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For medical device manufacturers

Find your European distributor partner — without the noise

459+ verified independent distributors across 16 European markets. Use the free Matcher to get your ranked shortlist in 2 minutes. Or work with Fractio for hands-on partner selection backed by 9 years of operator experience.

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459+
Verified distributors
16
European countries
8
Sub-verticals
9 yrs
Operator experience
How brands use this site

From "we need a European partner" to a signed distribution agreement

Three discrete steps. Free along the way — you only pay when you want depth (a custom report) or speed (hands-on partner selection).

1

Run the Matcher (free)

6 questions about your product, EU MDR class, target countries, channel preference. Returns 10 ranked distributor matches in 2 minutes.

2

Upgrade for depth (optional)

Premium Match Report deep-dives your top 5. Country Entry Playbook gives you the procurement-side context. Custom Brief is bespoke when you need it.

3

Engage Fractio (when ready)

White-glove partner selection: reference calls, due diligence, contract negotiation. Fixed scope, fixed fee. Or fractional country manager on retainer.

Products for brands

Pay only when you want depth or speed

The directory itself is free. Everything below is optional — pay for time saved, not for access.

Free
€0

Distributor Matcher + Directory

6 questions → ranked shortlist of 10 distributors. Browse all 459+ verified profiles. Use all 9 tools (Coverage Planner, Tender Windows, Launch Cost, etc.).

You getRanked shortlist · profile pages · sector hubs · country hubs · regulatory tools.
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★ Most popular
€299 · delivered in 5 days

Premium Match Report

Custom PDF deep-dive on your top 5 matches: portfolio analysis, capacity assessment, recent M&A and partnerships, reference contacts, editorial commentary from Miguel.

You get15-25 page PDF · top-5 deep dive · reference recommendations · 1-on-1 follow-up email Q&A.
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By country
€499 · per country

Country Entry Playbook

Pre-built operational playbook for the country you're targeting: regulator process, procurement frameworks, reimbursement (where applicable), key distributors per sub-vertical, common pitfalls.

You get30-page PDF · country regulator + procurement context · curated distributor list with priority ranking · key timeline + cost benchmarks.
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Bespoke
€1.5–3K

Custom Intelligence Brief

Bespoke market entry brief for your specific product × country combination. Includes competitive landscape, target distributor mapping, reimbursement assessment, recommended go-to-market sequence.

You get15-25 page bespoke PDF · custom data analysis · 1-hour Miguel call · 2 follow-up rounds.
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High-touch
€5–30K · project

Fractio Partner Selection

White-glove partner selection: shortlist evaluation, reference calls, due diligence, contract architecture, negotiation support. Typical engagement 8-16 weeks. Fixed scope, fixed fee.

You getDedicated Miguel + Fractio team · signed Memorandum of Understanding · transition handoff.
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Recurring
€2–4K · per month

Fractional Country Manager

Dedicated commercial lead for your target market without the cost of full-time hire. Sells direct, manages distributors, or runs hybrid. Common for first 12-24 months of European entry before €3M+ revenue justifies internal hire.

You getEmbedded country manager on retainer · weekly cadence · monthly P&L · always-on commercial lead.
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MB
Why brands trust this directory — written plainly I built MedicalDeviceDistributors.com because the existing resources for evaluating European medical device distributors were out of date, paid-only, or surface-level. After 9 years running a Country Manager operation in Europe (EMS Dental Portugal — 20× revenue growth, internal case study), I've sat on both sides of every distributor conversation. The directory is free because Fractio consulting is paid. There is no commission, no referral fee, no pay-to-play ranking. When you need to go beyond a free directory, you talk to Fractio — that's the business model, written transparently. Country Manager · EMS Dental & Medical (Portuguese Affiliate). Promoted from sales rep to Country Manager in 2021. Operation grew ~20× in 7 years. Sent annually to teach the playbook in South Korea (2023) and Greece (2024).
Frequently asked

Brand FAQ

How long does it take to find a European medical device distributor?

The Matcher itself takes 2 minutes. From there, manufacturers typically spend 6-12 weeks to shortlist 3-5, do reference calls, and sign a Memorandum of Understanding. A high-touch Fractio engagement typically completes partner selection in 8-16 weeks from kickoff to signed distribution agreement.

What does a European medical device distributor cost?

Distributors charge a margin on transfer pricing, typically 25-30% for commodity consumables, 30-40% for mid-complexity, 40-50% for high-touch surgical or orthopedic, 50-60%+ for premium specialty with KOL programs. Direct sales is a fixed-cost build (€250K-€700K Year 1 per country depending on geography). See the Launch Team Cost Estimator for the breakeven analysis specific to your scenario.

Do you take commission from distributors?

No. The directory is not pay-to-play. We do not take commission from distributors when manufacturers engage them. The site is funded by Fractio consulting downstream — when manufacturers want hands-on help beyond a free directory, Fractio runs the engagement.

What's the difference between the free Matcher and the Premium Match Report?

The free Matcher returns 10 ranked candidates with high-level reasoning. The Premium Match Report (€299) is a custom PDF deep-dive on your top 5 — portfolio analysis, capacity assessment, recent M&A/partnership news, reference contact recommendations, and editorial commentary from Miguel on each one. Delivered within 5 working days of purchase.

How do you verify distributors?

Every entry passes 3 tests: (1) independent ownership — not owned by a manufacturer, (2) multi-brand third-party portfolio, (3) named distribution role in the country. Sources include national trade associations, OEM dealer-locator pages, procurement framework registries, direct site inspection. See How it works.

Which countries are covered?

16 European markets: Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Ireland, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland. These represent ~91% of total European MedTech market value.

Ready to find your European partner?

Start with the free Matcher to get your shortlist. Upgrade for depth when you need it. Talk to Fractio when you want hands-on partner selection.

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