Editor's letter

Welcome to the latest issue of the Medical Technology magazine 

The Dominican Republic is emerging as a growing force in the medical device manufacturing sector.

This month's cover feature examines the rising appeal of the nation as it emerges as a nearshoring hub for global medtech firms seeking supply chain resilience and cost efficiency in the post-pandemic landscape.

Also in this issue, we look at the growing capsule endoscopy market and the prospects and hurdles surrounding its potential to supersede the traditional endoscopy market in the near-term future. Meanwhile, another feature evaluates the way in which ESG compliance is having an appreciable impact on reshaping partnerships in medical device manufacturing.

Don't miss our analyst comments on the life-saving impact of blood deliveries by drone, and the stagnation of STI screening in the US.

All this and the latest medtech industry news, comment, and analysis from GlobalData.

Ross Law, deputy editor