Name

BV Sport

Legal name

BV Sport

Website

https://bvsport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Compression Apparel

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (33992), Apparel Manufacturing (315), Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (31599), Sporting Goods Retailers (45911)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)

akta.pro primary industry

Athletic / Performance & Activewear Brands (CRAAAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Running & Endurance Wear (CRAAAEAD), Athletic Footwear & Sport Apparel Retail (CRAMABAC), Team Sports & On-Field Performance Apparel (CRAAAEAE), Elastic, Tapes & Webbing Manufacturing (Elastic Bands/Binding/Strapping/Webbing) (IMAOALAD)

Keywords

• Compression sportswear
• Athletic compression apparel
• Recovery socks
• Running accessories
• Performance sports gear

Headquarters

HQ city

Les Auvergnes

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: BV Sport generates revenue through direct sales of compression apparel and accessories via its e-commerce platform. Products include compression sleeves, socks, shorts, t-shirts, and accessories. The company sells directly to consumers (B2C) with prices ranging from approximately €7 to €100 depending on product category.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BV Sport designs, manufactures, and sells proprietary progressive and selective compression sportswear — including calf sleeves, arm sleeves, recovery and running socks, t-shirts, shorts, and accessories — targeted at amateur and professional athletes. Products are developed in-house at the Saint-Étienne manufacturing facility in France using patented compression technology validated by independent clinical trials.

