Vermon
Vermon designs and manufactures custom ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for global medical imaging OEMs, research laboratories, and industrial NDT customers. The 40+ year-old French company, privately held by Doliam Group, operates four entities under Vermon Group producing 150,000+ arrays annually.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1984
- HeadquartersTours, France
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Vermon does
Vermon is a French-headquartered designer and manufacturer of custom ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes, operating since 1984 as a privately held subsidiary of Doliam Group. The company serves three primary markets: medical imaging OEMs (radiology, cardiovascular, OB/GYN, urology, surgery, MSK), academic and preclinical research laboratories, and industrial non-destructive testing customers in Oil & Gas, Energy, and Aerospace. Its revenue model is a B2B OEM and quote-based contract model, with custom development and multi-year supply contracts; pricing is not publicly disclosed. End customers are not individually named, but the company describes itself as a partner to "global medical imaging OEMs," startups, large industrial groups, and research labs worldwide.
The company's core technology portfolio spans four transducer platforms: Piezocomposite (the established workhorse), Single Crystal (SiX) for higher sensitivity and bandwidth, CMUT and PMUT micromachined platforms for next-generation imaging, and emerging Integrated Photonic Ultrasound Transducers (IPUT) under the EU-funded Med-IPUT consortium. Production capacity is stated at 150,000+ arrays per year (250K on the corporate homepage), produced across vertically integrated facilities with ISO 7 and ISO 8 cleanrooms and ISO 13485 certification. As of July 2026, Vermon reorganized four entities (Vermon / France, TransducerWorks / USA, Moduleus / France, Vermon NDT / USA) under the unified Vermon Group platform, simultaneously acquiring Moduleus to extend from transducer components into OEM ultrasound subsystems and tripling its US manufacturing footprint at a new Centre Hall, Pennsylvania facility. The Group employs 600+ professionals including 130+ dedicated R&D experts and participates in multiple EU and French government-funded consortia (POCUSI / France 2030, Med-IPUT / Horizon Europe), positioning itself as a strategic asset in French and European technological sovereignty in medical imaging.
Vermon firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Vermon
- Legal name
- Vermon
- Website
- https://vermon.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1984
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- Vermon designs and manufactures custom ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for global medical imaging OEMs, research laboratories, and industrial NDT customers. The 40+ year-old French company, privately held by Doliam Group, operates four entities under Vermon Group producing 150,000+ arrays annually.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Vermon industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Medical Device Components - Ultrasound Transducers
- NAICS
- Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)
- SIC
- Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Ultrasound & Echography Systems (HLAHABAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- NDT/NDE Inspection Equipment (Ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, thermography) (IMAGAFAI), Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging (Echo/CT/MRI/Nuclear) (HLAKABAE), Energy-Based Surgical Devices (Electrosurgery, RF, Ultrasonic, Laser) (HLAHADAC)
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Where Vermon is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Tours
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
Vermon business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Custom Ultrasound Probes and Transducers: Design and manufacture of customized ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for medical and industrial applications. Revenue generated through direct OEM partnerships and custom product development contracts.
- OEM Ultrasound Subsystems: Through Moduleus acquisition, Vermon Group now offers ultrasound subsystems and customizable subsystems enabling integration of ultrasound intelligence into complete devices
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom OEM probe development and manufacturing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Vermon product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Vermon designs and manufactures customized ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for medical imaging OEMs and industrial non-destructive testing applications. The company produces high-resolution probes spanning frequencies from 1.0 MHz to 40.0 MHz across multiple form factors (linear, curved, phased, endocavity, surgery, matrix, CW Doppler) for radiology, cardiology, obstetrics, urology, interventional surgery, and preclinical research. Through Vermon Group, it also offers OEM ultrasound subsystems (Moduleus) and Phased Array Ultrasound Testing (PAUT) probes for Oil & Gas, Energy, and Aerospace sectors.
