A Welsh company that has developed a groundbreaking non-invasive continuous glucose monitor has been shortlisted for a prestigious accolade at the Wales Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Awards 2025.
Monmouthshire-based Afon Technology is a finalist for Company of the Year (Under 50 employees). The nomination recognises its pioneering work in diabetes care, including the development of what it calls the world’s first non-invasive wearable blood glucose indicator, Glucowear™.
Designed to transform the daily lives of people with diabetes, Glucowear™ eliminates the need for needles in monitoring blood sugar levels. Worn on the inside of the wrist, the indicator transmits real-time data via Bluetooth to a companion app. The app tracks blood glucose trends, provides alerts for high or low levels and offers insights into overall health patterns.
The nomination highlights the significant impact of the company’s technology, marking a major step forward in accessible, non-invasive diabetes care.
“Being recognized by the Wales STEM Awards is a huge honor for our team,” said Afon Technology CEO Sabih Chaudhry. “Our mission has always been to make diabetes management simpler, safer and completely needle-free, and this nomination reflects the real-world impact our technology is having on people’s lives.”
“We are proud to be leading the way in non-invasive glucose monitoring and demonstrating what Welsh innovation can achieve on a global stage,” he added.
Unlike current continuous glucose monitoring devices, Afon Technology’s indicator does not penetrate the skin. This will make it easier to manage the condition and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications such as heart attack, stroke, blindness and kidney failure.
The company hopes to win the race against global tech giants like Apple, Samsung, and Google, which are also rumored to be developing similar devices. Preliminary clinical research gives hope that a device like this could become a reality in the near future.
The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday, October 16, at the Mercure Holland House Hotel in Cardiff.
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