AXREM, the UK trade association representing suppliers of diagnostic medical imaging, radiotherapy, and healthcare IT equipment, services, and solutions, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Amethyst Connect Ltd, a leading provider of tender compliance support and solutions, specialising in sustainability. A provider of sustainable solutions for the healthcare sector, linking Social Value, Modern Slavery Requirements and Net Zero with embedded organisational processes to winning tender bids.
This collaboration marks a significant step forward in AXREM’s mission to drive innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability across the UK’s healthcare technology landscape. Over the next 12 months, AXREM and Amethyst Connect will co-develop a series of joint activities, events, and resources designed to empower members, amplify best practice, and accelerate progress toward a more resilient and environmentally responsible future.
Sustainability at the Heart of Healthcare Innovation
Sustainability is not a side initiative; it is one of AXREM’s core strategic priorities. The environmental impact of healthcare technology, from procurement to disposal, demands urgent attention and coordinated action. Through this partnership AXREM aims to support members in their journey along the NHS England Supplier Roadmap, offering solutions and guidance on how to implement the requirements in their organisations.
Further supporting members in embedding sustainability into every stage of the product lifecycle, from design and manufacturing to implementation and service delivery.
Amethyst Connect brings deep expertise in sustainability, offering practical frameworks and tools that help organisations reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and meet evolving regulatory standards. Together, AXREM and Amethyst Connect will champion a shared vision: that innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand to deliver long-term value for patients, providers, and the planet.
Driving Sector-Wide Transformation
This partnership will also focus on:
- Curated events and workshops that explore sustainable procurement, digital transformation, and ESG reporting.
- Thought leadership and publications to raise awareness and share actionable insights.
- Member engagement initiatives that foster collaboration and showcase success stories across the sector.
Sarah Joy Newton, Amethyst Connect Ltd said:
It is a privilege to partner with AXREM to support members in an industry I am so passionate about. As a qualified nurse and previous medical sales representative, and now with Amethyst Connect, I have worked for and with the NHS my whole career.
Together with AXREM we aim to provide guidance and solutions to members that support their pathway to a Net Zero future, while they continue to provide products and services that improve and support best patient outcomes and well-being, enhanced by the addition of Social Value and sustainability to their delivery.
Sally Edgington, AXREM CEO said: "We are delighted to partner with Amethyst Connect at a time when sustainability and innovation must be central to every conversation about healthcare technology. This collaboration reflects AXREM’s commitment to supporting our members not only in delivering cutting-edge solutions, but in doing so responsibly, ethically, and with long-term impact in mind. Together, we will help shape a future where healthcare technology is smarter, greener, and more inclusive."
This partnership is a testament to AXREM’s belief that meaningful change is possible when industry leaders unite around shared values and bold ambitions. As the NHS and wider health system face growing pressures, AXREM remains committed to supporting transformation through strategic collaboration, sector leadership, and a relentless focus on sustainability. The partnership will run until 31 July 2026, with both organisations committed to delivering value for members and the wider healthcare community.
Note:
AXREM members supply the majority of diagnostic medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment installed in UK hospitals. In doing so, our member companies and their employees work side by side with Radiologists, Radiographers, Practitioners, Oncologists and a wide range of healthcare professionals in delivering healthcare to patients using our technologies.
Our members therefore have unique knowledge, experience and insight into the workflow and challenges faced by healthcare professionals on a day-to-day basis, which enables us to develop and offer innovative solutions to improve the speed and quality of diagnostic procedures and treatments with our ultimate aim of improving patient care.
Although our members operate in a highly competitive commercial environment and in strict conformity with UK laws and regulations, certain issues such as this require focus and resolution on an industry-wide basis.
For further information about this press release please contact AXREM Chief Executive Officer – Sally Edgington
AXREM, Rotherwick House, 3 Thomas More Street, London, E1W 1YZ
E sally.edgington@axrem.org.uk
T 07717 058649
About Amethyst Connect Ltd
Amethyst Connect Ltd provides digital solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Its flagship platform, TrackMyCarbon, enables organisations to monitor, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint, supporting the global movement towards net-zero goals.