Product overview
Vermon is a global leader in the design and manufacture of ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for medical and industrial applications. Vermon Group operates as a unified platform comprising four entities: Vermon (France) - the historical core company and technological engine; TransducerWorks (Pennsylvania, USA) - providing North American manufacturing capacity; Moduleus (France) - specializing in OEM ultrasound subsystems; and Vermon NDT (South Carolina, USA) - serving industrial non-destructive testing markets. The product portfolio spans multiple probe types including Linear Array Probes (6.0-40.0MHz), Curved Array Probes (including Microconvex variants), Phased Array Probes, Endocavity Array Probes with 3D Wobble motorized variants, Surgery Probes (intraoperative and laparoscopic), Matrix Arrays & Row-Column Arrays (32x32 configurations for research), CW Doppler Pencil Probes, OEM USB Probes for portable applications, Hockey-Stick Linear Arrays, and Biplane Probes for urology. The company produces over 150,000 arrays per year with 40+ years of ultrasonic expertise.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Linear Array Probes High-frequency linear array ultrasound probes for vascular, radiology, and MSK imaging, available in multiple configurations from 6.0 MHz to 40.0 MHz with 128-256 elements, designed for OEM medical imaging systems.
- Curved Array Probes Curved array ultrasound probes for obstetrics, gynecology, radiology, and abdominal imaging, featuring single-crystal (SiX) and piezocomposite technology variants with sector display format.
- Phased Array Probes Phased array probes for cardio-vascular and transcranial Doppler imaging with compact, ergonomic design for examining heart structures and brain vascularization; includes SiX single-crystal variants.
- Endocavity Array Probes Endocavity curved and linear array probes for obstetrics/gynecology and urology imaging, including 3D Wobble motorized variants for volumetric acquisition in prostate and early pregnancy monitoring.
- Surgery Probes Intraoperative and laparoscopic probes for interventional surgery imaging and therapy guidance, including I-shaped, T-shaped, and robotic-compatible designs compliant with high-level disinfection processes.
- Matrix Arrays & Row-Column Arrays Fully-populated matrix array probes (32x32 configurations) for research and preclinical imaging, providing 3D real-time data with high frame rate ultra-fast imaging at frequencies from 1.0 MHz to 15.0 MHz.
- CW Doppler Pencil Probes Continuous Wave non-imaging ultrasound probes for Doppler blood flow measurements in small and large vessels, used for Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) examinations.
- OEM USB Probe USB-connected ultrasound probes for OEM integration, enabling portable and point-of-care ultrasound applications.
- Moduleus OEM Ultrasound Subsystems Customizable OEM ultrasound subsystems enabling integration of ultrasound intelligence into complete medical and industrial devices, expanding Vermon's offering beyond transducers into integrated solutions.
- Vermon NDT PAUT Probes Phased Array Ultrasound (PAUT) probes for non-destructive testing in demanding industrial environments, serving Oil & Gas, Energy, and Aerospace sectors for flaw detection and quality inspection.
Quantifiable outcome
- 100 times more sensitive ultrasound sensors through Med-IPUT photonic technology
Companies that use Vermon
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Vermon technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Vermon partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- ModuleuscoreAcquired specialist in OEM ultrasound subsystems. Brings complementary expertise in integration of ultrasound technologies, enhancing Vermon Group's ability to offer more integrated ultrasound solutions across larger portion of value chain.
- E-ScopicscorePartnership within POCUSI consortium (Point of Care UltraSound for Screening & Intervention), awarded €6.7M under France 2030 plan. E-Scopics provides next-generation software platform, Vermon contributes high-performance ultrasound probes. Project targets democratizing point-of-care ultrasound for chronic liver diseases and metabolic disorders.
- IHU StrasbourgcoreClinical and preclinical trial expertise partner in POCUSI consortium. IHU Strasbourg contributes to development of software-based, intelligent, frugal ultrasound imaging devices as part of French digital ultrasound sector development.
- Inria (MIMESIS team)coreData-guided medical simulation tools partner in POCUSI consortium. Inria's MIMESIS team provides simulation capabilities supporting development of intelligent ultrasound imaging solutions.
- Med-IPUT Consortium (TNO, VTT, Ligentec, EIBIR)coreHorizon Europe funded project developing Integrated Photonic Ultrasound Transducers (IPUTs). Vermon leads design and integration of demonstrators combining piezoelectric and photonic technologies. Expected to deliver 100x sensitivity improvement over current ultrasound sensors.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Vermon competitors and assessment
Company assessmentEmerging players
- Esaote: Italian-headquartered ultrasound and MRI OEM with strong presence in MSK, cardiology, and point-of-care segments. Comparable on the end-product ultrasound side and a likely customer for Vermon's specialty transducers given overlap in cardiovascular and MSK clinical specialties.
