The Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) will once again lead one of the largest national pavilions at WHX Dubai 2026, taking place from 9–12 February 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre.
Formerly known as Arab Health, WHX Dubai has evolved into a bolder, broader, and more internationally focused global health innovation summit – attracting over 70,000 attendees from 180 countries. With the rebrand comes a major scale-up, positioning the event as the Middle East’s flagship platform for the entire healthcare and life sciences ecosystem.
This year, the ABHI UK Pavilion will reflect the full depth and diversity of UK life sciences – from diagnostics and medical technology to pharma services, digital health, AI, and genomics. The Pavilion now brings together the entire UK health innovation cluster, showcasing a connected ecosystem of companies shaping the future of care.
The 2026 edition will feature a growing number of UK exhibitors, including participation from Invest Northern Ireland, the Welsh Government, and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), representing a strong show of support from across the UK’s life sciences sector and government bodies committed to helping UK companies succeed in the Middle East.
Michelle Michelucci, Head of International Events at ABHI, commented: “WHX Dubai is a global stage for health innovation, and we are thrilled to be showcasing the full power of the UK life sciences sector at next year’s show. From early-stage startups to large-scale pharma partners, we are seeing strong growth across the UK Pavilion, and we are proud to lead a delegation that truly reflects the breadth of UK capability. We look looking forward to welcoming even more life science businesses to join us at Expo City Dubai.”
The UK Pavilion continues to be a high-impact destination for visitors, offering:
- A central, high-traffic location.
- A mix of medical device, diagnostic, digital health and pharmaceutical distribution companies.
- Direct access to senior buyers, distributors, and investors from across the MENA region.
- Strong branding, networking, and dedicated ABHI support.
- A platform to engage with global partners and decision-makers looking for trusted UK solutions.
With the majority of stand space already allocated, companies looking to join the ABHI UK Pavilion are strongly encouraged to book now to secure their preferred location.
To help companies learn more about the opportunity, ABHI will be hosting a dedicated webinar – “From Arab Health to WHX Dubai: What’s New?” – on Wednesday 24 September 2025 at 12:00 BST. The session will explore how the event has evolved, what’s on offer for UK companies, and why WHX Dubai is now the go-to event for visibility, investment, and expansion in the Middle East. To register your place, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-arab-health-to-whx-dubai-whats-new-tickets-1526850684499?aff=oddtdtcreator
To book your space at WHX Dubai 2026, or to discuss the best package for your business, contact: enquiries@abhi.org.uk
For more information, visit: https://ukhealthcarepavilion.com/events/whx-dubai/
