The BIO International Convention (BIO) is the largest and most comprehensive event for biotechnology, representing the full ecosystem of biotech with 20,000 industry leaders from across the globe.

What types of businesses should apply?

Global Victoria invites applications from Victorian Health and Life Sciences companies and research institutes from the following areas:

• Medical Research / Drug Development
• Biotechnology
• Medical Technology
• Clinical Trial Service Providers

Why you should apply

The US market represents the largest opportunity for growth and development for Victorian companies working within the Health and Life Sciences sector.

The BIO International Convention 2025 Trade Mission aims to help companies make vital connections and build relationships with industry leaders—from the US and other key global markets.

This year marks our 23rd trade mission to BIO—backed by a long history of success and generating extensive business, both during and after the event.

BIO connects companies and institutions with the US Health and Life Sciences ecosystem, facilitating:

• research collaborations
• business partnerships
• clinical trial attraction
• commercialisation opportunities

Why Boston?

Boston, Massachusetts, is a global leader in the Health and Life Sciences industry, spanning the spectrum from research and development to world-renowned healthcare corporations.

Boston's concentration of renowned universities, including MIT and Harvard, and its thriving Life Sciences sector, with over 46,000 employees and 21,000 students, makes it a world leader in Higher Education and scientific research.

What's included?

• One General Access pass per company (limited availability and eligibility criteria apply)
• Discounted access passes (limited availability and eligibility criteria apply)
• Site Visit Program (limited availability, and additional cost applies)
• Networking events (limited availability)

What's not included?

It is the participants responsibility to manage and fund the following:

• Airfares
• Accommodation
• Visas
• Insurance
• Activities outside of trade mission events
• On-ground transport such as taxis, Ubers or public transport
• Living and personal expenses

Our terms and conditions

Familiarise yourself with Global Victoria's terms and conditions for participation in our trade mission program.

Contact us

For more information about this trade mission, please contact Libby Kruse, Trade Manager, Health and Life Sciences.