Valquest Partners

TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France that is dedicated to the rapid development and the commercialization of revolutionary biodegradable sealants and adhesives for wound closure in the field of surgery, with a key focus on minimally invasive surgery. TISSIUM is developing products that are non-toxic, bind strongly to tissues and deliver ‘on-demand’ wound closure within the ‘wet’ and dynamic environments in the body. The Company’s technology and products are based on world-class research and intellectual property from the laboratories of Robert Langer (MIT) and Jeff Karp (Brigham & Women’s Hospital). Gecko was founded in 2013 and is backed by leading healthcare investors Omnes Capital, CM-CIC and CapDecisif Manangement.

Afyren is a sustainable chemistry company based in Saint-Beauzire, France, focused on the valorization of non-food biomass to develop environmentally friendly alternatives to petroleum-based products. Founded in 2012, the company employs innovative biotechnological processes using natural microorganisms to produce a range of bio-sourced organic acids and a high-value fertilizer. Its services extend to microbiology and bioprocess engineering, supporting various sectors including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, green chemistry, and biopolymers. Afyren's approach aligns with the principles of a circular, low-carbon economy, emphasizing the importance of waste reduction and sustainable resource utilization.