Sofimac Investment Managers

Sofimac Investment Managers is a prominent asset management firm based in Clermont, France, specializing in growth capital and special situation investments. Established in 1977, the firm has over 30 years of experience in supporting regional small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with their medium to long-term financing needs. Sofimac addresses the issue of undercapitalization among French SMEs by investing in equity alongside business leaders, assisting them through various stages such as creation, development, and transmission. With approximately 200 million euros in assets under management across 16 funds, Sofimac invests in a diverse range of sectors, including traditional industries and advanced technologies such as green chemistry, wind energy, aeronautical manufacturing, e-commerce, software publishing, and nuclear medicine.

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Mob-Energy

Seed Round in 2020
Mob-Energy is a privately held company specializing in the development of mobile and innovative charging solutions. It designs autonomous charging robots capable of moving energy where it is needed, optimizing the site's existing infrastructure. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

Snowleader

Venture Round in 2020
Snowleader SAS is a retailer specializing in sportswear and equipment, with a focus on winter sports and outdoor activities. Founded in 2008 and based in Alex, France, the company operates both online and offline, offering a wide range of products including hiking boots, camping and trekking gear, streetwear, and winter sports equipment such as skis, snowboards, and snowshoes. In addition to apparel and footwear, Snowleader also sells accessories like sunglasses, watches, and helmets, catering to a diverse clientele of outdoor enthusiasts.

Blue Valet

Venture Round in 2018
Blue Valet is a French company founded in 2015, based in Mérignac, that specializes in online valet parking services for airports and train stations. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows travelers to conveniently book valet parking, providing a stress-free and economical solution for both leisure and business customers. By catering to major mobility hubs, Blue Valet aims to enhance the travel experience, ensuring that clients can access their destinations without hassle.

Bulane

Series B in 2018
Bulane SAS, established in 2009 and based in Fabrègues, France, specializes in the manufacture of oxy-hydrogen gas generators and electrolyzers for industrial applications. The company's flagship product, the dyomix electrolysis system, is designed for industries that utilize flame in processes such as soldering, brazing, and heat treatments. Bulane's technology, developed in collaboration with the National Center for Scientific Research, enables on-site production of a zero carbon combustible gas by using water and electricity. This innovative solution not only enhances ecological efficiency but also improves safety and ergonomics in the workplace. Bulane's smart and connected generators allow for precise monitoring and centralization of production data, supporting industrial clients in achieving competitiveness while adhering to responsible corporate social responsibility practices.

BW Ideol

Venture Round in 2018
BW Ideol specializes in designing and manufacturing concrete floating foundations for the offshore wind industry. Established in 2010 and headquartered in La Ciotat, France, the company offers innovative ring-shaped platforms for wind turbines, along with comprehensive engineering and installation services. Renowned for its advancements in floating offshore wind technology, BW Ideol has developed a significant project pipeline and has been actively involved in the entire lifecycle of floating wind projects, from conception to installation. The company is recognized for its patented innovations, including the Damping Pool®, and has earned various awards for its contributions to cleantech. With a team of over 60 experts, BW Ideol has garnered support from a diverse group of international investors to facilitate its growth in the renewable energy sector.

Uavia

Seed Round in 2018
Uavia SAS, founded in 2015 and based in Vitry-sur-Seine, France, specializes in the development of drones and a cloud-based robotics platform that connects autonomous drones and robots to the Internet of Things (IoT). The company's technology enables industries to collaboratively control diverse fleets of drones and robots, facilitating real-time data processing, analysis, and sharing. Uavia's system is designed for various applications, including aerial inspections, surveillance, railway infrastructure monitoring, electrical grid management, construction oversight, solar plant monitoring, and crisis management. This innovative approach allows users to manage fleets of drones remotely, streamlining operations across multiple sectors and improving efficiency in tasks requiring aerial and robotic capabilities.

Eurekam

Venture Round in 2018
Eurekam specializes in digital-video solutions aimed at enhancing the control of drug production processes, particularly in the oncology pharmacy environment. By leveraging innovative technologies, Eurekam addresses challenges associated with non-automated drug production, which often requires human intervention. Its flagship product, Drugcam, offers real-time monitoring and facilitates post-test verification of chemotherapy preparations. This technology not only ensures the safe and effective release of pharmaceutical products but also minimizes medication errors and legal risks. Additionally, Eurekam's artificial intelligence-based image technologies support the healthcare sector in meeting regulatory standards by providing verified and archived preparations, ultimately improving the overall safety and efficiency of drug administration.

