FIP iXO DEV 8

FIP iXO DEV 8 is a private equity buyout fund managed by iXO Private Equity, an independent investment firm based in Toulouse, France. Established in 1981, iXO Private Equity specializes in investing in small and medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, including consumer goods, information technology, biotechnology, healthcare, transportation, and chemicals. The firm operates under the oversight of the Financial Market Authorities and is recognized as a leading independent private equity general partner in France. FIP iXO DEV 8 is part of iXO Private Equity's broader strategy to support the growth and development of promising companies in Western and Southern France through targeted investments.

Olivier Athanase

CEO

Sylvain Caillat

Director

Bruno De Cambiaire

Chairman

Véronique Chabert-Spaak

Director

Pierre-Yves François

Analyst

Hasnaa Hafid

Director of Investments

Nicolas Iordanov

Principal

Nicolas Iordanov

Director

Marie-Laure Joubard

Associate

Violaine Mahier

Director

Nicolas Olivès

Director

Jean-Luc Riviere

Partner

Alexandre Sagon

Managing Partner

François Sion

Analyst

33 past transactions

Exotrail

Series B in 2023
Exotrail SA, founded in 2015 and based in Palaiseau, France, specializes in developing electric propulsion systems and flight software for small satellites and their constellations. The company offers ExoMS, an innovative propulsion system designed to enable small satellite constellations to reach new orbits, and ExoOPS, a cloud-based software that aids engineers in designing and planning satellite missions. Exotrail's electric thrusters, specifically tailored for nano and micro-satellites, are utilized in various applications, including telecommunications, earth observation, and scientific research. The company's technology aims to create agile satellite constellations that enhance capabilities in these critical areas.

365Talents

Series A in 2021
365Talents is a specialized software as a service (SaaS) company founded in late 2015 and based in Lyon, France. The platform focuses on human resource management, enabling organizations to detect and mobilize employee skills in real-time. By utilizing machine learning and advanced algorithms, 365Talents assists HR teams in mapping employee skills, managing staffing for projects, and aligning workforce capabilities with organizational goals. The solution also facilitates internal mobility and recruitment, providing personalized opportunities for career development through job matching, project assignments, and training. This approach allows companies to enhance employee engagement and optimize talent utilization within their teams.

Addworking

Venture Round in 2021
Addworking SAS, established in 2015 and located in Le Bourget-du-Lac, France, specializes in providing a software as a service (SaaS) platform focused on cost and risk management. The platform facilitates the management of freelancers and service providers within organizations by streamlining the contractual processes. It ensures administrative compliance for non-salaried resources, thereby assisting clients in reducing costs associated with sourcing service providers and simplifying billing procedures. Through its comprehensive approach, Addworking enhances efficiency in managing external workforce relationships.

Farmitoo

Series A in 2021
Farmitoo SAS is an online platform based in Paris, France, that specializes in the sale of farm equipment directly from manufacturers. Established in 2017, the company provides a range of products, including agricultural machinery, workshop equipment, agricultural parts, and lifting equipment. By facilitating online purchases, Farmitoo aims to streamline the procurement process for farmers and agricultural businesses, making it easier to access essential equipment and supplies.

Exotrail

Series A in 2020
Exotrail SA, founded in 2015 and based in Palaiseau, France, specializes in developing electric propulsion systems and flight software for small satellites and their constellations. The company offers ExoMS, an innovative propulsion system designed to enable small satellite constellations to reach new orbits, and ExoOPS, a cloud-based software that aids engineers in designing and planning satellite missions. Exotrail's electric thrusters, specifically tailored for nano and micro-satellites, are utilized in various applications, including telecommunications, earth observation, and scientific research. The company's technology aims to create agile satellite constellations that enhance capabilities in these critical areas.

iskn

Venture Round in 2018
iskn is a consumer electronics company that develops and markets the slate for smart drawing. iskn is the leading pioneer in AUGMENTED INTERACTION thanks to its technology representing 24 international patents based on 60 years of deep tech R&D expertise in magnetometry at the world-renowned CEA LETI. The company’s primary mission consists in enriching the experience and facilitate interaction with the digital world by bringing back emotion through the use of day-to-day physical objects. This has already come to life by turning any pencil into a digital one with the widely adopted SLATE, and the yet to come disruptive REPAPER graphic tablet.

1Life

Venture Round in 2017
1Life is a company that develops management solutions and enterprise resource planning software aimed at assisting businesses and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their digital transformation. The company focuses on enhancing industrial performance by providing a range of complementary services tailored to the needs of clients in various sectors, including plastics, electronics, and mechanical industries. Through its publishing centers, 1Life supports these entities at all stages of their development, facilitating improvement and efficiency in their operations.

