In 2025, CMEF expands into a premium, cross-industry platform that blends medical technology with consumer wellness. The autumn edition in Guangzhou centers on Health, Innovation, and Collaboration, uniting global players across the healthcare continuum—from upstream R&D to end-user solutions—while introducing the International Healthy Lifestyle Fair to accelerate holistic well-being across life stages.
CMEF 2025 Autumn Exhibition: Health, Innovation, Collaboration on a Global Stage
The 2025 autumn fair is designed as an international top-tier showcase spanning the entire industry chain. It brings together thousands of companies and professionals to highlight high-quality growth through innovation, partnerships, branding, and rich academic exchange. The event covers nearly 200,000 m² of expo space and is expected to attract around 4,000 companies and 120,000 professionals.
Key dimensions include 28 themed zones that map the full ecosystem—from medical imaging and in vitro diagnostics to surgical robots and smart healthcare. Accessibility to markets and networks is enhanced by a robust program of policy insights, trend analyses, and professional training, aimed at driving precision medicine and aging population solutions.
- 200,000 m² of exhibition space
- 4,000 participating companies
- 120,000 attending professionals
- 28 themed zones (imaging, IVD, robotics, smart health, and more)
- 60+ conferences and forums across policy and industry
- 1,000+ subject-matter experts contributing insights
- 20+ countries and regions represented
Among the marquee developments is the debut of the International Healthy Lifestyle Fair (IHL), paired with CMEF Health Promotion Conference and a Healthy Living Carnival. This creates a cross‑industry hub focused on prevention, intervention, and ongoing management—embodying a holistic, technology-enabled approach to global health.
Explore the event details and registration here: CMEF 2025 registration.
International Healthy Lifestyle Fair (IHL): Merging Medical Excellence with Consumer Wellness
The IHL signals CMEF’s strategic evolution from a purely professional trade show to a hybrid platform that integrates medical technology with consumer-centric wellness solutions. This cross‑sector initiative leverages cutting-edge technology, policy insights, and human-centric design to deliver holistic health across all life stages.
Highlights include a cross‑disciplinary showcase featuring 1,000+ products—ranging from smart wearables and home health tech to chronic and aging care systems, intelligent home ecosystems, sports and beauty tech, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and pet health. The IHL aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem that bridges prevention, intervention, and everyday management.
- Smart wearables and 5G-enabled remote health solutions
- Home health technology and intelligent living systems
- Chronic and aging care innovations and eco-conscious medical consumables
- Early cancer detection, POCT and molecular diagnostics in IVD and screening
For a deeper look at how the IHL is shaping CMEF’s long-term strategy for health growth, view industry perspectives and case studies in the partner analyses linked below.
Further insights and ongoing updates are available at the event pages and partner resources, including CMEF 2025: Healthcare Growth and CMEF 2025: Health Growth. Additional perspectives can be found through related analyses and press releases from the health technology community.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exhibition space | Approximately 200,000 m² |
| Participants | ~4,000 companies; ~120,000 professionals |
| Themes | 28 zones: imaging, IVD, robotics, smart health, etc. |
Global Leadership and Industry Collaboration: A Platform for Premium Growth
This edition brings together leaders from Medtronic, Philips Healthcare, Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Baxter International, Abbott Laboratories, Stryker, and Zimmer Biomet. Their presence underscores CMEF’s role as a global marketplace for innovation, partnerships, and policy dialogue.
In addition to product showcases, the event hosts>more than 60 conferences and forums covering policy, regulation, digital health, imaging, home health, elderly care, and the silver economy—featuring 1,000+ experts. Diplomats and industry association leaders offer practical guidance on medical device export rules, using real-world cases to clarify compliance and facilitate cross-border collaboration.
Access the latest insights and partnership opportunities through CMEF’s international programs and the strategic guidance provided by key industry players.
- Medtronic — continuous cardiovascular and diabetes technology leadership
- Philips Healthcare — imaging and patient monitoring innovations
- Siemens Healthineers — scalable diagnostic imaging and digital health solutions
- GE Healthcare — data-driven care and integrated workflow optimization
- Johnson & Johnson — surgical and mobility innovation ecosystems
- Boston Scientific — interventional and therapeutic technologies
- Baxter International — renal and critical care products
- Abbott Laboratories — diagnostics and cardiovascular devices
- Stryker — medical devices and surgical navigation
- Zimmer Biomet — orthopedics and trauma solutions
To deepen engagement, explore partner resources and case studies, including the two Healthily Life Vitality posts linked earlier, and additional industry analyses accessible via the partner pages and CMEF’s event portal.
| Key metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Exhibitor count | ~4,000 |
| Visitor count | ~120,000 |
| Theater/Conference events | 60+ sessions |
Industry growth at CMEF 2025 is driven by a robust ecosystem where global OEMs and regional innovators exchange best practices, co-create standards, and pilot risk-managed deployments in markets with aging demographics and rising chronic disease incidence.
Maintaining a Practical Edge: Registration, Access, and Opportunities
Registration platforms and on-site networking services are designed to streamline international participation, with diplomats and trade associations offering practical guidance on regulatory compliance and export controls. The event’s cross‑border orientation creates unique opportunities for partnerships, technology transfers, and joint ventures across continents.
- Cross-border collaboration sessions with industry associations
- Policy and regulatory briefings tailored to export markets
- Networking events and targeted matchmaking with buyers, distributors, and investors
Interested readers can bookmark the CMEF pages and related health growth resources to stay updated on sessions, new zones, and keynote speakers. A sample of event content and schedules can be accessed via the links already provided, including the two Healthily Life Vitality pages and the registration portal above.
Questions in Focus: CMEF 2025 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where does CMEF 2025 Autumn take place?
A: The Autumn Exhibition runs from September 26 to 29 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou.
Q: What is the International Healthy Lifestyle Fair (IHL)?
A: IHL is a new CMEF initiative that blends medical technology with consumer wellness, creating a cross-industry hub for prevention, intervention, and management across life stages.
Q: Which major brands participate?
A: Leaders such as Medtronic, Philips Healthcare, Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Baxter International, Abbott Laboratories, Stryker, and Zimmer Biomet are active at CMEF 2025.
Q: How can I access more information or register?
A: Visit the official registration page linked above or consult the CMEF partner resources for updates and session details.