Diabeloop

Series A in 2017
Diabeloop SAS is a medical device company based in Grenoble, France, that specializes in developing an electronic artificial pancreas for individuals with Type 1 diabetes. Founded in 2015, the company's innovative system comprises a continuous glucose sensor that monitors blood sugar levels and a smartphone application that communicates with a connected insulin pump to administer the optimal insulin dosage automatically. This closed-loop system aims to minimize the risk of hypoglycemia and related complications, thereby improving the quality of life for patients. By integrating advanced technology and artificial intelligence, Diabeloop seeks to streamline diabetes management, reducing the mental burden on users and allowing them to lead more uninterrupted lives.

Woom

Seed Round in 2017
Woom GmbH is a supplier for all children's sizes of lightweight and high quality aluminum children's bikes that have been designed from the ground up with great attention to detail for the needs of children. Safety, ergonomics, handling, design, freedom from pollutants and sustainability characterize WOOM Bikes.

Cosmo Tech

Convertible Note in 2017
Cosmo Tech is a technology company founded in 2010 by Michel Morvan and Hugues de Bantel, based in Lyon, France. Initially known as The CoSMo Company, it specializes in modeling and simulating complex systems across various industries. The company has gained recognition for its innovative software that aids C-suite executives in making informed business decisions by transforming raw data into organized insights. Cosmo Tech's software allows clients to run multiple simulations on different scenarios, helping them evaluate the implications of their decisions for optimal outcomes. With a diverse team of over 70 employees, the company serves clients throughout Europe and North America. Over the years, Cosmo Tech has received accolades for its contributions to the field, including being named a Cool Vendor in Data Science by Gartner and recognized as France’s Most Innovative Software Company. The company expanded its operations to the U.S. in 2014 and rebranded as Cosmo Tech in 2017, following significant funding rounds to support its growth.

Blue Valet

Venture Round in 2017
Blue Valet is a French company founded in 2015, based in Mérignac, that specializes in online valet parking services for airports and train stations. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows travelers to conveniently book valet parking, providing a stress-free and economical solution for both leisure and business customers. By catering to major mobility hubs, Blue Valet aims to enhance the travel experience, ensuring that clients can access their destinations without hassle.

Whisperies

Seed Round in 2017
Whisperies SAS operates a digital library focused on providing animated e-books and audiobooks for children aged 2 to 10 years. Established in 2013 and based in Vichy, France, the company offers unlimited access to a diverse collection of original stories and immersive animations. The platform features works from over 1,500 authors and illustrators, making it a rich resource for parents and young readers seeking engaging and creative content. Additionally, Whisperies provides a mobile application that enhances the reading experience, allowing children to explore new stories in an interactive format.

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.

Aston - SEM (Groupe Acropole)

Seed Round in 2016
Aston - SEM (Groupe Acropole) is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of orthopedic prostheses.

Aston Medical

Seed Round in 2016
Aston Medical, located in Saint-Etienne, has specialized since 1998 in the design, manufacture, and distribution of innovative orthopedic prostheses, adapted to the needs of surgeons. Aston Medical innovates in the prostheses of hips, elbows, knees, and shoulders to find the mobility and to cure the pains due to osteoarthritis or accidents.
Advanced Perfusion Diagnostics is a medical technology company based in Lyon (France), that develops, manufactures and markets innovative patient monitoring systems. The core focus of APD is to provide relevant indicators pertaining to tissue perfusion to clinicians. The recent market introduction of IKORUS® monitoring system addresses a unmet need up to now, and opens new fields of investigation for physicians, enabling early detection of microcirculatory alterations and potential improvement of current therapeutic practices.

Glomeria Therapeutics

Grant in 2016
Glomeria Therapeutics S.r.l. specializes in the research, development, and marketing of innovative medical devices aimed at addressing serious nephrological diseases. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chieti, Italy, the company offers products such as DesmoPD, a peritoneal dialysis connection system, and SmartPD, an automated management device designed for the instillation of peritoneal dialysis solutions into the peritoneum. Through its advanced medical devices, Glomeria Therapeutics aims to enhance treatment options for patients requiring peritoneal dialysis.

