KernelMed and Philips celebrate their 20th anniversary of partnership
On May 10, 2024, the twentieth anniversary celebration of the collaboration between KernelMed and Philips (China) Investment Co., Ltd. (formerly Philips Lighting) was grandly held at the KernelMed headquarters. Over the past two decades, both parties have joined hands and made brilliant contributions to the field of phototherapy. The event, centered around a celebratory ceremony, delved into the next steps of their cooperation strategy and broader collaborative opportunities, further solidifying the strategic partnership between KernelMed and Philips.
Philips Global Special Light Source Product and Sales Manager, Emile van Dijk, along with Gavin Liu, the Special Light Source Sales Manager for Philips China, Seryna Gu, the Special Light Source Sales Manager for Philips China, Jasmine Yan, the Senior Product Manager for Special Light Sources in Philips China, and Adrian Deng, the Senior Engineer for Special Light Sources in Philips China, joined KernelMed General Manager Zhao Wei, the Director of Research and Development, heads of the procurement and e-commerce departments, and other relevant teams from both sides in this celebration. This also marked the first stop of the 2024 China tour for the Philips Global Special Light Source Inspection Team. With several high-level executives gathered, they reminisced about their collaborative journey, envisioned a brighter future, and embarked on a new chapter of cooperation.
Philips, as a global leader in lighting, founded under the name Philips in Eindhoven, Netherlands, boasts a brand history of over 130 years. Presently, its business footprint spans across more than 70 countries and regions globally, covering professional lighting, consumer lighting, and IoT lighting. In 2022, Philips recorded a sales revenue of €7.5 billion. With over 35,000 employees worldwide, the company is committed to unlocking the extraordinary potential of lighting and creating a "bright life, beautiful world."
Since its establishment in 1997, KernelMed has adhered to the development philosophy of "technology-oriented, quality-first," valuing collaboration with outstanding partners in the industry. As a pioneer in the field of phototherapy, KernelMed has always been customer-oriented, with autonomous innovation at its core, crafting high-quality products and continuously driving the development of medical technology. With Philips being a global leader in the field of special light sources, their advanced technology, outstanding product quality, and ethos of continuous innovation align perfectly with KernelMed's development goals. It is based on this consensus and trust that the two parties have weathered the storms of two decades, co-writing a legend in the field of phototherapy. Over the past twenty years, Philips has provided solid support and strong impetus for KernelMed's R&D and innovation in phototherapy products. KernelMed's independently developed phototherapy products are widely used in clinical diagnosis and treatment, home smart medical care, and have gained widespread recognition in global markets, delivering more efficient and safer treatment solutions to users worldwide, truly creating value through technological innovation.
As the event drew to a close, Emile van Dijk, the Global Special Light Source Product and Sales Manager of Philips, presented KernelMed with the "Elite Cooperation Partner Authorization Certificate." The acquisition of this honor fully demonstrates KernelMed's important position among Philips' partners and includes the beautiful expectations for even closer cooperation between the two parties in the future. Apart from the celebratory activities, the Philips team also visited KernelMed's product exhibition hall and research and development base, giving high praise to KernelMed's innovative achievements in the field of phototherapy and one-stop solutions. Representatives from both sides also engaged in discussions, exploring current trends in the medical device industry and delving into in-depth discussions on future cooperation directions and scopes.
Looking ahead, KernelMed and Philips will continue to deepen their cooperation, jointly exploring new technologies and developments in the phototherapy market. Both parties will leverage their respective advantages, delve into industry demands, achieve mutual innovation through close collaboration, and contribute more to the cause of human health. Meanwhile, they will also strengthen cooperation and interaction globally, jointly promoting the progress and development of medical technology, and delivering higher-quality products, services, and superior medical experiences to users worldwide.
Collaboration is an act of innovation, pragmatism, and mutual benefit. KernelMed sincerely looks forward to joining hands with more partners for mutual advancement and win-win cooperation!
