GLASGOW, Scotland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 28, 2026--
Ultrasonic surgery specialist Nami Surgical has appointed Nikki Palfrey as CEO while completing its latest investment round. The company is targeting the global robotic-assisted surgery market with its pioneering ultrasonic technology, with the funding supporting the company’s transition from advanced development to commercialisation.
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Nami develops high-performance miniaturised ultrasonic scalpels; its platform has been engineered for integration into articulated, wristed surgical robotic instruments, addressing growing demand for compatibility with next-generation robotic systems. The robotic-assisted surgery market is forecast to reach over $25 billion by 2030.
Nikki Palfrey, who has been a Non-executive Director at Nami since 2023, brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the MedTech sector, leading businesses such as Summit Medical and BOWA Medical UK through growth, transformation, and global expansion. As CEO, Palfrey will lead Nami’s commercial strategy and partner engagement as the company progresses towards market entry. Co-founder Nico Fenu moves to the COO role at Nami, the University of Glasgow spinout he founded alongside CTO Rebecca Cleary in 2021.
Nikki Palfrey, Nami Surgical CEO, said: “Nami is exceptionally well positioned to become a leading force in the robotic-assisted surgery market. Building on the strong foundations established by Nico, Rebecca, and the entire team, I am excited to lead the company as we enter an exciting new chapter focused on innovation, scale, and long-term value creation.”
Nico Fenu, Co-founder and COO of Nami Surgical, said: “As founders, Rebecca and I are incredibly proud of how far Nami has come. We are excited about the opportunities ahead in a rapidly growing global market and remain deeply committed to our mission of improving patient outcomes worldwide.”
Nami recently completed its latest investment, a £1.9 million round led by Eos Advisory with participation from the Investment Fund for Scotland managed by Maven Capital Partners (and delivered by the British Business Bank ), and Scottish Enterprise.
Current US-based adviser David O’Reilly has been formally appointed as Eos Advisory’s Investor Director and joins Nami’s board, which is chaired by Albert Nicholl. O’Reilly brings deep experience in scaling high-growth technology businesses and strengthens the company’s strategic and governance capabilities as Nami moves towards commercial execution.
David O’Reilly said: “Nami’s miniaturised ultrasonic platform is exactly the kind of enabling breakthrough that can reshape the competitive landscape in robotic surgery and notably marks a gap in the portfolios of the major medical robotic companies in the space.”
For more information, please visit: https://www.namisurgical.com/
Left to right are Nico Fenu, Nikki Palfrey, and Rebecca Cleary of Nami Surgical
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Novak Djokovic was the first to admit he's lucky to be back in the Australian Open semifinals instead of Lorenzo Musetti.
Despite being two sets down, slowed by a serious blister on his foot and already thinking about his flight home, the 24-time major winner won Wednesday's quarterfinal when fifth-seeded Musetti retired with an injury.
Musetti took the first two sets 6-4, 6-3 but needed a medical timeout for treatment on his upper right leg after being broken in the third game of the third. The 23-year-old Italian played on for almost two games but couldn’t continue.
After serving a double-fault in the fifth game to give Djokovic another breakpoint chance, Musetti wiped a hand across his face, walked toward the net and removed his headband before exchanging a handshake and quick hug.
Djokovic, who was leading the third set 3-1, will continue his bid for an 11th Australian title and a record 25th major but acknowledged he was lucky this time. He also said, it happens in tennis.
“It happened to me a few times. But being in the quarters of a Grand Slam, two sets to love up and being in full control — I mean, so unfortunate,” for Musetti, Djokovic said in an on-court TV interview. "He should have been a winner today.”
Musetti was also forced to retire from the French Open semifinals last year —- with an injured left leg — after taking a set from eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz.
“I feel really sorry for him," the 38-year-old Djokovic said. "He was a far better player — I was on my way home tonight.”
In the first set, Djokovic tried to go out hard. He took an early break and was just a point away from a 3-0 lead before Musetti responded and took control of the match.
The situation appeared to get more dire for Djokovic when he needed a medical timeout after the second set for a serious blister on the ball of his right foot.
“I tried my best yes. A blister here and there. I just wasn’t feeling the ball today due to his quality, and his variety in the game,” he said. “I’m extremely lucky.”
But in tennis, no player takes any victory for granted. Just a few days ago, Djokovic received a walkover into the quarterfinals when Jakub Mensik withdrew 24 hours ahead of their scheduled fourth-round match with an abdominal injury.
Djokovic has seen it from the other side. None more dramatic than here last year when he had to quit the Australian Open semifinals with a torn leg muscle. He was booed off the court when he retired immediately after dropping the first set against Alexander Zverev.
Djokovic will next face the winner of Wednesday's later quarterfinal between No. 8 Ben Shelton and two-time defending Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.
Ben Shelton of the U.S. reacts during his quarterfinal match against Jannik Sinner of Italy at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)
Jannik Sinner of Italy plays a backhand return to Ben Shelton of the U.S. during their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)
Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts during his quarterfinal match against Lorenzo Musetti of Italy at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)
Lorenzo Musetti of Italy plays a backhand return to Novak Djokovic of Serbia during their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)
Novak Djokovic of Serbia plays a backhand return to Lorenzo Musetti of Italy during their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)
Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts as he receives treatment to a foot injury during his quarterfinal match against Lorenzo Musetti of Italy at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara)