Tunetoo

Venture Round in 2016
Tunetoo is a personnalized fashion wear online.We believe in the importance of giving a unique character to the products we manufacture. We value creative diversity rather than conformism, and we allow everyone to express themselves in an authentic and different way.

eLichens

Venture Round in 2016
eLichens is a company specializing in air quality sensing solutions, founded in 2014 and based in Grenoble, France, with an additional office in Silicon Valley, California. The company develops ultra-low-power gas sensors, connected stations, and indoor air quality monitoring systems designed for various applications, including industrial safety, HVAC systems, smart cities, gas leak detection, smart homes, and automotive environments. eLichens aims to provide comprehensive and relevant information about air quality through its innovative technology, which includes a portfolio of patents and expertise in both consumer electronics and industrial markets. Their products enable clients to monitor, assess, and enhance air quality in both indoor and outdoor settings.

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.

BW Ideol

Venture Round in 2016
BW Ideol specializes in designing and manufacturing concrete floating foundations for the offshore wind industry. Established in 2010 and headquartered in La Ciotat, France, the company offers innovative ring-shaped platforms for wind turbines, along with comprehensive engineering and installation services. Renowned for its advancements in floating offshore wind technology, BW Ideol has developed a significant project pipeline and has been actively involved in the entire lifecycle of floating wind projects, from conception to installation. The company is recognized for its patented innovations, including the Damping Pool®, and has earned various awards for its contributions to cleantech. With a team of over 60 experts, BW Ideol has garnered support from a diverse group of international investors to facilitate its growth in the renewable energy sector.

Arioneo

Seed Round in 2016
Arioneo, established in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in developing sensor technologies for monitoring and analyzing the health and performance of horses. The company’s innovative devices utilize sensors to measure key health metrics, including temperature, allowing for comprehensive data interpretation through its accompanying application. By providing valuable insights into the fitness and well-being of equine athletes, Arioneo enables horse owners and veterinarians to effectively track and enhance the performance and health of their horses.

Valbiotis

Seed Round in 2016
Valbiotis SA is a research and development company based in Périgny, France, focused on creating nutritional solutions aimed at preventing cardio metabolic diseases and supporting patients. The company is currently developing several products, including Valedia, which is in Phase II clinical trials for type 2 diabetes, and VAL-63, a health supplement designed to prevent non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Additionally, Valbiotis is working on VAL-630, a medical nutrition product for patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis and type 2 diabetes, as well as Lipidrive, which targets body fat to help regulate weight, and VAL-070, which aims to address lipid dysfunctions related to cardiovascular risks. Founded in 2014, Valbiotis emphasizes innovation through the use of plant-based ingredients in its multi-target approach to healthcare.

FineHeart

Series A in 2016
The company intends to use the funds to finance the development of its first product.France-based medical device company focused on innovative technologies in the cardiovascular space

Galalitum

Venture Round in 2016
SA Galalitum, founded in 1889 and based in Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, France, specializes in the manufacturing of injection molded thermoplastics. The company produces bi-material and tri-material plastic components, focusing on complex technical parts that demand extensive development and fine-tuning. Galalitum serves various industries, including the automotive sector, where it manufactures intricate components for truck engine equipment. By leveraging its expertise in thermoplastic processing, the company supports clients in developing new products and adapting to current market trends.

Afyren

Venture Round in 2016
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.
Advanced Perfusion Diagnostics is a medical technology company based in Lyon (France), that develops, manufactures and markets innovative patient monitoring systems. The core focus of APD is to provide relevant indicators pertaining to tissue perfusion to clinicians. The recent market introduction of IKORUS® monitoring system addresses a unmet need up to now, and opens new fields of investigation for physicians, enabling early detection of microcirculatory alterations and potential improvement of current therapeutic practices.

Bulane

Series A in 2015
Bulane SAS, established in 2009 and based in Fabrègues, France, specializes in the manufacture of oxy-hydrogen gas generators and electrolyzers for industrial applications. The company's flagship product, the dyomix electrolysis system, is designed for industries that utilize flame in processes such as soldering, brazing, and heat treatments. Bulane's technology, developed in collaboration with the National Center for Scientific Research, enables on-site production of a zero carbon combustible gas by using water and electricity. This innovative solution not only enhances ecological efficiency but also improves safety and ergonomics in the workplace. Bulane's smart and connected generators allow for precise monitoring and centralization of production data, supporting industrial clients in achieving competitiveness while adhering to responsible corporate social responsibility practices.

APTE SA

Venture Round in 2015
APTE S.A. designs and manufactures plastic engineered parts by thermoforming, bending, and machining.

ADDIPLAST Sas

Venture Round in 2015
ADDIPLAST Sas is a French company based in Saint-Pal-de-Mons, established in 1986, that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and export of technical plastic compounds. The company produces formulations, flame retardant grades, and pre-colored compounds primarily from polypropylene, polycarbonate, and polyamide. Its product offerings include the Addilene range of polypropylene homopolymers and the Addinyl range of polyamides, catering to various industries such as automotive, domestic appliances, electro-technical, cosmetics, medical, sports and leisure, and consumer goods. ADDIPLAST Sas distributes its products through a network that spans Asia, Africa, and the Middle East Europe, serving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in these diverse sectors.

