Investment targets medical innovation in high-growth medtech space

Graham Partners has acquired Irish-headquartered Smithstown Light Engineering (SLE), signalling strong momentum in the outsourced medical device manufacturing market. With production hubs in Ireland and Poland, SLE brings advanced capabilities in endoscopic, orthopaedic and vascular components—key areas aligned with rising global demand for minimally invasive surgery and ageing population care.

The deal enables Graham Partners to deepen its footprint in the medtech supply chain, leveraging past investments in US-based manufacturers Velosity and Medbio. With its precision engineering and product development expertise, SLE is well-positioned to capitalise on sector growth and evolving healthcare delivery models.

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