Smith+Nephew awarded contract to provide Negative Pressure Wound Therapy systems to the United States Department of Defense

Core Insights - Smith+Nephew has been awarded a 10-year contract worth up to $75 million by the U.S. Department of Defense to provide its RENASYS TOUCH Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Systems [1][8] - The RENASYS TOUCH NPWT System is designed for clinical efficacy and operational fitness, including portability and an intuitive interface, allowing for individualized patient care [2][5] - The system will support military medical providers in various care settings, including prolonged casualty care and aeromedical transport [2][5] Group 1 - The RENASYS TOUCH NPWT System is manufactured in the United States, emphasizing local production [2] - The system is intended to simplify negative pressure wound therapy for military applications, addressing the complexities of future conflicts [5] - Smith+Nephew has a historical commitment to military medical needs, dating back to World War I, and continues to innovate in wound care [6][10] Group 2 - In 2024, Smith+Nephew entered into a Master Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research to enhance wound and burn care in military settings [6] - The company generated annual sales of $5.8 billion in 2024 and operates in around 100 countries, indicating a strong global presence [11]