Alizé Pharma

Venture Round in 2015
Alizé Pharma is a group of privately held biopharmaceutical companies specializing in the development of innovative biopharmaceutical drugs, proteins, and peptides, for the treatment of metabolic diseases and cancer. It is based in Ecully, near Lyon, France. Its management is made up of a team of drug development experts and a board of directors offering wide international experience. Alizé Pharma has two programs, the AZP-3601, a PTH analog for hypoparathyroidism, and AZP-3404, a peptide leveraging the biology of IGFBP2 for the treatment of syndromes of acute insulin resistance. The company was founded on 2015.

Search'XPR

Venture Round in 2015
Search’XPR was founded in 2011 by Jean-Luc Marini, a renowned professor and inventor of the Oorace technology, and Olivier Figon, also a professor, and veteran of the business systems consulting industry. Prior to forming the company, Mr. Marini spent six years researching and developing an algorithm which integrates “psycho-cognitive” principles into traditional software applications. Search’XPR created and developed Oorace, a revolutionary API for data search and recommendation. The foundation of Oorace is a proprietary algorithm that explodes the results of traditional keyword and semantic tools. Search’XPR’s headquarters and research center are in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Additionally, Search’XPR has a wholly-owned subsidiary based in New York City, and shareholders in Shanghai, China. In 2012, Search’XPR was recognized as a “Young Innovative Enterprise” and received a grant from OSEO, a French Government agency.

BioFilm Control

Venture Round in 2014
BioFilm Control SAS, established in 2005 and based in Saint-Beauzire, France, specializes in biofilm technology solutions. The company offers a range of products and services, including the BioFilm Control Ring Test, which facilitates fundamental studies on biofilm formation and the evaluation of anti-biofilm treatments. Its laboratory services encompass biofilm analysis techniques, such as crystal violet and fluorescence microscopy, as well as a robotic system designed for high-throughput testing of samples. The company also develops anti-infective small molecules, anti-biofilm enzymes, and polysaccharides tailored for the food and cosmetic industries, alongside lipo-polysaccharides for industrial applications. BioFilm Control serves various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical fields, dental care, cosmetics, food, agriculture, disinfection, and academic research. The proprietary technology utilized by BioFilm Control is protected by multiple patents and trademarks, making it a unique player in the biotechnology research and development arena.

Theranexus

Seed Round in 2014
Theranexus is a biopharmaceutical company based in Lyon, France, focused on developing drug candidates for central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Established in 2013, the company is advancing its lead drug candidate, THN102, which is currently in Phase II clinical trials for sleep/wake disorders, particularly excessive daytime sleepiness associated with Parkinson's disease. Additionally, Theranexus is developing THN201 for neurocognitive disorders related to Alzheimer's disease and THN101 for neuropathic pain. The company's innovative approach combines two distinct drugs to target both neuronal activity and glial cells, addressing significant medical needs in the treatment of brain disorders.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2014
Primo1D SAS, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, specializes in developing E-Thread, a unique yarn that integrates electronics into various objects and materials. This innovative yarn enables applications in traceability, production monitoring, anti-theft, and anti-counterfeiting. By embedding electronic components into textiles and materials, Primo1D enhances the functionality and value of products while facilitating their connection in the digital ecosystem. The company's solutions cater to a wide range of industries seeking to incorporate smart technology into their offerings.

Isorg

Venture Round in 2014
Isorg SA, founded in 2010 and based in Grenoble, France, specializes in the development and manufacturing of organic and printed electronic devices, particularly in the fields of photonics and image sensors. The company is noted for its innovative high-performance opto-electronic sensors, which can be integrated into various products, transforming surfaces made of plastic or glass into smart interfaces. Isorg offers a comprehensive range of services, from proof-of-concept to mass production, catering to diverse applications across consumer electronics, home appliances, smart buildings, industrial sectors, healthcare, and safety. Additionally, the company provides support for product development and integration. Its technology includes large-area image sensors and photodetectors, contributing to sectors such as medical imaging, non-destructive testing, and data security.