Antabio

Series A in 2017
Antabio SAS is a biopharmaceutical company based in Labège, France, focused on developing drugs to combat antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. Established in 2009, the company specializes in creating inhibitors that target bacterial metalloenzymes to restore the efficacy of existing antibiotics against critical pathogens. Among its key developments are a Metallo Beta-Lactamase inhibitor designed to enhance carbapenem treatment, a Serine Beta-Lactamase inhibitor with broad coverage against key enzymes, and Pseudomonas Elastase inhibitors, which aim to reduce the frequency and severity of exacerbations in patients with Pseudomonas infections. Antabio's innovative approach addresses significant unmet medical needs in the fight against nosocomial infections, particularly those caused by drug-resistant bacteria.

Advicenne

Venture Round in 2017
Since its founding in 2007, Advicenne has been dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments that address unmet medical needs in the area of nephrology. Our lead drug candidate, ADV7103, is in late-stage clinical trials for two indications: distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA) and cystinuria. Listed on both the Euronext Paris and Euronext Brussels stock exchanges, the company is headquartered in Nîmes, France.

Care Labs

Series A in 2017
Care Labs specializes in designing, deploying, and managing payment platforms and services tailored for the healthcare sector. The company focuses on enhancing the operations of health insurers, healthcare professionals, businesses, and communities. Care Labs offers several key products, including Chèque Santé®, a prepaid voucher for health prevention benefits, and CarePay®, a mobile online payment solution certified for healthcare use. Additionally, CarePayTP® facilitates payment management in third-party payment scenarios. The company also operates 1001doctors, a platform that streamlines the process of booking medical appointments for patients and practitioners, and CareBook®, a smart health book that serves as a shared medical file for consultation histories. Through these services, Care Labs aims to improve access to healthcare and optimize financial transactions within the industry.

Caléa

Venture Round in 2016
Marketing solutions for Messaging App. Makers of Mood Messenger (more than 1.5 million users in 100 countries)

SIGFOX

Series E in 2016
Sigfox is the world’s leading provider of connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company has built a global network to connect billions of devices to the Internet while consuming as little energy as possible, as simply as possible. Sigfox’s unique approach to device-to-cloud communications addresses the three greatest barriers to global IoT adoption: cost, energy consumption, and global scalability. Today, the network is present in 26 countries and on track to cover 60 by 2018 – covering a population of 397 million people. With millions of objects connected and a rapidly growing partner ecosystem, Sigfox empowers companies to create new innovations on the IoT. Founded in 2010 by Ludovic Le Moan and Christophe Fourtet, the company is headquartered in Labège near Toulouse, France’s “IoT Valley”. Sigfox also has offices in Paris, Madrid, Munich, Boston, San Francisco, Dubai and Singapore.

RiderValley

Funding Round in 2016
RiderValley Group specializes in designing, developing, and marketing a comprehensive range of protective gear for motorcycle riders. The company offers nearly 2,500 products under several proprietary brands, including Astone Helmets® for helmets, V'Quattro Design® for sports biker textiles, Overlap® for lifestyle textiles, and Octopuss® for sportswear and bags. With over €8 million in sales, RiderValley has established a strong presence in approximately 1,500 motorcycle stores across Europe, as well as in specialized and general-interest online retail channels. The company's product offerings include helmets, clothing, shoes, gloves, jeans, and jackets, ensuring that motorcycle enthusiasts have access to high-quality gear tailored to their specific needs.

Gamma Software

Acquisition in 2016
GAMMA SOFTWARE designs, develops and markets software solution WinLassie for businesses and governments to manage their stakes Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE). GAMMA SOFTWARE has gradually expanded its customer base in all sectors from private actors and public, through an ever more complete modular offering.

Ixaltis

Venture Round in 2016
Ixaltis SA is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Archamps, France, focused on developing therapeutics for genitourinary tract disorders that have significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 2012, the company leverages the expertise of a team comprising scientists and pharmaceutical professionals to identify and repurpose drugs that have already reached clinical stages for new applications in this field. Its product pipeline includes IXA-001, an oral mixed serotonin agonist-antagonist, IXA-002, an MAO A-B inhibitor, and IXA-003, an MAO B inhibitor, each targeting specific genitourinary conditions. Through its innovative approach, Ixaltis aims to provide effective treatments for patients suffering from these disorders.

SAS OPTIMUM

Acquisition in 2015
Optimum SAS is a privately held company based in Le Passage, France, specializing in the manufacture of wood products for home improvement. Established in 1981, the company produces a variety of items including cupboard doors, room separators, and dressing rooms, along with accessories. Optimum SAS focuses on both made-to-order and standard cupboard façades, catering to the needs of home improvement superstores and trade customers. Its products are distributed through a network of partners in France and internationally, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and customization in the woodworking industry.

