SternMed

What SternMed does

SternMed GmbH is a privately held German medical-device manufacturer headquartered in Ravensburg, Baden-Württemberg, founded in 2011 and controlled by Managing Director Dr. Stefan Fiedler. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes a broad portfolio of medical devices marketed under sub-brands including Marcom (MRI), Xenox (radiography, mammography, C-arms), Cytom (CT), Lumax (surgical lights), Onex (operating tables), Sonos (ultrasound), Macs (patient monitors), Avacs (anesthesia), Ecut (electrosurgery), and Vento (ventilators). The full catalogue covers diagnostic imaging (0.35T, 0.5T, and 1.5T MRI; 16-slice CT; DR, DRF, mobile X-ray; mammography; C-arms; ultrasound), operating-room solutions (surgical lights, hydraulic and electro-hydraulic operating tables, anesthesia units, electrosurgical units), and patient care (multi-parameter monitors, infusion and syringe pumps, ICU ventilators). SternMed holds ISO 13485:2021 certification issued by TÜV Nord and is positioned as a "Designed & Produced in Germany" cost-effective alternative to premium OEMs such as Siemens Healthineers and GE Healthcare.

The company sells through a combination of direct sales to hospitals and a worldwide distributor network spanning 30+ countries, with primary focus on emerging and budget-constrained healthcare markets in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Pricing is quote-based and project-dependent; multi-year contracts are typical, and large anchor deals are common (e.g., 360 ventilators delivered to EsSalud Peru via UNOPS across seven shipments during the COVID-19 pandemic, plus humanitarian shipments via UNHCR Lebanon and the Barzani Charity Foundation in Iraq). SternMed also delivers turnkey healthcare project solutions combining device selection, installation, and training, complemented by a 2025 partnership with R:Ed Africa that has trained 170+ biomedical professionals across five African countries. The company has no disclosed external funding, operates with a headcount of 11–50 employees (range per firmographic data), and pursues regulatory-compliant market expansion through trade-show presence at MEDICA, Arab Health, Africa Health, and MedPharma.

Revenue mechanics are concentrated in hardware sales of higher-priced capital equipment and lower-priced consumables/accessories, packaged with installation, training, and after-sales support into single project contracts. Customer mix is heavily institutional — government hospitals, NGO/UN procurement, and regional public-health programs — supplemented by mid-market private practices in Germany and Europe. Founder ownership, ISO 13485:2021 certification, German Healthcare Alliance membership, and a multilingual (DE/FR/EN/ES) digital footprint support the company's positioning as a turnkey, value-engineered medical-equipment supplier for under-served healthcare systems.

Name

SternMed

Legal name

SternMed GmbH

Website

https://sternmed.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

German medical-device manufacturer (SternMed GmbH, Ravensburg, founded 2011) producing affordable diagnostic imaging, operating-room, and ICU equipment for hospitals, governments, and NGOs in emerging markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Device Manufacturing

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (33911), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Portable, Mobile & Point-of-Care Imaging Systems (HLAHABAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Open & Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments (Handheld, Laparoscopic, MIS) (HLAHADAA)

Keywords

• Medical device manufacturing
• Diagnostic imaging equipment
• Operating room solutions
• ICU patient care equipment
• Healthcare project solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Ravensburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Hardware Sales: Sale of medical imaging equipment (MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography), operating room equipment (surgical lights, operating tables, anesthesia units, electrosurgical units), and ICU/patient care equipment (patient monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps)
2. Healthcare Project Solutions: Turnkey healthcare project delivery including appropriate medical devices selection, installation, and support services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SternMed GmbH designs, manufactures, and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of medical devices for diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, mobile C-arms, ultrasound), operating room solutions (surgical lights, operating tables, anesthesia units, electrosurgical units), and ICU/patient care (patient monitors, infusion and syringe pumps, ICU ventilators). The company sells these devices directly to healthcare institutions and through an international distributor network, with a focus on cost-effective German-quality equipment for emerging markets including Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Product overview

