Aircraft Medical puts Competitors on Notice of 70 Patents and Design Rights in Key Video Laryngoscope Markets

EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Aircraft Medical ("Aircraft"), the fast growing medical devices company, has put several international video laryngoscope manufacturers and distributors on notice of over 70 published patents and design rights in key markets including the US, Japan, China and Europe.

Aircraft Medical has a unique and broad video laryngoscope related patent portfolio, which underpins its McGRATH® product range and award winning innovations that helped it achieve the market penetration it has today, as well as its future products. This notification process is about Aircraft Medical proactively taking steps to ensure that its Intellectual Property rights are observed.

The Company is currently experiencing record laryngoscope sales and has recently won major tenders in both the US hospital and EMS sectors.

Matt McGrath, CEO of Aircraft Medical said "We are seeing exponential growth of our newest product lines. Alongside this we continue to invest in our intellectual property portfolio and remain committed to protecting our rights. With our leading product portfolio, robust IP position and strong network of distribution partners we believe we have a unique and a growing position in our market."

About Aircraft Medical

Aircraft Medical is a specialist developer and producer of high quality medical devices and is focussed on the needs of anaesthesia and critical care professionals around the world. Aircraft Medical is recognised as a founding member of the rapidly emerging video laryngoscope market with its McGRATH® video laryngoscope products sold globally. The Company is committed to expanding its product range and markets in the coming years, and to building a significant new brand in healthcare.

For further information visit http://www.aircraftmedical.com