The hospital Nürnberg has been committed to sustainability and resource conservation in patient care for over 20 years. As one of Europe’s largest municipal hospitals, with more than 8,400 employees and over 2,000 beds, the hospital follows a clear strategy: reducing...
Plastic Waste Pollutes the Oceans Plastic pollution is one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time. On average, 9 million tons of plastic enter the world’s oceans each year. Coastal regions without proper waste management infrastructure are...
The decision to adopt sustainable and economically viable practices is gaining momentum across the EU healthcare sector. As of January 1, 2025, Danish healthcare facilities can now use reprocessed single-use medical devices. The country officially notified the...
We are relieved and pleased by this groundbreaking decision. It confirms that evidence-based arguments and proven safety standards will continue to set the benchmark for medical innovation,” says Ulrike Marczak, CEO of Vanguard AG. “This ensures the...
1. Environmental sustainability: Taking responsibility for the Planet As a manufacturer of remanufactured medical devices, resource conservation is a top priority for us. Through remanufacturing, we extend the lifespan of medical products to maximise their use. The...
What does it mean in practice? Unlike CE reprocessing, CS reprocessing is carried out without the full obligations of the original manufacturer, as regulated by the respective national legislation. The healthcare facility retains ownership of its devices, which means...