SternMed is a manufacturer of medical devices based in Ravensburg, Germany, offering a comprehensive portfolio of medical imaging, operating room, and patient care equipment. The product portfolio includes MRI systems (Marcom series at 0.35T, 0.5T, and 1.5T), CT scanners (Cytom 16), digital radiography systems (Xenox DRF, DR, and M series), mammography systems (Xenox S series), mobile C-arms (Xenox C series), and ultrasound systems (Sonos series) for diagnostic imaging. Operating room solutions include surgical lights (Lumax series), operating tables (Onex series), anesthesia units (Avacs 50), and electrosurgical units (Ecut 400S Plus). Patient care equipment encompasses patient monitors (Macs series, PC-Macs series), medical pumps (IPN 56 infusion pump, SPN 58 syringe pump), and ICU ventilators (Vento 62). The company focuses on providing affordable, German-quality medical equipment designed for healthcare facilities worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Xenox: Product brand for digital radiography systems (DRF1000, DR400, DR500), mobile X-ray systems (M70, M80, M90, M100), mammography systems (S100, S200), and mobile C-arms (C100, C200, C400).
• Marcom
• Lumax
• Onex
• Cytom
• Sonos
• Macs / PC-Macs
• Avacs
• Ecut
• Vento

Products and services

• Marcom 0.35T MRI Scanner Permanent magnet MRI scanner operating at 0.35 Tesla field strength for diagnostic imaging in healthcare facilities.
• Marcom 0.5T MRI Scanner Permanent magnet MRI scanner operating at 0.5 Tesla field strength for diagnostic imaging.
• Marcom 1.5T MRI Scanner Permanent magnet MRI scanner operating at 1.5 Tesla field strength for comprehensive medical imaging diagnostics.
• Cytom 16 CT Scanner 16-slice computed tomography scanner for diagnostic imaging applications in hospitals and imaging centers.
• Xenox DRF1000 Digital Radio-Fluoroscopy System Compact, versatile digital radiography and fluoroscopy system for radiography, fluoroscopy, angiography, and interventional studies.
• Xenox M70 Mobile X-ray System Mobile radiography system for flexible X-ray imaging in various clinical settings.
• Xenox M80 Mobile X-ray System Mobile radiography system for flexible X-ray imaging in various clinical settings.
• Xenox M90 Mobile X-ray System Mobile radiography system for flexible X-ray imaging in various clinical settings.
• Xenox M100 Mobile X-ray System Mobile radiography system with advanced digital radiography capabilities.
• Xenox DR400 Digital Radiography System Digital radiography system delivering high-quality imaging, available in single and dual detector configurations.
• Xenox DR500 Digital Radiography System Ceiling-mounted digital radiography system with fast imaging, ergonomic design, and reduced-dose technology.
• Xenox S100 Digital Mammography System Digital mammography system for breast cancer screening and diagnosis.
• Xenox S200 Digital Mammography System Advanced digital mammography system for comprehensive breast imaging.
• Xenox C100 Mobile C-arm Mobile C-arm fluoroscopy system for intraoperative imaging during surgical procedures.
• Xenox C200 Mobile C-arm Mobile C-arm fluoroscopy system for intraoperative imaging during surgical procedures.
• Xenox C400 Mobile C-arm Advanced mobile C-arm fluoroscopy system for complex surgical procedures.
• Sonos 10 Ultrasound System Diagnostic ultrasound system for clinical imaging applications.
• Sonos 12 Ultrasound System Advanced diagnostic ultrasound system with high-resolution imaging capabilities.
• Lumax 15/25/1M Surgical Light High-intensity surgical lighting system with uniform illumination and precise color rendering, available in ceiling-mounted and mobile versions.
• Lumax 3 & 5/3M Surgical Light LED surgical lamp with shadow-free clarity and visual comfort for surgeons and OR teams.
• Onex 101 Operating Table Operating table with reliable hydraulic stabilization and versatile positioning for a wide range of surgical specialties.
• Onex 102 Operating Table Electro-hydraulic operating table with 297 kg load capacity, supporting a broad range of surgical disciplines.
• Onex 201 Operating Table Operating table for surgical procedures requiring advanced positioning capabilities.
• Onex 202 Operating Table Operating table for surgical procedures requiring advanced positioning capabilities.
• Onex 203 Operating Table Operating table for surgical procedures requiring advanced positioning capabilities.
• Avacs 50 Anesthesia Unit Anesthesia machine for delivering anesthetic gases during surgical procedures.
• Ecut 400S Plus Electrosurgical Unit Electrosurgical device for cutting and coagulating tissue during surgical procedures.
• Macs 10 Patient Monitor Patient monitoring system for tracking vital signs in clinical settings.
• Macs 20 Patient Monitor Patient monitoring system with enhanced monitoring capabilities for clinical use.
• Macs 30 Patient Monitor Advanced patient monitoring system for intensive care applications.
• Macs 50 Patient Monitor High-acuity patient monitoring system for critical care applications.
• PC-Macs Patient Monitor Series Series of patient monitors for comprehensive vital sign monitoring in clinical and ICU settings.
• IPN 56 Infusion Pump Infusion pump for precise delivery of intravenous medications and fluids.
• SPN 58 Syringe Pump Syringe pump for accurate medication delivery in clinical settings.
