scotland’s Advanced Therapy Sector

In collaboration with Scottish Development International (SDI)

Scotland’s advanced therapy sector is internationally recognised for scientific excellence and innovation. But how can companies best translate this strength into sustainable global growth?

Join industry peers, ecosystem partners, and international market experts for an evening of insight and discussion delivered in collaboration with Scottish Development International (SDI), focused on export opportunities for companies working in advanced therapies.

This event will explore:

An overview of Scottish Development International and their services
Export opportunities across key international regions
Practical considerations for companies looking to enter or scale in overseas markets
Regulatory, supply chain, and infrastructure challenges to international expansion
The role of partnerships, investment ecosystems, and government support in enabling growth

You will hear perspectives from SDI market specialists and sector stakeholders, alongside contributions from innovative companies operating within the ecosystem. The session will conclude with a panel discussion bringing together experience from across industry, public sector, and supporting organisations.

Agenda overview:

Registration and welcome
Export landscape and sector overview (with SDI)
International market insights (Asia, USA, Europe)
Company showcase (speakers to be confirmed)
Panel discussion and audience Q&A
Networking

About the Scottish Advanced Therapies Network
Coordinated by the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult, and supported by Scottish Enterprise, the Network fosters collaboration and supports growth across the advanced therapy industries in Scotland and beyond, by facilitating opportunities for academic, NHS, and industry experts to connect, exchange knowledge and tackle challenges together.

Who should attend?

Industry professionals/investors with an interest in supporting growth in the advanced therapy/vaccine sectors in Scotland
Academics involved in advanced therapy and/or vaccine research
Government officials/policy makers/regulators/healthcare providers with an interest in advanced therapies