What MR Solutions does

MR Solutions is a privately held UK-based designer and manufacturer of preclinical MRI and multi-modality imaging systems, founded as a spin-out of the University of Surrey in 1984 and headquartered in Guildford with a regional office in Boston, Massachusetts. The company developed and commercializes the world's first range of cryogen-free (dry magnet) superconducting preclinical MRI scanners spanning 3T to 9.4T, which eliminate the need for liquid helium, quench lines, and venting infrastructure, reducing system weight by roughly a factor of ten and enabling installation in standard laboratories and biosafety containment environments up to BSL-4.

The core product platform comprises the MRS*DRYMAG MRI systems, with PET INSERT and PET CLIP-ON modules, multi-pinhole SPECT modules, four PET/CT models for animals up to 12 kg, and the SmartMI AI software for SNR/resolution enhancement. Supporting products include EVO MRI spectrometers, a three-tier software suite (EasyScan, Preclinical Scan, Powerscan), RF coils, and the ImaCore 3D rock core imaging solution developed with Green Imaging Technologies for the oil and gas sector.

MR Solutions sells capital equipment and related services through direct enterprise sales from its UK and US offices, supported by a global distributor network, with over 95% of revenue from exports and 2,000+ installations across academic medical centers, universities, pharmaceutical/biotech research labs, and industrial customers. The company has won three Queen's Awards for Enterprise (2016 and 2019 for Innovation; 2017 for International Trade), an R&D 100 Award, and an Institute of Physics Innovation Award, and is led by founder/Chairman David Taylor and CEO Nicky Doughty.

Name

MR Solutions

Legal name

MR Solutions Ltd.

Website

https://mrsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

MR Solutions designs and manufactures the world's first commercial cryogen-free superconducting preclinical MRI systems (3T to 9.4T) and multi-modality PET/SPECT/CT modules, selling to academic medical centers, universities, and pharmaceutical/biotech research labs across 95%+ export markets with 2,000+ installations globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Preclinical Imaging Equipment

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Systems (HLAHABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging (SPECT/PET) (HLAHABAE), X-ray & Fluoroscopy Systems (HLAHABAA)

Keywords

• Cryogen-free MRI systems
• Preclinical imaging equipment
• PET/MR imaging
• Multi-modality imaging
• MRI spectrometers

Headquarters

HQ city

Guildford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Preclinical MRI Scanner Sales: Sale of cryogen-free preclinical MRI systems (3T to 9.4T) as capital equipment. Systems are sold directly to research institutions, universities, and pharmaceutical companies. Each system can be configured with optional PET, SPECT, and CT modules. One-time capital purchase model with accompanying installation and training services.
2. Molecular Imaging Module Sales: Sale of PET INSERT, PET CLIP-ON, and SPECT modules that attach to MRI systems for multi-modality imaging. Also includes PET/CT systems sold as standalone units or in combination with MRI. Modules can be used independently as standalone scanners.
3. CT Scanner Sales: Sale of four CT scanner models (Benchtop, 80, 120, 220) for preclinical imaging. CT systems operate alone or with PET and SPECT clip-on modules. Industry-leading high-contrast and high-resolution imaging with zoom facilities.
4. MRI Spectrometer Sales: Sale of EVO MRI spectrometers with full pulse sequence programming capabilities. Spectrometers complement MRI scanner sales.
5. Software Licenses: Three-tier software suite: EasyScan (routine applications), Preclinical Scan (optimum functionality), and Powerscan (research user - full control). Software is bundled with hardware systems.
6. Service, Support, and Training: Technical and application support, training services, and ongoing maintenance contracts. The company provides global service coverage through offices in the UK and USA and a network of distributors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MR Solutions designs, manufactures, and sells the world's first commercial range of cryogen-free (dry magnet) superconducting preclinical MRI systems from 3T to 9.4T, along with integrated PET, SPECT, and CT modules for multi-modality imaging, AI-powered image enhancement software, MRI spectrometers, and a specialized rock core imaging solution. These high-field capital imaging systems are sold primarily to academic research institutions, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and select industrial research organizations worldwide.