Echodia S.A.S

Seed Round in 2014
Echodia S.A.S is a company based in Clermont-Ferrand, France, that focuses on the development, manufacturing, and distribution of medical equipment designed for the noninvasive diagnosis of inner ear diseases. Founded in 2009, the company offers a range of products including Elios, a portable multifunctional exploration device, and Elite, an autonomous otological evoked potential system. Other notable products include Otodia, a variation of the Elios Otoemissions package, Babyscreen, a neonatal screening device, Audioschool for audiometric screenings, Otowin, a portable audiometer for health assessments, Echoscan for evaluating auditory fatigue, and AudioSmart, a diagnostic audiometer for various audiometry tests. Through its innovative offerings, Echodia S.A.S aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities in the field of audiology.

Cosmo Tech

Series A in 2014
Cosmo Tech is a technology company founded in 2010 by Michel Morvan and Hugues de Bantel, based in Lyon, France. Initially known as The CoSMo Company, it specializes in modeling and simulating complex systems across various industries. The company has gained recognition for its innovative software that aids C-suite executives in making informed business decisions by transforming raw data into organized insights. Cosmo Tech's software allows clients to run multiple simulations on different scenarios, helping them evaluate the implications of their decisions for optimal outcomes. With a diverse team of over 70 employees, the company serves clients throughout Europe and North America. Over the years, Cosmo Tech has received accolades for its contributions to the field, including being named a Cool Vendor in Data Science by Gartner and recognized as France’s Most Innovative Software Company. The company expanded its operations to the U.S. in 2014 and rebranded as Cosmo Tech in 2017, following significant funding rounds to support its growth.

Microphyt

Private Equity Round in 2014
Microphyt, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Baillargues, France, specializes in the research, development, production, and marketing of natural algae-based products. The company focuses on microalgae and other photosynthetic microorganisms, targeting sectors such as beauty care, food, health, and energy. Its offerings include dietary supplements and products aimed at promoting weight loss and enhancing brain health. Utilizing industrial-scale cultivation techniques, Microphyt preserves the integrity of microalgae cells to produce biomass and extracts in commercial quantities. This approach enables the healthcare industry to meet the growing demand for innovative personal care and food products.

Groupe Villemain

Venture Round in 2014
Groupe Villemain, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Orleans, France, specializes in masonry services. The company has established a reputation for delivering quality craftsmanship in various masonry projects, addressing the needs of both residential and commercial clients. Through its years of operation, Groupe Villemain has focused on maintaining high standards in its services, contributing to its standing in the construction industry.

Axess Vision Technology

Series B in 2013
Axess Vision Technology S.A. designs disposable sterile endoscopes. It offers bronchoscopy, urology, animal health, and other interface products. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, France.

Lytess

Venture Round in 2013
Lytess SARL is a French company that specializes in the manufacture and marketing of cosmeto-textile products designed to enhance beauty and health. The company offers a range of innovative items, including second skin seamless shaping products, micro-massaging items, correctors, pedal pushers, and leggings, as well as fibers for micro-encapsulation. Lytess distributes its products across various international markets, including countries such as Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Canada, and the United States, among others. Established in 2003 and based in Fondettes, France, Lytess aims to provide effective formulations that support customers in maintaining fitness and promoting skin health.

Perfect Memory

Seed Round in 2013
PERFECT MEMORY is a Software Publisher. We crafted a new generation of Digital Asset Management System, the DAM-as-a-Brain which is able to refine and execute cognitive processing on the content. Our D/MAM-as-a-Brain allows to collect, interpret and transform any data and content into natively exploitable assets for operational teams and their ecosystems. We guarantee to each user a quick, intuitive and exhaustive access to data and contents, whatever their nature and origin. Evolutive and customizable, Raffiné™, our software platform, facilitate its setup in the closest way possible to business needs. All our customers noticed, on a daily basis, an actual acceleration of contents valorization cycles, an increase of their operational teams’ performances and a consolidation of their data and contents Governance policy. We built our DAM-as-a-Brain to respond to new exploitation issues, modern Organizations meet nowadays.

Aciers Coste

Venture Round in 2013
Aciers Coste SA, based in Thiers, France, is a producer and seller of steel strips, established in 1920. The company specializes in a variety of steel products, including precision stainless steel, low carbon steel, carbon steel, and coated options such as organic and metallic coatings. In addition to these products, Aciers Coste offers industrial equipment, providing services that include slitting, edge forming, and cut-to-length solutions. As of October 2018, Aciers Coste operates as a subsidiary of DIAM GROUP.

