Whilst EU pharma industry flags, Eucomed enjoys a period of relative tranquillity

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The European medical devices industry remains well placed in terms of global trade and the level of innovation that derives from the continent is almost undiminished, says John Wilkinson. Chief Executive of the European medical devices industry association, Eucomed.Mr Wilkinson maintains that the regulatory environment in Europe makes it generally a good place in which to operate. "It's not all rosy though, because clearly there are challenges for emerging companies, particularly SMEs [small-to-medium-sized businesses] in terms of raising finance - although 1 suspect that is a global issue now," he offers.