MEDevice Boston 2026 | MedTech Innovation Expo
HazMat Safety Consulting
Join Industry Expert Ryan Paquet for Critical Insights on Lithium Battery Regulations and their Impact on Battery-Powered Medical Devices
Medical device manufacturers and innovators: Don’t miss this essential session on the evolving global regulations shaping the safe transport of lithium battery-powered devices. As lithium-ion technology powers more life-saving and life-sustaining medical innovations, understanding international compliance is key to avoiding disruptions, ensuring patient safety, and bringing products to market faster.
Session Title: The Global Logistics of Lithium Battery-Powered Devices
Presenter: Ryan Paquet, President, HazMat Safety Consulting (part of Americase International)
Day & Time: Thursday, August 26th from 12:30pm
Location: Innovation Spotlight Theater 1.0 (Boston Convention & Exhibition Center)
Learn more: MEDevice Boston 2026 | The Global Logistics of Lithium Battery-Powered Devices
Ryan Paquet Bio
Ryan Paquet brings over 20 years of leadership in hazardous materials transportation safety, regulatory policy, and international standards development. Formerly Director of the Approvals and Permits Division at PHMSA (U.S. Department of Transportation), he has represented the U.S. at the UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods and led global efforts on lithium battery standards. He is actively involved with the Medical Device Transport Council (MDTC), UN Informal Working Group on Lithium Batteries, and co-author of Mastering Lithium-Ion Battery Safety.
Session Description
The Medical Device Transport Council (MDTC) holds observer status at the United Nations Subcommittee of Experts for the Transport of Dangerous Goods and actively participates in its working groups on lithium battery classification and transport. An ongoing working group is developing a comprehensive framework that will influence testing, classification, and global transport requirements for lithium batteries and powered devices. In this focused 45-minute session, Ryan Paquet will unpack the current work of the UN Subcommittee, key proposed changes, and their direct implications for medical device manufacturers. Attendees will gain actionable insights on compliance strategies, risk mitigation, and how to navigate these developments to maintain efficient global supply chains while prioritizing safety and innovation.
Key Topics Include:
- Latest updates from the UN Subcommittee and MDTC initiatives
- Impacts on testing, classification, and shipping of lithium battery-powered medical devices
- Practical considerations for manufacturers, including state-of-charge, packaging, and exemptions
- Strategies to align with evolving international standards (UN, DOT, IATA, ICAO, and more)
- Real-world examples and forward-looking recommendations for lithium battery-powered medical device compliance
Why Attend This Session?
- Stay ahead of regulatory shifts that could affect product design, testing, logistics, and time-to-market
- Learn directly from a former PHMSA leader and UN delegate with deep lithium-ion and medical device transport expertise
- Network with peers facing similar challenges in the Innovation Spotlight Theater environment
- Gain practical takeaways to strengthen your supply chain resilience amid growing demands for lithium power
This session is ideal for regulatory affairs professionals, quality engineers, supply chain managers, product developers, and medical technology executives responsible for global commercialization of battery-powered devices.
FAQs
Q: Who should attend this session?
A: Professionals involved in the design, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, or global logistics of lithium battery-powered medical devices. It’s especially valuable for teams preparing for upcoming UN framework changes.
Q: What makes this session timely?
A: Ongoing UN working groups are actively shaping new rules on lithium battery classification and transport. These changes will have worldwide ripple effects on medical device shipping, testing requirements, and patient access to critical technologies.
Q: Will the session cover specific regulatory bodies or standards?
A: Yes. Ryan will address the UN Subcommittee, MDTC efforts, and alignments with DOT, IATA, ICAO, and other key frameworks, with emphasis on practical application for lithium-ion battery-powered medical devices.
Q: Is there an opportunity for audience interaction?
A: Absolutely. The session format includes dedicated time for Q&A, allowing attendees to ask specific questions relevant to their products or markets.
Q: How does this connect to broader MedTech innovation?
A: Safe, compliant logistics enable faster innovation and global deployment of advanced medical technologies including those powered by lithium-ion batteries. Understanding these regulations helps teams focus on design and patient outcomes rather than compliance roadblocks.