Modular Operating Theatres

Looking to boost surgical capacity without the delays of traditional construction? Designed to NHS clinical standards our high-spec modular operating theatres deliver cutting-edge surgical environments with rapid installation and minimal disruption.

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Modular Operating Theatre Rental For Short and Long-Term Needs

Need operating theatre space that meets current clinical demand? Operating theatre hire helps healthcare providers overcome capacity issues fast. Fully compliant with NHS standards, our rental theatre environments can be bespoke and designed to meet all surgical specialisations, and can be provided for short or long-term rental periods depending on need.

General Anaesthetic Theatres Orthopaedic Theatres Day Surgery Other Surgery Theatres

General Anaesthetic Theatres

Our modular operating theatre design aligns to a general anaesthetic (GA) specification as standard, offering everything needed for complex procedures in a safe, compliant environment. Each unit includes a rooftop plantroom or deck housing air-handling, heating and cooling systems designed in line with HTM03-01.

Inside, the theatre is fitted out to Group 1 clinical standards with anaesthetic pendants, surgeon’s control panels, operating lamps and more. A typical GA suite includes a 54m² operating room, anaesthetic room, scrub area, dirty utility, corridor access to other areas (such as wards and imaging facilities), and a lay-up prep room.

Orthopaedic Theatres

Orthopaedic procedures demand ultra-clean environments, which is why these modular theatres are fitted with a laminar flow canopy for controlled airflow and contamination control. The layout closely follows that of a general anaesthetic theatre, with the key difference being a sterile pack store replacing the lay-up prep area.

This design helps surgical packs to be opened directly under the sterile air stream, improving patient safety and aligning with best-practice standards. With built-in ventilation, sterile storage and high-quality finishes, our orthopaedic theatres offer safe operational spaces for everything from trauma to joint replacement.

Day Surgery

Our day surgery theatres are designed to meet high patient turnover while maintaining full clinical functionality. These modular facilities are used across multiple specialisms, from general surgery to ophthalmology, and can range from a single theatre to multi-theatre cores.

We work closely with healthcare providers to create bespoke spaces tailored to patient flow and clinical need. The process includes detailed consultation, design iteration and full technical sign-off, including room data sheets and layout drawings. All day surgery units can be designed with GA, orthopaedic or ophthalmic capabilities.

Other Surgery Theatres

All of our modular theatres can be adapted for more specialist surgical applications. This could include integrating lead-lined panels for procedures involving X-ray equipment and other modular imaging facilities, or using laser-safe materials for doors and vision panels where laser systems are in use.

Special adaptations can also be made for disciplines like ophthalmology and plastic surgery. Options include installing concrete floors to reduce vibration for sensitive equipment or adjust the structure to accommodate ceiling-mounted systems. Air-handling can also be modified to maintain specific conditions such as higher humidity levels.

NHS Frameworks

Our modular operating theatres are available through recognised NHS procurement frameworks, including Crown Commercial Services (CCS), Shared Business Services (SBS) and NHS Commercial Solutions. These routes offer a compliant, streamlined way to procure facilities quickly and efficiently.

HBN and HTM Compliant

All facilities are designed in line with NHS guidance to meet clinical safety and performance standards. This includes HBN26 for surgical procedures, HTM03/01 for specialised ventilation and HTM02/01 for medical gas pipeline systems.

Flexible Finance

We offer a range of flexible funding routes, including hire, managed service and activity-based revenue solutions. These agreements can combine design, installation and upkeep of the facility into one monthly fee and can also include medical equipment if required.

Maintenance

Our comprehensive maintenance offering covers everything needed to keep your modular theatre operating at peak efficiency. We help lower operating costs, reduce emissions and ensure your building remains in top condition.

From order to delivery in 10 weeks

Immediately Available Operating Theatres

Expand your surgical capacity fast with operating theatres construction delivered in as little as 10 weeks. These high-spec units integrate with your existing estate and can be hired short or long-term to ease pressure, add capacity or support refurbishments. With over 120 facilities delivered across the UK, we offer clear routes to funding and implementation in your hospital or trust, including managed service agreements and activity-based revenue solutions, making it easier to scale in line with demand.

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Rapid Deployment

Built to permanent standards but designed for flexible deployment – ideal during facility renovations or as a strategic stopgap while awaiting new hospital construction as part of the New Hospital Programme.

Providing surgical capacity

Reducing financial strain

Enhancing operational efficiency

Minimising maintenance burden

Improving patient care

How do we build our facilities?

Rigor, Quality And Sustainability

Internal Walls

Wall fabric is inherently 60-minute fire rated as a standard construction (rating achieved through appropriate door installation or service penetration).

Roof Structure

Non-combustible materials have been used in the roof construction to achieve a 60-minute fire rating.

Vibration

Our substantial floor chassis limits vibrations and achieves HTM08-01 compliant floor response factors.

Thermal Insulation

Our no compromise construction and material specifications mean our building U-values and air permeability performance go well beyond the requirements for Building Control. This allows for a comfortable patient environment and improves sustainability by reducing the heating and cooling requirements throughout the year.

Acoustic

Our market-defining facilities are designed to keep room and corridor noise to a minimum.

External Envelope

Constructed from non-combustible materials and has a 60-minute in-to-out and out-to-in fire rating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are your operating theatres compliant with NHS standards?

Yes. All our theatre solutions are fully compliant with relevant HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) and HBN (Health Building Notes) standards, as well as CQC and infection control requirements.

Can we customise the theatre layout and specification?

Absolutely. Our modular operating theatres are fully customisable – from layout, internal finishes, and M&E systems to specialist medical equipment. We work with you to design a space that supports your clinical workflow.

Can we use your modular theatres while our existing theatres are being refurbished?

Yes. Many NHS trusts use our theatres as decant solutions to maintain surgical capacity during refurbishment works. These units can be delivered with adjacent recovery areas, scrub, prep, and ancillary support spaces.

Do you offer equipment and fit-out, or do we need to source that separately?

We offer a full turnkey solution, including specialist medical equipment, M&E systems, HTM-compliant finishes, and complete internal fit-out. We can also work with your preferred suppliers if needed.

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