Alpwise

Private Equity Round in 2013
Alpwise is an innovation company focusing on ultra low power radio technologies, embedded applications and connected sensors applied to the Internet of Things (IoT) for the consumer and industrial market including indoor navigation and positioning (Beacons & Hubs). The company Alpwise develops its own full-featured Bluetooth 4.1 Smart stack and firmware for Bluetooth audio & data modules. The large in-field deployment makes our products extremely reliable. Members of the Bluetooth SIG consortium since 2007, Alpwise experts participated in the development of Bluetooth® Smart specification.

INDATECH - Chauvin Arnoux Group

Venture Round in 2013
INDATECH - Chauvin Arnoux Group is an innovative company, expert in optical measurement for industrial processes.

Effidence

Venture Round in 2013
Effidence Intelligent automation system for your vehicle, Effibot: a self-contained electric assistance robot.

VACTEC

Acquisition in 2013
Vactec SAS specializes in the development of fire protection vacuum sprinkler systems, offering innovative solutions that enhance the safety and reliability of traditional fire protection methods. The company's flagship product, the VACTEC system, is designed for use in high-risk environments such as the food, pharmaceutical, and paper industries, as well as in electrical rooms, transformers, computer rooms, warships, cruise liners, castles, museums, and tunnels. In addition to its product offerings, Vactec provides training services and operates a laboratory to conduct tests on various sprinkler models and evaluate network capacities. Established in 2011, Vactec is headquartered in St Florent-sur-Cher, France, and is committed to advancing fire safety technology.

ElsaLys Biotech

Series A in 2013
ElsaLys Biotech SAS, a biotechnology company, designs and develops therapeutic antibodies that target tumors and their immune and/or vascular microenvironment. It offers research and development programs, ELB011 and ELB012 ophthalmology programs; and ELB021, ELB031, and ELB041 oncology programs. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Lyon, France and additional location in Strasbourg, France. As of May 7, 2020, ElsaLys Biotech SA operates as a subsidiary of Mediolanum farmaceutici S.p.A.

CNSE S.A.S.

Venture Round in 2013
CNSE S.A.S. develops and manufactures mobile and fixed units for the building works industry.

METHAJOULE

Seed Round in 2013
METHAJOULE is a design office and project management, specializing in the production of intermediate sized methanisers (about 300 Kw) for own account but also for investors, industrial or local authorities.

Eydo Pharma

Venture Round in 2013
Eydo Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company based in Romorantin-Lanthenay, France, with an additional office in Vincennes, Paris. Founded in 2005, the company specializes in the development and marketing of antibacterial products, focusing on sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions within the green pharmaceutical sector. Eydo Pharma's product offerings include essential oils, active compounds, nanotechnology capsules, and various drug candidates aimed at addressing antibacterial needs.

Cyclopharma Laboratoires

Venture Round in 2012
Laboratoires Cyclopharma SA specializes in developing molecular solutions for in-vivo diagnostics and therapeutic follow-up applications. Founded in 2000 and located in Saint-Beauzire, France, the company focuses on radiopharmaceuticals and molecular imaging solutions in oncology, neurology, and cardiology. Additionally, it engages in the contract manufacturing and distribution of radiotracers for industrial companies and global pharmaceutical corporations. By providing innovative molecular imaging solutions, Laboratoires Cyclopharma aims to enhance diagnostic assistance and therapeutic monitoring, ultimately improving patient quality of life, safety, and therapeutic efficacy while reducing healthcare costs. As of April 30, 2018, the company operates as a subsidiary of Curium.

Biom'Up

Series B in 2012
Biom'Up S.A. is a French company based in Saint-Priest that specializes in the development and commercialization of hemostatic products utilizing patented biopolymers and collagen technology. Established in 2005, Biom'Up designs, manufactures, and sells innovative medical devices that enhance surgical practices across various specialties, including orthopedic, spinal, cardiac, general, maxillofacial, and laparoscopic surgeries. Their flagship products, HEMOBLAST bellows and associated laparoscopic applicators, aim to simplify surgical procedures and improve patient outcomes by facilitating guided regeneration of soft tissues and bone. The company markets its offerings primarily in Europe and the United States.

AREM

Venture Round in 2012
Arem S.A.S is a manufacturer based in Saint-Brisson-sur-Loire, France, specializing in axial and centrifugal fans for commercial and industrial applications. The company offers a range of products, including direct and belt-drive axial fans, as well as various centrifugal fans designed for smoke extraction, general ventilation, and explosive atmospheres. Arem S.A.S caters to the specific needs of its clients by providing customized electrical solutions for industrial ventilation and drying processes. The company has a strong export presence, selling its products to multiple countries, including Portugal, Poland, Belgium, Morocco, Canada, the Netherlands, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia.

