Propel International
Propel International is an intensive programme designed for ambitious international healthtech companies looking to understand, navigate and access the UK healthcare market.
Delivered by Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber, the programme provides innovators with direct access to NHS expertise, industry leaders, academic partners and the wider health innovation ecosystem across Yorkshire and Humber. Through a combination of expert-led masterclasses, stakeholder engagement and practical networking opportunities, participants gain the knowledge and connections needed to confidently enter one of the world’s most complex healthcare systems.
Whether you are exploring opportunities within the NHS for the first time or preparing to expand your existing presence in the UK, Propel International provides a structured pathway to help accelerate your market entry and growth.
Why join Propel International?
The UK healthcare market presents significant opportunities for healthtech innovators, but understanding NHS structures, procurement routes, evidence requirements and stakeholder engagement can be challenging.
Participants benefit from:
- Direct insights into the NHS and wider UK healthcare landscape
- Access to NHS stakeholders, clinicians and decision-makers
- Expert guidance on regulation, governance and clinical safety
- Advice on evidence generation, evaluation and adoption pathways
- Support on funding, investment and commercial growth
- Opportunities to build relationships across the UK’s health innovation ecosystem
- Practical learning tailored to the needs of international innovators
Built on five pillars of success
The programme is structured around five key themes that are critical for organisations seeking to successfully enter and scale within the UK healthcare market (please click each tab below to read more):
Gain a clear understanding of NHS structures, decision-making processes, stakeholder engagement and routes to adoption.
Explore key legal, regulatory and compliance requirements, including data protection, intellectual property, governance and medical device regulations.
Learn about NHS procurement, funding pathways, investment opportunities and the financial considerations involved in entering the UK market.
Build meaningful connections with NHS organisations, innovation hubs, universities, investors and industry partners.
Develop strategies for evidence generation, clinical validation, market adoption and sustainable growth across the UK healthcare system.
A gateway into the UK health innovation ecosystem
Propel International is more than a learning programme. It is an opportunity to become part of a thriving innovation ecosystem.
Participants gain access to leading organisations, expert partners and a network of innovators who understand the challenges and opportunities involved in bringing healthcare innovations to market.
Since launching, Propel Healthtech has supported innovators from across Europe, North America and beyond, helping international companies build relationships, develop market-entry strategies and accelerate adoption within the NHS and wider health and care sector.
Ready to explore opportunities in the UK healthcare market? Contact our team to discuss joining or commissioning an International Boot Camp: propel@healthinnovationyh.com
