What IMV Technologies does

IMV Technologies is a France-headquartered, privately-held biotechnology company founded in 1963 by Robert Cassou, who invented the original "French Straw" that became the global standard for semen storage and artificial insemination. The company manufactures and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of animal reproductive biotechnologies spanning the full reproduction workflow—from semen collection and analysis through freezing, storage, insemination, and pregnancy confirmation—serving nine species verticals: bovine, equine, swine, ovine/caprine, canine, rabbit, poultry, aquaculture, and biodiversity. Its global platform processes over 500 million animal inseminations annually and includes flagship products such as the IVOS Pro semen analysis system, Collectis automated boar collection system, GTB series filling and sealing machines, BovIntel fertility monitoring (Sommet de l'élevage 2025 Innovation Award winner), and AI-powered Smart Counting computer-vision livestock counting.

IMV generates revenue through four primary streams: capital equipment sales (analysis systems, collection/filling/sealing machines, ultrasound and radiography devices, storage containers, nitrogen generators); recurring consumables (semen straws, sheaths, catheters, packaging); species-specific reproductive media and extenders (OptiXcell, INRA 96, PRIMXcell Ultra, TRIXcell, Ovodyl, StorFish, ActiFish); and software solutions including eSmile laboratory management and the BovIntel and Smart Counting platforms. Pricing is quote-based for enterprise and AI-center customers. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales via six country-specific localized websites (France, USA, Brazil, Spain, India, China), a dedicated distributor portal for partner channels, and direct supply to veterinary practices.

The company is owned and operated independently with wholly-owned subsidiaries Polysem (protective products), Leja (calibrated semen analysis slides), Cryo Bio System (human cryopreservation division, founded 1987), and IMV Imaging. IMV has executed a sustained acquisition strategy (NIFA Technologies 2010, Polysem 2012, Genotop 2015, Nelson Medical 2015, Echo Control Medical 2017, BCF Technology 2017, Tecnovet 2020, GenetiRate 2021, VES Custom Optics 2022, Veterinary Solutions Limited 2023) and secured institutional backing from Cathay Capital and Eurazeo PME (2010), Tikehau Capital (2016), and Muzinich & Co (2021). Recent strategic priorities include the 2022 Vitrafy Life Sciences partnership for nitrogen-free cryopreservation and expansion of the AI/software product layer around its installed equipment base.

Name

IMV Technologies

Legal name

IMV Technologies

Website

https://imv-technologies.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

IMV Technologies is a France-founded (1963) global leader in animal reproduction biotechnologies, manufacturing equipment, consumables, and software for artificial insemination across nine livestock species, processing 500M+ inseminations annually worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Reproduction Biotechnologies

NAICS

Horses and Other Equine Production (112920)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Artificial Insemination (AI) & Semen Collection/Distribution Services (AFAEAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Reproductive & Breeding Devices & Supplies (AI Equipment, Pregnancy Detection Aids) (HLAMAFAM), Equine Reproduction Services (Embryo Transfer, AI, Fertility Clinics) (AFAEAGAK), Reproductive & Endocrinology Diagnostics (Fertility, Hormones) (HLAMADAF), Reproductive Health & Hormonal Products (HLAMAEAI)

Keywords

• Animal reproduction biotechnologies
• Artificial insemination equipment
• Semen analysis systems
• Veterinary ultrasound imaging
• Livestock breeding consumables

Headquarters

HQ city

L'aigle

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment and Hardware Sales: Sale of capital equipment including semen analysis systems (IVOS Pro), filling and sealing machines (ISevo V2, GTB series), collection systems (Collectis), ultrasound devices, storage containers, and nitrogen generators.
2. Consumables: Recurring sales of single-use consumables including semen straws (various sizes and types), sheaths, catheters, media and extenders for different species, goblets, and protective equipment.
3. Reproductive Media and Solutions: Specialized preservation and extender media for various species including bovine (OptiXcell), equine (INRA 96), swine (PRIMXcell Ultra, TRIXcell), poultry (Ovodyl, NeXcell), and aquaculture (StorFish, ActiFish).
4. Software Solutions: Laboratory management software (eSmile), pregnancy detection and fertility monitoring systems (BovIntel), and AI-powered livestock counting solutions (Smart Counting).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

IMV Technologies manufactures and sells a comprehensive platform of animal reproductive biotechnologies including semen collection systems (Collectis), automated analysis equipment (IVOS Pro), filling and sealing machines (GTB series, ISevo V2), consumables (semen straws, catheters, extenders), laboratory management software (eSmile), and veterinary ultrasound imaging devices (BovIntel). The company serves bovine, equine, swine, ovine/caprine, canine, poultry, aquaculture, and rabbit breeding operations globally, processing over 500 million animal inseminations annually.