Jet Metal Technologies

Venture Round in 2012
Jet Metal Technologies S.A.S, founded in 2007 and based in Champagne au Mont d'Or, France, specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative liquid metallization solutions for both decorative and functional applications. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including cosmetics, automotive, ceramics, and anti-bacterial products, offering coatings that provide functionalities such as conductivity, surface hardness, electromagnetic shielding, and corrosion protection. Jet Metal Technologies emphasizes environmentally friendly practices, formulating new chemistries that reduce environmental and human impact. By adopting sustainable methods and leveraging experience feedback, the company aims to deliver efficient and cost-effective alternatives to traditional metallization techniques, such as electroplating and evaporation, thereby enhancing service quality for its clients.

Precilens

Venture Round in 2011
Laboratoire Precilens SAS is a French company that specializes in the design, production, and distribution of a wide range of contact lenses. Founded in 1981 and based in Créteil, France, Precilens is recognized for inventing the world's first soft progressive contact lens. The company offers a comprehensive selection of lenses, including spherical, toric, presbyopia, keratoconus, and ortokeratology lenses, along with cleaning solutions and monthly and quarterly replacement soft lenses. With over 30 years of expertise, Precilens has established a strong reputation for innovation and quality, catering to various vision needs and maintaining a commitment to service. Its products are distributed through an extensive sales network, ensuring accessibility for professionals and consumers alike.

Danesi Industries

Venture Round in 2011
Danesi Industries is a services and solutions provider, specialized in high performance coatings, linings, passive fire protection and concret/steel maintenance repairs and protection.

Brea System SAS

Venture Round in 2011
Brea System SAS specializes in the designing, making and manufacturing aluminium linking pieces.

CenterVue SpA

Private Equity Round in 2011
CenterVue SpA, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Padua, Italy, specializes in developing diagnostic systems aimed at the early detection of sight-threatening conditions. The company offers innovative products such as DRS, a non-mydriatic fundus camera that enables the capture of digital images of the central retina without the need for pharmacological pupil dilation, and MAIA, a microperimetry system designed to monitor retinal disease progression and treatment efficacy. CenterVue's customer base includes eye care providers, primary care physicians, and patients globally. Additionally, the company has a branch office in Fremont, California, and, as of April 30, 2019, operates as a subsidiary of Revenio Group Oyj.

Filedanstachambre

Venture Round in 2011
Established in 2007, Filedanstachambre is the specialist in room layout for children as well as babies and adults. It is today more than 150 brands and 10000 references available on the site. Filedanstachambre offers both a baby bed and baby care as a child's bed , desk , chest of drawers as well as a large selection of decoration , storage furniture and many others. All this represented by big brands like Sauthon , Bopita , Quax ,Nordic Factory , Bloomingville , FDTC or Oliver Furniture , Egg NYC or Leipold. Remember to take a look at our site regularly, promotions and sales come to support this wide offer and so everyone can enjoy this high quality designer bedroom furniture

Exotic Systems

Venture Round in 2010
Exotic Systems SARL, founded in 2007 and based in Clermont-Ferrand, France, specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of innovative electronic products. The company focuses on creating interactive and connected devices for the CAD and M2M markets, offering solutions that cater to challenging environments. Its product range includes electronic hardware, network protocols, data gathering systems, software programming, and web applications. By providing support and frugal sensors, Exotic Systems enables clients to enhance project efficiency, transforming concepts into tangible structures seamlessly.

CellMade

Funding Round in 2010
CellMade SAS is a biopharmaceutical company based in Chappes, France, with additional facilities in Marseille and Ruffieux. Founded in 2007, the company specializes in developing and supplying a range of cell biology products, including human-origin primary cells and various types of specialized cells such as blood cells, endothelial cells, and pancreatic cells. CellMade also offers laboratory services that encompass biobanking, cell-based assays, cytometry, and mass spectrometry. The company invests in its research and development initiatives through its CellInsight platform, which focuses on identifying targets and biomarkers associated with inflammatory pathologies. By providing customized cell isolation and co-culture models, CellMade aims to advance the field of cell biology and support various research applications.

Allegorithmic

Series B in 2010
Allegorithmic SAS specializes in the development of technologies for creating 3D content, focusing on solutions for texturing 3D assets. The company offers a suite of products under the Substance brand, which includes Substance Designer for material authoring, Substance Painter for 3D painting, and tools for generating materials from images. Additionally, Allegorithmic provides platforms such as Substance Source and Substance Share for accessing and exchanging PBR materials. Serving a diverse range of industries including video games, animation, visual effects, automotive, architecture, and design, Allegorithmic's tools are designed to enhance efficiency in content production. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in several countries. Allegorithmic operates as a subsidiary of Adobe Inc. since 2019, continuing to innovate in the realm of digital content creation.

