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Distance should never stand between a patient and the care they require, says Armando Cipparano, president of Assistiamo Te. Rightly so, his company, Italy’s foremost long-distance medical transport provider, is a lifeline for patients needing world-class medical journeys beyond borders. Whether intra-country or across continents, Assistiamo Te ensures every journey is meticulously planned and seamlessly executed, proving that no distance is too far when health is the priority. But its mission goes far beyond providing ambulances, medical flights or taxi services. True to its name—meaning “assisting you”—the company redefines medical transport by weaving exceptional care into every step ... Read more
Medical transportation is not just about moving patients—it’s about ensuring every aspect of their transfer is handled with care and precision. Aeropartner embodies this approach through its bed-to-bed air service, where every step of the journey is carefully designed to prioritize the patient’s comfort and quality of life. From the initial bedside pickup to the final safe arrival at the receiving hospital, Aeropartner’s team of experienced professionals manages every aspect of ... Read more
Med4U is a lifeline for patients in a medical emergency where every second counts. Specializing in air and ground medical transport, it serves as a critical link, swiftly connecting patients to urgent care with expertise and unmatched reliability. From cross-border repatriations and high-risk events to home visits and palliative care, Med4U guarantees continuous access to medical care— anytime, anywhere—while upholding the highest quality and full accountability for outcomes. “We choose the sa... Read more
Thomas Bjarnt, Transformation Specialist, Falck
Ali Kheirandish, VP of Supply Chain Contracting, U.S. Renal Care
Roger Staff, Head of Imaging Physics, NHS Grampian
Emma Spellman, Chief Operating Officer, the London Clinic
Jarrid Pike, MSEM, Director of Emergency Management and Preparedness, UMass Memorial Medical Center
Matjaz Tavcar, Project Manager At The University Medical Centre Ljubljana
Advancing Patient Mobility
Reports state that the global medical transport services market, valued at $46.07 billion in 2023 is estimated to grow to $78.95 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 8 percent.
A slew of tech developments are fueling this growth. AI-powered scheduling and predictive analytics are optimizing routes, reducing delays and improving overall efficiency. Telehealth integration allows real-time coordination between transport teams and healthcare providers, enhancing patient care during transit. Automated dispatch systems and IoT-enabled medical transport vehicles are improving safety, reliability and accessibility.
This edition of Healthcare Business Review Europe brings recent developments in the medical transportation sector and insights into how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping patient mobility.
It features thought leadership articles from industry experts, including Matjaž Tavčar, project manager at University Medical Centre Ljubljana, who explores the role of professional development, effective communication and collaboration in enhancing healthcare quality. He also discusses the emerging healthcare trends like digital transformation, AI and sustainability. Ahmed Hans, patient safety intelligence manager at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust discusses the impact of technological advancements, particularly the shift from paper-based incident reporting to electronic systems, which significantly improved reporting efficiency and overall patient safety culture.
We hope this edition featuring the Top Medical Transportation Services in Europe of 2025 helps you build the partnership your organization needs to sharpen its competitive edge in the evolving healthcare landscape.