Fleuret

Private Equity Round in 2015
Fleuret is a privately held company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and delivery of customized technical containers and mechanical ground support equipment. The company focuses on creating solutions for the transportation, long-term storage, and sensitive manipulation of high-value components. Fleuret produces a variety of crates made from materials such as aluminum, steel, plastic, laminate, and wood, catering to the transportation needs of diverse goods for customers throughout France. The company also emphasizes the importance of lifetime maintainability in its products, ensuring that they meet the rigorous demands of their intended applications.

i-Run

Private Equity Round in 2015
i-Run, S.A.S. is a privately held online retailer based in Saint Alban, France, specializing in running and fitness clothing. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on providing a wide range of apparel and gear designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With its emphasis on quality and performance, i-Run caters to the needs of individuals looking to enhance their running and fitness experiences through specialized clothing options.

Médipôle Garonne

Private Equity Round in 2015
Médipôle Garonne is a healthcare facility based in Toulouse, France, specializing in orthopedic surgery and comprehensive medical care. The clinic provides a wide range of surgical services, including general traumatology, aesthetic plastic surgery, ophthalmology, ENT, stomatology, and pediatric surgery. Additionally, it offers treatments across various medical disciplines such as anesthesia, cardiology, gastroenterology, sports medicine, and rehabilitation, among others. Médipôle Garonne is equipped with advanced medical imaging capabilities, including MRI, radiology, and ultrasound services. The facility also includes the IR2S rehabilitation center, focusing on physical medicine and sports injury management. Established in 1998 as La Clinique du Cours Dillon, the clinic rebranded to Médipôle Garonne in December 2009, reflecting its growth and specialization in orthopedic care.

Groupe Ermic Developpement

Private Equity Round in 2014
Groupe Ermic Developpement has design and manufacture of microcomputer, electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.

Scoop.it

Venture Round in 2013
Scoop.it Inc. operates a content curation and publishing platform that enables users to create and share online magazines. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Scoop.it assists professionals and companies in automating their content marketing efforts, enhancing their ability to drive traffic and generate leads. The platform offers tools for content research and curation, leveraging artificial intelligence to help marketers produce content at scale and achieve better returns on investment. Scoop.it provides a freemium service for individuals and a knowledge-sharing platform for organizations to effectively organize and disseminate business intelligence. Since October 2018, Scoop.it has been a subsidiary of Linkfluence S.A.S. The company has received investment from various venture capital firms, including Partech Ventures and Elaia Partners.

AT Internet

Venture Round in 2013
Created in 1996 by founder and President Alain Llorens, AT Internet is one of the French Internet’s early pioneers. After two decades of existence, AT Internet is the only European company today among the worldwide leaders in digital analytics and digital intelligence. AT Internet’s Analytics Suite is used on more than 20,000 websites, mobile sites and mobile apps globally. We count amongst our customers some of the world’s largest media groups (BBC, NPO, Schibsted, RTE, Le Monde…), banks (AXA, Société Générale, Crédit Agricole…) and have partnered with certain clients for more than a decade. Our unique approach to digital analytics is different from other solutions on the market. Having data you can trust is a mandatory foundation for any analytics project you undertake. That’s why our Analytics Suite features tools for easy quality control and dependable tagging for fully reliable data. Our solution and processes are completely compliant with stringent privacy laws (notably the European GDPR) and are certified by third-party auditors worldwide.

SuperSonic Imagine

Private Equity Round in 2013
SuperSonic Imagine SA operates as a medical technology company. It designs, develops, and markets Aixplorer, an ultrasound system. It has developed a technology that offers practitioners and patients a breakthrough in the diagnosis and follow up of breast, prostate, and thyroid cancers, as well as liver diseases. The company’s products include Aixplorer, an ultrasound system that renders images with exceptional definition, contrast, and resolution. It operates primarily in China, the United States, and France. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, France. SuperSonic Imagine SA is a subsidiary of Hologic Hub Ltd.

Michel Plantè Systèmes

Private Equity Round in 2012
Michel Plantè Systèmes is a privately held company based in Josse, France, that specializes in the manufacturing and installation of prefabricated automatic public toilets. The company focuses on designing and creating vandal-proof, self-cleaning public toilets, ensuring both durability and hygiene in public spaces. In addition to production, Michel Plantè Systèmes is involved in the marketing and maintenance of these facilities, aiming to enhance urban infrastructure and public convenience.

Enseignes Hodé

Acquisition in 2012
Enseignes Hodé SAS, founded in 1987 and based in Toulouse, France, specializes in the manufacturing of industrial and advertising marking products. The company operates as a subsidiary of HODÉ Industrial Marking. As a privately held entity, Enseignes Hodé is recognized for its focus on quality and innovation in the marking industry, catering to various sectors that require effective branding and identification solutions.