• Vento 62 ICU Ventilator Ventilator for intensive care unit ventilation support, including deployment for COVID-19 patient care.
• Turnkey Healthcare Project Solutions End-to-end healthcare project delivery including medical device selection, installation, and after-sales support for hospitals and healthcare infrastructure projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 170+ healthcare professionals trained across 5 African countries through digital training program
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• R:Ed Africa (Right for Education Africa)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Partnership with R:Ed Africa for medical technology training program targeting biomedical engineers, technicians, and healthcare practitioners across Africa. Delivered over 40 live training sessions covering X-ray, MRI, ultrasound, patient monitoring, anesthesia, ventilation, OR equipment, mammography, and medical pumps. Over 170 participants from Kenya, Ghana, Ethiopia, Zambia, and other African countries benefited from over 200 hours of training with 4.5/5 average satisfaction rating.
• MedPharma AfricaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Participation in MedPharma event in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire as part of German company pavilion, highlighting German healthcare technology quality and potential for West African healthcare infrastructure development.
• Barzani Charity Foundation (BCF)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Donation of 10.5 tonnes of medical equipment including patient monitors, ultrasound systems, ventilators, and mobile X-ray systems to vulnerable families in Iraqi cities through BCF and KRG Ministry of Health.
• Society for Relief (Kuwait)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Kuwaiti relief organization that purchased medical equipment from Germany for donation through Barzani Charity Foundation to Iraq.
• UNOPS PerumajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Partnership with United Nations Office for Projects (UNOPS) Peru for the procurement and delivery of 360 ventilators to EsSalud Peru healthcare facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• EsSalud PerumajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Health initiative partnership for COVID-19 response, receiving 360 ventilators in 7 deliveries from Ravensburg facility to hospitals in Lima and provinces including Hospital III in Iquitos.
• UNHCR LebanonmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Provided ventilators to fight COVID-19 in refugee settings in Lebanon through collaboration with UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency.
• German Healthcare Alliance (GHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of German Healthcare Alliance (GHA), a network of German healthcare companies promoting German healthcare technology globally.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Healthineers: Global premium medical imaging and diagnostics company. Competes with SternMed in MRI, CT, and X-ray categories, particularly in emerging-market tenders where SternMed positions itself on value.
• GE HealthCare: Global medical technology and diagnostics company with broad imaging, ultrasound, and patient care portfolios. Comparable to SternMed across nearly all product categories, but at vastly greater scale and brand recognition.
• Drägerwerk: German medical and safety technology company with a strong portfolio in anesthesia, ventilation, and patient monitoring. Comparable to SternMed's ICU and OR offerings, but a much larger and more established German peer.
• United Imaging Healthcare: Chinese manufacturer of advanced medical imaging equipment (MRI, CT, X-ray, PET). Comparable to SternMed's imaging portfolio with a stronger high-end tilt, and an emerging-market sales footprint.
• B. Braun: German medical technology and pharmaceutical company with infusion pumps, surgical equipment, and ICU products in its portfolio. Overlaps with SternMed on pumps, OR, and ICU categories, though far larger and more diversified.

Direct peers

• Edan Instruments: China-based manufacturer of patient monitors, ultrasound, and diagnostic equipment with a strong emerging-market distribution presence. Directly comparable on product mix (monitoring + imaging) and value-segment positioning.
• BPL Medical Technologies: Indian medical device manufacturer with portfolio covering imaging, OR, and patient care equipment, focused on cost-effective solutions for emerging markets. Highly comparable to SternMed in product mix and target geography.
• Mindray: Chinese global medical device manufacturer with a broad portfolio spanning patient monitoring, ultrasound, and in-vitro diagnostics. Highly comparable to SternMed's portfolio breadth and emerging-market focus, though at significantly larger scale.
• Trivitron Healthcare: Emerging-market-focused medical device company offering imaging, OR, and critical care equipment. Comparable to SternMed in product breadth, price-point positioning, and focus on Africa and South Asia.
• Contec Medical Systems: Manufacturer of patient monitoring, ultrasound, and diagnostic equipment selling into emerging markets. Closely comparable to SternMed on value-segment positioning and breadth of ICU/imaging product range.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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