Groupe Siparex

Vitacuire is a family-owned business specializing in frozen aperitif pastries and private label products. Founded in 1952 by restaurant owners Ginette and Emile Krief in Lyon, the company initially focused on delivering frozen puff pastry. Remaining independent and family-run, it is currently managed by Jean-Yves Krief and his sisters. Vitacuire is recognized for its expertise in puff pastry, offering a variety of products such as cocktail bites, individual pastries, and larger shareable options. Since the introduction of the third generation in 2010, the company has continued to innovate, expanding its offerings to include microwavable cocktail bites and gourmet brioche pastries, catering to a diverse clientele and preserving the nutritional qualities of its food products.

Potager City is a retail company based in Lyon, France, that specializes in delivering fresh fruit and vegetables. Established in 2007, it operates as a subsidiary of Carrefour SA. The company focuses on providing baskets of seasonal produce sourced directly from local farmers, ensuring that customers receive fresh items promptly through a network of dedicated delivery points. Potager City is committed to facilitating a just-in-time delivery model, enhancing the accessibility of high-quality, locally sourced fruits and vegetables to consumers at their doorstep.

Groupe CARSO is a specialized provider of environmental and agrifood analytical services, established in 1992 through a partnership between Neptune Technologies and the CNRS. Initially focused on analyzing dioxins using high-resolution mass spectrometry, the company expanded its capabilities by acquiring water and asbestos analysis operations from the Institut Pasteur in Lyon in 1997. Throughout the 2000s, CARSO enhanced its analytical expertise through strategic acquisitions of various laboratories, including those specializing in radioactivity and ecotoxicology. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including bioassays that utilize non-invasive pollutant shrimp to assess chemical contamination and toxicity in water and aquatic environments. This diverse range of analytical services positions Groupe CARSO as a key player in environmental monitoring and assessment.

Calixar SAS is a biotechnology company based in Lyon, France, specializing in the deorphanization, identification, and isolation of native integral membrane proteins, which are crucial for therapeutic targets. The company offers a range of services, including the production, extraction, purification, stabilization, and crystallization of membrane proteins, such as GPCRs, ion channels, and transporters. Utilizing patented technology, Calixar ensures that these proteins remain in their complete native form, enhancing their stability in solution. Its services cater to pharmaceutical industries, biotechnology firms, and academic institutions involved in drug discovery, vaccine development, and antibody research. Founded in 2011, Calixar aims to facilitate the development of conformational antibodies and new vaccines, supporting advancements in therapeutic applications and structural biology.