Product overview

MR Solutions is a world leader in MRI technology, offering the world's first commercial range of cryogen-free (dry magnet) superconducting preclinical MRI systems. The product portfolio spans from 3T to 9.4T field strengths and includes standalone MRI systems (MRS*DRYMAG), multi-modality combinations (PET/MR, PET/CT, SPECT/CT/MR), and specialized add-ons. The core platform consists of cryogen-free MRI systems that eliminate the need for liquid helium cooling, with PET and SPECT imaging modules available as either simultaneous inserts or sequential clip-on accessories. Supporting software includes three tiers: EasyScan for routine users, Preclinical Scan for advanced parameter control, and Powerscan for full research flexibility. Specialized offerings include SmartMI AI for image enhancement, MRI spectrometers (EVO), ImaCore for rock core imaging in oil and gas, and various accessories including RF coils and clinical conversion kits.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MRS*DRYMAG: Cryogen-free superconducting dry magnet MRI technology ranging from 3T to 9.4T, eliminating the need for liquid helium cooling.
• SmartMI
• MRS*PET
• MRS*SPECT
• MRS*PET/CT
• ImaCore
• Powerscan
• Easyscan
• Preclinical Scan

Products and services

• MRS*DRYMAG Cryogen-Free MRI Systems World's first commercial range of cryogen-free (dry magnet) superconducting preclinical MRI systems from 3T to 9.4T, with variable field capability, vertical magnet options, and PET/SPECT compatibility. Eliminates the need for liquid helium cooling, weighs as little as 350 kg for 7T, and reduces stray field from metres to centimetres. Sold to academic and pharmaceutical research institutions.
• MRS*PET INSERT PET module placed within the bore of the MRI scanner to enable simultaneous PET/MR imaging, using solid-state SiPM detectors. Designed for research institutions needing combined anatomical and functional imaging.
• MRS*PET CLIP-ON PET module that clips on to the front of the MRI for automated sequential PET/MR imaging, also compatible with MR Solutions' CT systems for PET/CT imaging.
• MRS*PET/CT Systems Four PET/CT systems ranging from Benchtop to large bore (PET/CT Benchtop, 80, 120, 220), capable of imaging animals up to 12 kg. Uses GPU reconstruction, with high resolution up to 5 micrometres on PET/CT 80. Compatible with 9.4T MR systems.
• MRS*SPECT/CT/MR SPECT imaging module using multi-pinhole technology for high-resolution preclinical imaging, designed for sequential multimodality imaging in combination with CT and MR up to 9.4T. Can be used independently or clipped on to MRI.
• MRS*PET/MR Imaging Systems Combined PET/MR imaging systems available at 3.0T, 4.7T, 7.0T, and 9.4T, supporting simultaneous PET/MR via PET INSERT or sequential imaging via PET CLIP-ON for preclinical research.
• SmartMI AI Software AI-powered machine learning software for preclinical MRI that enhances signal-to-noise ratio and resolution. Enables a 7T system to achieve SNR equivalent to a 20T system, allowing researchers to increase spatial resolution and/or reduce acquisition times.
• MRI Spectrometers (EVO) MRI spectrometers providing unlimited TX and RX in multiples of 4, multiple gigabyte pulse program and waveform memory, pulse sequence floating point support, and a pulse sequence maths library for advanced MRI researchers.
• ImaCore 3D Rock Core Imaging High-resolution 3D MRI imaging system for rock core analysis in the oil and gas sector. Combines MR Solutions' cryogen-free MRI (0.1T to 3.0T) with Green Imaging Technologies' GIT Systems 3D Imaging software. Supports 1 to 4 inch diameter samples with pressure and flow cells for reservoir-condition measurements.
• MRS*DRYMAG 42 cm Large Bore Magnets Largest bore MRI magnets from MR Solutions, available at 3T, 4.7T, and 7T with 42 cm bore size. Suitable for neonatal research and preclinical imaging up to 15 kg animals, with no liquid helium, nitrogen, quench pipes, or valves required. Compatible with PET INSERT and PET CLIP-ON modules.

