United Imaging Clears CE Mark for First Dual Wide-Coverage CT Systems in Europe
Event summary
- United Imaging received CE Mark certification for the uCT SiriuX and uCT SiriuX Ultrix CT systems on September 3, 2026.
- The systems feature a Twin-Ring Gantry architecture with dual-wide 16 cm Ultrix detectors and two liquid-metal-bearing X-ray tubes.
- Key capabilities include synchronized whole-organ dynamic imaging, ultra-high-resolution imaging, and whole-body spectral imaging.
- Stefan Ulzheimer, General Manager of CT at United Imaging Healthcare Europe, highlighted the platform's novel architecture and clinical potential.
The big picture
United Imaging's CE Mark approval positions it as a disruptor in the high-end CT market, where wide-coverage and spectral imaging capabilities are increasingly valued for their diagnostic precision. The certification aligns with broader industry trends toward advanced imaging technologies that enhance early disease detection and treatment planning. The company's focus on Europe follows its expansion strategy in other global markets, signaling a push to establish its innovative CT platforms as clinical standards.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly European clinical partners integrate the SiriuX systems into diagnostic workflows.
- Competitive Response
- Whether established CT manufacturers like Siemens Healthineers or GE Healthcare accelerate their own wide-coverage CT developments.
- Revenue Impact
- The pace at which United Imaging can convert CE Mark approval into commercial sales and revenue growth.
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