After the success of last year's edition, attended by 900 decision-makers from 23 countries, OrthoTec Europe 2013, the not-to-be-missed tradeshow for the European orthopaedic industry, offers a host of new features to attract designers and manufacturers of orthopaedic implants and instruments to Zurich.OrthoTec Europe exhibition is a technological showcase attended by international industrial experts.  With over 80 international exhibitors in attendance, the whole range of industrial partners, suppliers and developers of technologies for designing and manufacturing orthopaedic implants and instruments will be represented, from biomaterials, metalwork and plastics technologies and services, polishing techniques, finishing, packaging, and more.  This 2012 edition will also feature consultants and institutes who can assist with authorisation procedures for foreign markets.During two days, top-level conferences will focus on new trends in R&D and manufacturing, the latest regulatory changes around the world and opportunities in new markets. Thematic workshops led by experts in the field will offer an opportunity to take an in-depth look at current technical issues. This format aims to facilitate discussions between participants and reach tangible solutions. OrthoTec Europe 2012 will see the launch of the OrthoTec Investment Hub to stimulate innovative projects in orthopaedics. This new platform aims to create a breeding ground for innovative projectsand to facilitate partnerships between patent holders, companies and international investors with a particular interest in the orthopaedic industry.