- Samsung Medison: Korean ultrasound and women's health imaging OEM (HERA W10, RS85). Competes in premium OB/GYN and radiology segments where Vermon's curved array, endocavity, and specialized probes are also sold; potential customer for specialized OEM transducers.
- Mindray: Fast-growing Chinese medical imaging OEM with expanding global ultrasound portfolio (Resona, DC-8 series). Increasingly competing with Western OEMs on price-performance and a potential OEM customer for Vermon's transducers, while also developing internal transducer capabilities.
Broad incumbents
- Siemens Healthineers: Major ultrasound OEM (ACUSON family) and broader imaging incumbent. Vertically integrated with internal transducer manufacturing, yet sources custom arrays for specialized cardiology and research applications where Vermon's matrix arrays and high-frequency probes compete.
- Canon Medical Systems: Ultrasound OEM (Aplio i-series, Viamo) with strong transducer R&D. Comparable on the end-product side and a likely OEM customer for specialized probes; competes with Vermon indirectly for the design-win on next-generation imaging systems.
- GE HealthCare: One of the largest global ultrasound imaging OEMs (LOGIQ, Voluson, Vivid product lines). Both a major customer (OEM buyer of transducers) and a competitor, as GE designs and manufactures a significant portion of its own probes in-house. Comparable on the medical ultrasound side; Vermon sits in its supply chain.
- Philips: Global incumbent in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound (EPIQ, Affiniti series). Significant in-house transducer manufacturing but also sources specialty/custom transducers from suppliers like Vermon for niche clinical applications. Comparable on end-product ultrasound; Vermon is an upstream supplier.
- Hitachi (Fujifilm Healthcare): Ultrasound OEM (ARIETTA, Lisendo) with strong cardiac and OB/GYN focus and significant in-house transducer manufacturing. Comparable on the end-product side and a potential OEM customer for specialized high-frequency and matrix array probes where Vermon's SiX technology competes.
Direct peers
- Imasonic: French-headquartered custom ultrasound transducer and array manufacturer serving medical imaging OEMs, research labs, and industrial NDT customers. Direct head-to-head competitor to Vermon in piezocomposite and single-crystal transducer design, with overlapping customer base in Europe and similar OEM business model.
- BK Medical (Analogic): Specialist in ultrasound for surgery and interventional procedures, including robotic-compatible probes. Direct overlap with Vermon's surgery probe and laparoscopic transducer product lines, serving similar urology and interventional surgical OEMs and end users.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Vermon social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance3 records
Vermon financial estimates
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Vermon leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Vermon subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
Vermon funding detail
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Investors
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Vermon M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Vermon
What does Vermon do?
Vermon designs and manufactures customized ultrasound transducers, arrays, and probes for medical imaging OEMs and industrial non-destructive testing applications. The company produces high-resolution probes spanning frequencies from 1.0 MHz to 40.0 MHz across multiple form factors (linear, curved, phased, endocavity, surgery, matrix, CW Doppler) for radiology, cardiology, obstetrics, urology, interventional surgery, and preclinical research. Through Vermon Group, it also offers OEM ultrasound subsystems (Moduleus) and Phased Array Ultrasound Testing (PAUT) probes for Oil & Gas, Energy, and Aerospace sectors.
Is Vermon a public or private company?
Vermon is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Vermon founded?
Vermon was founded in 1984. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is Vermon based?
Vermon is headquartered in Tours, France, in the Europe region.
How does Vermon make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Custom Ultrasound Probes and Transducers are the primary driver. The others are OEM Ultrasound Subsystems.
Who are Vermon's main competitors?
Emerging players on record are Esaote, Samsung Medison and Mindray. Broad incumbents are Siemens Healthineers, Canon Medical Systems, GE HealthCare, Philips and Hitachi (Fujifilm Healthcare). Direct peers are Imasonic and BK Medical (Analogic).
Does Vermon have an API?
No public API is recorded for Vermon.
What industry is Vermon in?
Vermon's product category is Medical Device Components - Ultrasound Transducers. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAHABAD, Ultrasound & Echography Systems, with a secondary code of IMAGAFAI, NDT/NDE Inspection Equipment (Ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, thermography). Its NAICS code is 33451 and its SIC code is 3841.