Community pharmacy in Scotland continues to evolve at pace. Teams are taking on more clinical responsibilities than ever before, embracing new technologies and responding to changing patient expectations, all while navigating ongoing financial pressures.
So where can pharmacy teams find the ideas, products and expertise to help them move forward?
The Scottish Pharmacy Trade & Retail Show brings together suppliers, service providers and industry experts from across the sector, making it the ideal place to explore solutions to some of community pharmacy’s biggest challenges.
1. Delivering more with fewer resources
As workloads increase and pharmacies continue to expand the services they provide, finding ways to work smarter has never been more important.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the latest PMR systems, dispensing technology, automation, workflow software, digital health solutions, robotics, stock management tools and business support services designed to improve efficiency, reduce pressure on teams and create more time for patient care.
2. Growing sustainable income
With financial pressures continuing to affect the sector, many pharmacies are looking at new ways to diversify their income and future proof their businesses.
The exhibition will showcase companies specialising in private clinical services, prescribing support, travel health, weight management, retail products, OTC brands, buying groups, wholesaling, business consultancy and pharmacy services, giving visitors the opportunity to discover practical ways to increase revenue while continuing to deliver excellent patient care.
3. Preparing for the future of pharmacy
Community pharmacy is changing rapidly, with advances in technology, evolving NHS services and increasing patient expectations reshaping the profession.
Whether you’re looking to invest in new technology, cybersecurity, workforce development, finance, insurance, recruitment, digital marketing, training, patient engagement platforms or business management solutions, the exhibition provides an opportunity to speak directly with the organisations helping pharmacies prepare for the future.
One visit. Countless ideas.
Whether you’re looking to improve efficiency, develop new services, strengthen your business or simply stay up to date with the latest innovations, the Scottish Pharmacy Trade & Retail Show offers the opportunity to discover practical solutions, hear from industry experts and make valuable new connections.
The Scottish Pharmacy Trade & Retail Show takes place on 15th – 16th September at the Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa, Grangemouth. Registration is free for pharmacy professionals.
Planning your visit
The Scottish Pharmacy Trade & Retail Show takes place on 15th - 16th September 2026 at the Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa, Grangemouth.
- Free entry for pharmacy professionals
- Attend for a couple of hours, half a day or both days
- Speaker sessions across both days
- Free Lunch for the first 100 registrations
- Social Dinner on Wednesday evening, booking required