Product overview

IMV Technologies offers a comprehensive platform of reproductive biotechnologies spanning equipment, consumables, and software for animal reproduction across multiple species. The portfolio centers on semen analysis (IVOS Pro), AI-powered livestock counting (Smart Counting), automatic filling and sealing systems (GTB 500, GTB 1000 V3 ULTRA, ISevo V2), automated boar semen collection (Collectis), and bovine fertility technology (BovIntel). Supporting product lines include embryo transfer equipment and media, semen extenders (OptiXcell, PRIMXcell Ultra, NUTRIXcell Ultra), straws (Classic, Alpha, SensiTemp Alpha), catheters (GoldenPig), packaging bags (GTB Bag Ultra), gloves (Polysem), and farm management solutions (Contact-o-max, Companion Cart, No Back Draft). The company serves bovine, equine, swine, ovine, caprine, canine, rabbit, poultry, and aquaculture sectors through both direct sales and distributor networks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Polysem: Protective products including gloves for veterinarians, artificial insemination professionals and farmers
• Leja
• Cryo Bio System

Products and services

• IVOS Pro Streamlined semen analysis and counting system achieving maximum doses and quality through digital automation, used for automated semen analysis in laboratories.
• Smart Counting AI-powered livestock counting solution using computer vision technology that guarantees minimum accuracy for automated animal counting.
• GTB 500 Automatic dosing and sealing machine for porcine semen doses with reliable performance and intuitive operation, designed for farms and medium studs.
• GTB 1000 V3 ULTRA Automatic filling and sealing machine designed for both productivity and biosecurity in swine semen processing.
• ISevo V2 High-performance straw filling machine designed for optimal efficiency, precision, and quality control in semen processing operations.
• Collectis Unique automatic system for boar semen collection, with over 12,000 boars collected using this system globally.
• BovIntel World-first in bovine fertility technology providing ultrasound-based pregnancy detection and fertility monitoring for cattle.
• Digitcool alpha Controlled rate straw freezer designed for precise and uniform semen straw freezing.
• Flexia Versatile semen applicator for bovines, compatible with mini and medium straws.
• eSmile User-friendly laboratory management software linking all aspects of semen identification and tracking.
• OptiXcell Unique liposome-based extender without animal protein, for fresh and frozen bovine semen.
• PRIMXcell Ultra New media designed to optimize swine spermatozoa performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500 million+ animal inseminations processed annually through IMV's global platform
• +1 more outcomes

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Vitrafy Life Sciences LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 January 202612-month Strategic Commercial Agreement to jointly commercialize a global cryopreservation offering for farm animals and aquaculture. The partnership integrates Vitrafy's nitrogen-free cryopreservation technology with IMV's existing global animal reproduction platform, which processes over 500 million animal inseminations annually. The agreement creates immediate revenue opportunities and positions both companies for long-term growth through global market access, while Vitrafy continues advancing its separate human health strategy in North America.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• CRV: CRV is a Dutch farmer-owned cooperative providing bovine AI services, herd management software, and reproductive technology across Europe and beyond. It directly competes with IMV in bovine AI consumables, straws, and equipment, with comparable species-specialized media portfolios.
• Genus plc: Genus plc is a UK-listed global leader in animal genetics and AI services for porcine and bovine, operating through subsidiaries PIC and ABS Global. It is the most directly comparable publicly-traded peer to IMV, matching its AI services + proprietary genetics + global distribution model.
• ABS Global: ABS Global is the bovine genetics and AI services division of Genus plc, one of the world's largest bovine AI organizations. It competes with IMV Technologies in bovine AI equipment, consumables, and reproductive services across global markets.
• Select Sires Inc. Select Sires is a US farmer-owned cooperative and one of the largest bovine AI organizations globally, offering semen, AI equipment, and reproductive services. It directly competes with IMV in bovine AI consumables and equipment across North America.
• Cogent Breeding: Cogent is a UK-based bovine genetics and AI services company providing sexed semen, embryo transfer, and reproductive technology. It directly competes with IMV in bovine AI services, sexed semen, and reproduction consumables across EMEA markets.
• Minitube International: Minitube is a German-headquartered specialist in animal reproduction technology — semen collection, processing, cryopreservation, and AI consumables/equipment across multiple species. It is the closest pure-play direct competitor to IMV Technologies in equipment and consumables for AI laboratories worldwide.

Broad incumbents

• Virbac: Virbac is a France-headquartered global animal health company offering pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and reproductive products for livestock and companion animals. As a broad incumbent, it competes with IMV in reproductive health products but does not specialize in AI equipment and consumables.
• IDEXX Laboratories: IDEXX Laboratories is a US-listed leader in veterinary diagnostics, imaging, and practice management software. Through its imaging portfolio it overlaps with IMV Imaging in veterinary ultrasound and diagnostic equipment, though IDEXX is much broader and does not focus on AI consumables.
• Zoetis: Zoetis is the world's largest animal health company offering pharmaceuticals, vaccines, diagnostics, and genetic testing — including reproductive health products. As a broad incumbent, it overlaps with IMV in veterinary reproductive pharmaceuticals and herd health diagnostics but does not specialize in AI equipment and consumables.

Emerging players

• Hamilton Thorne: Hamilton Thorne is a US-listed smaller specialist in animal reproduction and IVF technology, offering equipment and consumables for animal and human ART. It overlaps with IMV in semen analysis and reproductive technology equipment but at a smaller scale and narrower product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/imvtechnologies
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/imv-technologies

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors4 records

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M&A10 records

Investments

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