Glycode

Series B in 2010
Glycode SAS, a biotechnology company, operates in the field of protein glycosylation in France. It provides and licenses GlycodExpress, a yeast based technological platform for the production of recombinant therapeutic glycoproteins for therapeutic purposes, such as antibodies, EPOs, and growth factors, as well as allows humanization of N-glycosylation in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The company also offers on-demand production and purification services, from the conception and synthesis of optimized expression vectors for protein expression in glycoengineered yeasts to the early steps of production process. Glycode SAS serves biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Uzerche, France.

IPM France

Venture Round in 2009
IPM France SAS is a company based in Valence, France, that specializes in the design and development of interactive kiosks and terminals. These kiosks cater to various sectors, including transportation, electronic administration, and marketplaces. In addition to kiosks, IPM France provides a range of telecom systems, such as call meters and payphones that accept cards, as well as multimedia kiosks. The company also develops Internet web phones and wireless handheld devices, aiming to enhance communication and connectivity for users in an increasingly digital world.

Aptys Pharmaceuticals SAS

Venture Round in 2009
Aptys Pharmaceuticals SAS is a contract research and development organization based in Saint-Beauzire, France, founded in 2002. The company specializes in analytical development and validation, formulation and generic development, and production assistance services. Its analytical services encompass quality control, methods development, and stability studies for various dosage forms, including solid, liquid, and semi-solid preparations. Aptys Pharmaceuticals designs and produces prototypes while also offering support for the design, installation, and qualification of production facilities. The company provides in vivo assessment services for a range of injectable formulations, including microspheres, implants, and microcrystals, as well as buccal and transdermal formulations, such as gels and creams.

XL Group

Post in 2008
XL Group Ltd, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, operates primarily in the insurance and reinsurance sectors. Its Insurance segment provides a wide range of coverages, including property, casualty, professional liability, environmental liability, marine, and cybertech, among others. The Reinsurance segment offers specialized products such as casualty, property risk, and credit reinsurance. XL Group markets its services to various clients, including industrial, commercial, and professional firms, as well as other insurance companies worldwide. Additionally, through its subsidiaries, the company is involved in creating extranets for managing communication and direct marketing campaigns. XL Group Ltd is a subsidiary of AXA SA.

Wirecom Technologies

Series B in 2007
WIRECOM Technologies is a French company with state-of-the-art technology and an experience of over 10 years. Committed to sustainable development and the fight against global warming, WIRECOM Technologies designs and develops solutions to optimise energy efficiency in buildings and residences

METabolic EXplorer

Series C in 2006
METabolic EXplorer S.A., an industrial biochemical company, engages in the development and industrial of industrial fermentation processes as alternatives to petrochemical processes worldwide. Its functional ingredients of natural origin are used in the formulation of cosmetics and nutrition-animal health products and as intermediates for the synthesis of biomaterials. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Saint-Beauzire, France.

EFFEMINS GROUP

Venture Round in 2005
EFFEMINS GROUP is a network of slimming and wellness franchises in institutes, product marketing.

METabolic EXplorer

Series A in 2000
METabolic EXplorer S.A., an industrial biochemical company, engages in the development and industrial of industrial fermentation processes as alternatives to petrochemical processes worldwide. Its functional ingredients of natural origin are used in the formulation of cosmetics and nutrition-animal health products and as intermediates for the synthesis of biomaterials. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Saint-Beauzire, France.

Graitec

Series A in 2000
GRAITEC Innovation SAS is a BIM software company that develops advanced computer-aided design and analysis solutions for the construction engineering sector. Founded in 1986 and based in Bièvres, France, GRAITEC offers a range of products, including Advance Design for finite element method structural analysis, Advance BIM Designers for structural design and documentation, and various Autodesk software tools like AutoCAD and Revit. The company's solutions streamline the structural design and construction documentation process, enhancing efficiency through features such as automatic document creation and project tracking. GRAITEC also provides supplementary tools like PowerPack add-ons for Revit and Advance Steel, as well as BIM Connect for intelligent model sharing. In addition to software, GRAITEC offers technical support, professional training, custom software development, and project mentoring services. Operating through 29 offices across 12 countries, GRAITEC serves over 40,000 construction professionals worldwide, focusing on innovation and productivity in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.
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