Product overview

BV Sport is a French sports compression apparel company offering a comprehensive range of compression and sportswear products organized into three main categories: compression sleeves (Booster Elite EVO2, Booster Evolution, Booster Origine, Booster One, Booster Arm Sleeves), compression and recovery socks (ProRecup Evolution, Recovery EVO, Confort EVO, Run Marathon, Light Run, Run Compression, XLR EVO, Trail STX+ EVO, RSX EVO, SCR ONE EVO, TREK+ EVO), and sports apparel/accessories (RTECH Merinos, LIGHT T-Shirt, Boston Short, CSX Short, UltraBelt, LightBelt, Original Sports Scarf, Softflask, Magnetic Bib Holder). The company also offers bundled products like Socks Packs. All compression products feature proprietary Selective Compression and Shockwave Effect technologies developed at their Saint-Étienne manufacturing facility in France.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Booster Elite EVO2 Compression calf sleeves designed for exercise, featuring progressive and selective compression that improves venous return by up to 79% and reduces shock wave, vibrations, and oscillations by up to 42% compared to no compression sleeve.
• Booster Evolution Muscle support and enhanced venous return compression sleeves for exercise, featuring progressive compression technology and Shockwave Effect to reduce vibrations and oscillations during physical activity.
• ProRecup Evolution Recovery socks designed to be worn after exercise to accelerate muscle recovery, rapidly eliminate toxins, reduce muscle soreness, and lower the risk of injuries through targeted compression.
• Recovery EVO Socks Multi-sport recovery socks with variable rigidity mesh and targeted compression to optimize muscle recovery after sports sessions.
• Confort EVO Travel Socks Well-being and travel compression socks designed for professional activities involving prolonged sitting or standing, and recommended for transport by car, bus, train, and plane to prevent edema and heaviness of legs.
• Booster Origine Made in France calf compression sleeves with ecological design for exercise, providing muscle support and progressive compression.
• Booster One Entry-level compression sleeves for exercise, providing basic muscle support and compression benefits at an accessible price point.
• Booster Arm Sleeves Compression arm sleeves made in France with progressive compression technology for muscle support during exercise.
• Run Marathon Compression Socks Made in France compression socks with reinforced technical sole designed for road running, featuring Selective Compression on calf, shin, and Achilles tendon for long distances.
• Light Run Compression Socks Ultra-light compression socks made in France with patented selective compression for running across all distances, featuring 3D proprioceptive insole and 360° foot and ankle support.
• Run Compression Socks Technical running compression socks made in France with ultra-reinforced design, featuring Aero Tibial Windows for protection against shin splints.
• Trail Socks STX+ EVO Trail-specific ankle socks designed for off-road running with reinforced construction and grip technology.
• TREK+ EVO Hiking Socks Mid-cut hiking socks designed for trekking with reinforced construction and compression support.
• CSX Short Compression multisport shorts designed to support muscles during training and competition.
• Boston Short Soft shorts designed for trail running, providing comfort and flexibility for outdoor running activities.
• LIGHT T-Shirt Technical short-sleeve t-shirts designed for running and trail, featuring breathable fabrics and various regional designs.
• RTECH Merinos T-Shirt Long sleeve merino wool t-shirts designed for thermal regulation and comfort during outdoor sports activities.
• UltraBelt Trail and running belt designed to carry essentials during endurance activities.
• Original Sports Scarf Multifunctional neckwear accessories available in various collector editions and designs for sports and lifestyle wear.
• Socks Pack Customizable pack allowing customers to compose their own pack of 3, 4, 5, or 6 pairs of socks with up to 25% discount.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 42% reduction in shock wave, vibrations and oscillations compared to no compression sleeve
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SaintéLyoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2022BV Sport is the official supplier of the SaintéLyon, a major trail running event. The company presents new products at the event and engages with the trail running community. This partnership provides brand exposure to passionate endurance sports athletes.
• Nicolas MartincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 May 2019Professional trail runner and BV Sport athlete ambassador. 2017 French champion and 2016 world runner-up in trail. Uses BV Sport products regularly and provides feedback for product development. Shares experiences through interviews and testimonials.
• Marcos YánezminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2018Ultra-runner sponsored by BV Sport. Completed 300km run in Alaska for leukemia awareness in 2018. Used BV Sport compression products during the challenge to reduce muscular fatigue. Represents brand through charitable athletic initiatives.
• Top European Clubs and Professional FederationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBV Sport products are used by top European clubs and the world's best international athletes. The company has collaborated with technical and medical staffs of professional federations and clubs for over 20 years.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• 2XU: Australian compression garments brand (acquired by L Catterton) marketing graduated compression tights, sleeves and socks to endurance and team-sport athletes. Direct peer on technology positioning and elite-athlete endorsements.
• Compressport: Swiss compression sportswear brand offering socks, sleeves and apparel targeted at endurance athletes. Direct head-to-head competitor to BV Sport in calf compression sleeves and running/trail socks across European markets.
• SKINS: Australian-origin compression sportswear brand selling compression tights, tops and recovery apparel globally. Competes with BV Sport on graduated compression for running, cycling and team-sport performance.
• CEP (medi GmbH): German compression sportswear specialist (part of medi) producing compression socks and sleeves for running, endurance and team sports. Closely comparable to BV Sport on product category, performance claims and target athlete.
• STOX Energy Socks: European compression sock brand focused on running, trail and recovery with a similar premium positioning and DTC-led model. Closely comparable product mix to BV Sport's running and recovery sock lines.

Broad incumbents

• Adidas: Global sportswear incumbent offering compression base-layers and team-sport apparel. Overlaps with BV Sport in compression apparel for running, football and training but as part of a much wider product portfolio.
• Under Armour: US performance apparel brand with a long-running compression platform (HeatGear, RUSH). Competes with BV Sport in athletic compression apparel via much larger marketing and wholesale scale.
• Decathlon (compression lines, e.g. Kalenji/Quechua): Global sporting-goods retailer offering in-house compression socks, sleeves and apparel at value price points. Competes with BV Sport on accessible price tier and physical retail footprint, particularly across France and Europe.
• Nike: Global sportswear giant whose Nike Pro compression line competes broadly with BV Sport in athletic compression apparel. Far broader portfolio and global distribution make it a broad incumbent rather than a niche specialist.

Emerging players

• Zamst: Sports bracing and compression specialist focused on injury prevention and recovery for athletes. Comparable product philosophy (compression + biomechanical support) and overlap with BV Sport's recovery and selective-compression claims.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/bvsport
• Xx.com/bvsport_fr

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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