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Domestic supply chain of medical protective gear
Domestic supply chain of medical protective gear
Published: 24 April 2020
The need for medical protective gear is urgent in many parts of the world. Vinnova is now funding a project to quickly create opportunities to purchase medical protective gear produced in Sweden. The project is led by Stockholms sjukhem and involves several regions and healthcare companies.
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In the first stage, it is about developing long-sleeved protective clothing for healthcare personnel in Covid-19 care. The need is also great for approved mouth guards. Relying on global deliveries currently involves a great risk-taking, as demand is high throughout the world and deliveries are uncertain.
The Swedish textile industry possesses world-leading expertise in textile production and production. Vinnova supports the work to quickly get started on a domestic supply chain of necessary material for health care with half a million kronor.
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Last updated 28 April 2020