Quantifiable outcome

• SNR enhancement: a 7T system with SmartMI achieves the SNR equivalent of a 20.0T system; a 9.4T system achieves even higher SNR, enabling either higher spatial resolution or reduced acquisition times
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Houston MethodistflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 May 2025Houston Methodist installed the world's first 7T SPECT/MR system with PET INSERT from MR Solutions. This represents a landmark installation demonstrating MR Solutions' technological leadership in simultaneous multi-modality high-field preclinical imaging for advanced medical research.
• Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell / Rosalind Franklin InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 September 2024MR Solutions installed a PET scanner at the Mary Lyon Centre as part of a collaboration with the Rosalind Franklin Institute. The partners are developing novel radiotracers for PET imaging to understand fundamental biochemical processes and disease. Professor Ben Davis noted PET imaging will help better understand disease and open new avenues of treatment.
• IMAPPI Consortium (Integrated Magnetic resonance and Positron emission tomography in Preclinical Imaging)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2016MR Solutions was selected as partner for Phase II and III of the IMAPPI consortium project, funded by a French Government grant (French National Research Agency ANR under 'Investissements d'Avenir' program, reference ANR-10-EQPX-05-01/IMAPPI Equipex). MR Solutions completed Phase 2 (sequential PET/MR imager installed at Georges-François Leclerc Cancer Center in Dijon, France) and Phase 3 (simultaneous PET/MR imager for the same center). Dr David Taylor noted only a company with strong MRI expertise could achieve integration of a PET scanner with a high-field MR system.
• Green Imaging Technologies Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 January 2016MR Solutions partnered with Green Imaging Technologies Inc. (New Brunswick, Canada) to develop and sell the ImaCore 3D rock core imaging system for the oil and gas sector. Green Imaging Technologies contributes 10+ years of rock core analysis expertise using NMR and MRI technologies, combined with GIT Systems 3D Imaging software. The ImaCore system integrates MR Solutions' cryogen-free MRI technology with Green Imaging's software to provide complete 3D rock core imaging and flow study solutions. Three orders for the ImaCore system were already placed within the oil and gas sector at launch.
• IMAPPI Consortium Partners (CGFL, Pharmimage, Pharmaco-imaging)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe IMAPPI consortium includes MR Solutions, CGFL (Centre Georges-François Leclerc), Pharmimage, and Pharmaco-imaging. Organized a 7T PET-MR workshop with demonstrations of the integrated PET/MR system and roundtables on preclinical oncology, neurology, cardiovascular diseases, and multimodal probes design. The workshop also launched the MR Solutions users group.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• MILabs: MILabs specializes in high-resolution preclinical SPECT, PET, and CT systems, including hybrid configurations for molecular imaging research. It is an emerging competitor in multi-modality preclinical imaging overlapping MR Solutions' PET/SPECT offerings.
• Aspect Imaging: Aspect Imaging develops compact MRI systems for preclinical and point-of-care applications, including Embrace and M-series neonatal MRI. Comparable to MR Solutions for its focus on compact, cryogen-light MRI design philosophy.
• Cubresa: Cubresa develops compact preclinical PET insert systems designed to integrate with existing MRI scanners for simultaneous PET/MR imaging. It directly competes with MR Solutions' PET INSERT product in the hybrid PET/MR preclinical segment.
• Trifoil Imaging: Trifoil Imaging (previously Gamma Medica) provides preclinical molecular imaging systems including PET, SPECT, and CT for research applications. Comparable as a smaller specialist competing in the preclinical molecular imaging space alongside MR Solutions' PET/SPECT modules.

Direct peers

• Mediso Medical Imaging Systems: Mediso is a leading preclinical PET/SPECT/CT manufacturer offering multi-modality imaging systems for research labs. It directly competes with MR Solutions in molecular imaging, particularly for PET/CT and SPECT/CT preclinical configurations.
• Bruker: Bruker is the dominant incumbent in preclinical MRI and the closest direct competitor to MR Solutions. It offers a broad range of preclinical MRI systems (including BioSpec), PET, SPECT, and CT modalities, serving the same academic and pharmaceutical research labs worldwide.

Broad incumbents

• Revvity (formerly PerkinElmer Life Sciences): Revvity (spun off from PerkinElmer) provides preclinical imaging reagents, IVIS optical imaging, and broader life-sciences tools. Comparable as a broader preclinical research tools incumbent with overlap in imaging for pharma and academic drug discovery customers.
• Siemens Healthineers: Siemens Healthineers is a global medical imaging incumbent with MRI, PET, SPECT, and CT systems across both clinical and preclinical markets. Comparable as a multi-modality imaging platform competitor with substantially larger resources and installed base than MR Solutions.
• Philips Healthcare: Philips is a major clinical imaging incumbent with MRI, PET, CT, and SPECT systems and a growing presence in translational research. Comparable as a broad incumbent with multi-modality imaging capability and global reach.
• GE HealthCare: GE HealthCare is one of the largest medical imaging OEMs with MRI, PET, CT, and SPECT portfolios serving research and clinical customers. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing in adjacent imaging modalities and large-scale research installations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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