SIGFOX

Series B in 2012
Sigfox is the world’s leading provider of connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company has built a global network to connect billions of devices to the Internet while consuming as little energy as possible, as simply as possible. Sigfox’s unique approach to device-to-cloud communications addresses the three greatest barriers to global IoT adoption: cost, energy consumption, and global scalability. Today, the network is present in 26 countries and on track to cover 60 by 2018 – covering a population of 397 million people. With millions of objects connected and a rapidly growing partner ecosystem, Sigfox empowers companies to create new innovations on the IoT. Founded in 2010 by Ludovic Le Moan and Christophe Fourtet, the company is headquartered in Labège near Toulouse, France’s “IoT Valley”. Sigfox also has offices in Paris, Madrid, Munich, Boston, San Francisco, Dubai and Singapore.

Alphitan Group

Private Equity Round in 2011
Alphitan Group specializes in the repair and maintenance of rotating electrical systems and complex electronic components, primarily serving the industrial sector. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Bordeaux, France, the company offers comprehensive maintenance services for electronic and electrical systems utilized in various industries, including railway and aeronautics. Alphitan Group is committed to delivering optimal maintenance solutions by leveraging its resources to ensure that clients can complete their industrial operations efficiently and within budget.

SIGFOX

Series A in 2011
Sigfox is the world’s leading provider of connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company has built a global network to connect billions of devices to the Internet while consuming as little energy as possible, as simply as possible. Sigfox’s unique approach to device-to-cloud communications addresses the three greatest barriers to global IoT adoption: cost, energy consumption, and global scalability. Today, the network is present in 26 countries and on track to cover 60 by 2018 – covering a population of 397 million people. With millions of objects connected and a rapidly growing partner ecosystem, Sigfox empowers companies to create new innovations on the IoT. Founded in 2010 by Ludovic Le Moan and Christophe Fourtet, the company is headquartered in Labège near Toulouse, France’s “IoT Valley”. Sigfox also has offices in Paris, Madrid, Munich, Boston, San Francisco, Dubai and Singapore.

Pole Star

Series B in 2011
Pole Star, established in 2002, is a leading developer of indoor location technology, operating in the United States and France. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive range of high-performance indoor location services, which include geofencing and analytics technology. Its innovative 3D system allows users to easily navigate and locate assets and people within various indoor environments, such as buildings, airports, malls, and convention centers. With a reach that spans over 100 million square feet of indoor space worldwide, Pole Star aims to enhance the operational efficiency and user experience for venue owners and mobile solution providers.

SuperSonic Imagine

Series C in 2010
SuperSonic Imagine SA operates as a medical technology company. It designs, develops, and markets Aixplorer, an ultrasound system. It has developed a technology that offers practitioners and patients a breakthrough in the diagnosis and follow up of breast, prostate, and thyroid cancers, as well as liver diseases. The company’s products include Aixplorer, an ultrasound system that renders images with exceptional definition, contrast, and resolution. It operates primarily in China, the United States, and France. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, France. SuperSonic Imagine SA is a subsidiary of Hologic Hub Ltd.

ABIONYX Pharma

Series C in 2010
Abionyx Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapies for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The company specializes in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) therapies, including HDL mimetics aimed at reversing atherosclerotic plaque in high-risk patients. Its lead candidate, CER-001, is an engineered complex designed to replicate the properties of pre-beta HDL and is currently in Phase II clinical trials for patients recovering from acute coronary syndrome and those with familial primary hypoalphalipoproteinemia. Additionally, CER-209, which is in Phase I trials, targets metabolic diseases affecting the liver, as well as conditions like atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis. Founded in 2005 and based in Labege, France, Abionyx Pharma emerged from Cerenis Therapeutics, adopting its current name in 2019. The company's portfolio also includes a drug delivery platform targeting HDL for potential applications in oncology, particularly in immuno-oncology and chemotherapy.

Scoop.it

Series A in 2009
Scoop.it Inc. operates a content curation and publishing platform that enables users to create and share online magazines. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Scoop.it assists professionals and companies in automating their content marketing efforts, enhancing their ability to drive traffic and generate leads. The platform offers tools for content research and curation, leveraging artificial intelligence to help marketers produce content at scale and achieve better returns on investment. Scoop.it provides a freemium service for individuals and a knowledge-sharing platform for organizations to effectively organize and disseminate business intelligence. Since October 2018, Scoop.it has been a subsidiary of Linkfluence S.A.S. The company has received investment from various venture capital firms, including Partech Ventures and Elaia Partners.
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