The Pharmacy Show 2026: An Unforgettable Event for Avonnex
The Pharmacy Show 2026 brought pharmacy professionals together at the NEC Birmingham on 11–12 October, providing an opportunity to explore new developments, exchange ideas and discuss the future of community pharmacy. Avonnex was there on stand C50, showcasing pharmacy automation technology and meeting people from across the industry.
As a UK and Ireland distributor of pharmacy automation solutions, Avonnex works with pharmacies to find technology that suits their dispensing needs, available space and day-to-day workflows. The event provided an opportunity to introduce visitors to our solutions, answer questions and have conversations about how automation could support their pharmacies.
Showcasing pharmacy automation technology
Throughout the event, visitors had the opportunity to learn more about SINTESI, an original-pack dispensing robot designed to help pharmacies manage the picking of medication more efficiently.
Pharmacy layouts and dispensing requirements vary considerably, so choosing an automation solution involves more than simply looking at capacity. Available floor space, the volume of medication handled, and the way a pharmacy operates all play an important role. SINTESI offers different configurations to help accommodate individual requirements, making it a solution worth exploring for pharmacies considering automation.
We also showcased Celia MDS, a robotic solution for preparing monitored dosage system (MDS) blister packs. For pharmacies providing this service, automation can help support the preparation process and the handling of regular medication packs.
Alongside these solutions, we were able to discuss other technologies within the Avonnex offering, including QuickAir, a pneumatic tube system for transporting items around a pharmacy, and QuickPick24, a collection solution connected to the SINTESI dispensing robot that allows patients to collect their medication outside normal opening hours.
Each pharmacy has its own priorities, and these conversations help us understand what matters most to the people who use and manage these services.
Conversations with pharmacy professionals
The Pharmacy Show is about more than the technology on display. It is also an opportunity to meet pharmacists, industry partners and other professionals, hear about their experiences and discuss the challenges they face.
Our team enjoyed welcoming visitors to stand C50, answering questions and exploring how pharmacy automation could fit into different working environments. From space considerations to dispensing processes, these discussions help make sure that solutions are considered in the context of real pharmacy needs.
The event also provided an opportunity to catch up with familiar faces and strengthen relationships across the pharmacy industry. Building these connections is an important part of understanding the sector and continuing to support pharmacies as their requirements evolve.
A place to stop, talk and connect
This year, we also created the Avonnex Lounge on our stand, offering visitors a relaxed space to stop for a coffee, enjoy a mocktail and have a conversation with our team.
With plenty happening across the exhibition, the lounge gave visitors another reason to spend time with us and catch up away from the busy show floor. It was a chance to make connections in a more informal setting while continuing the conversations taking place throughout the event.
We were also pleased to connect with members of the Independent Pharmacy Contractors Network (IPCN) and other familiar faces from the industry. Events like this provide valuable opportunities to maintain relationships and share perspectives on the future of pharmacy.
Looking back at The Pharmacy Show 2026
From showcasing pharmacy automation solutions to meeting pharmacy professionals and industry partners, The Pharmacy Show 2026 was a valuable opportunity for the Avonnex team to connect with the sector.
Thank you to everyone who visited us on stand C50, took the time to speak with our team or stopped by the Avonnex Lounge. We appreciated the conversations, questions and interest throughout the two days.
If you are exploring pharmacy automation and would like to understand which solutions could suit your pharmacy, the Avonnex team is happy to help. Whether you are considering an original-pack dispensing robot, MDS automation or ways to improve the movement and collection of medication, we can discuss your requirements and help you explore the available options.
Interested in pharmacy automation? Contact Avonnex to start a conversation about your pharmacy, your space and the solutions that could work for you.
