Curium
Curium is a private radiopharmaceutical manufacturer developing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicines for oncology, with a primary focus on prostate cancer theranostics. It serves hospitals and nuclear medicine departments globally through direct B2B supply partnerships across Europe, Japan, and North America.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersParis, France
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Curium does
Curium is a privately-held pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear medicine, operating as part of the Curium Pharma corporation. The company develops both diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, with a notable focus on prostate cancer through its proprietary PSMA-I&T platform. Its core products include 64Cu-PSMA-I&T, a PET imaging agent for prostate cancer diagnosis currently completing a registrational Phase 2 trial in Japan, and 177Lu-PSMA-I&T, a therapeutic counterpart intended for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer as part of a theranostic approach pairing diagnostics and targeted radionuclide therapy.
The company's technology foundation rests on radiochemistry expertise, isotope handling, and peptide-based targeting of cancer biomarkers such as prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA). Through strategic partnerships with Curasight A/S (uTRACE diagnostic platform, up to USD 70 million in potential milestones), PeptiDream Inc., and PDRadiopharma Inc. (Japan market access), Curium is building a globally distributed development and commercialization infrastructure spanning Europe, Japan, and North America. The firm operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary structure with regional entities including Curium Finland Oy (established 2017, Helsinki).
Curium generates revenue through direct B2B supply relationships with hospitals, clinics, and nuclear medicine departments, distributing radiopharmaceutical products through regulated medical supply chains that require specialized handling and compliance. Treatment pricing for radioligand therapies in this category ranges from approximately USD 95,000 in the EU to over USD 200,000 in the US per treatment episode, based on industry benchmarks. The company serves the broader oncology and nuclear medicine sectors, with primary emphasis on prostate cancer patients and the healthcare providers treating them, while pursuing additional indications through its partnership-driven pipeline.
Curium firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Curium
- Legal name
- Curium Finland Oy
- Website
- https://mapmedical.fi
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Curium is a private radiopharmaceutical manufacturer developing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicines for oncology, with a primary focus on prostate cancer theranostics. It serves hospitals and nuclear medicine departments globally through direct B2B supply partnerships across Europe, Japan, and North America.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Curium industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Radiopharmaceuticals
- NAICS
- Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254), Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (32541)
- SIC
- In Vitro & In Vivo Diagnostic Substances (2835), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Theranostic Radiopharmaceutical Platforms (Paired Dx/Tx) (HLAIAGAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals (Radioligand/Targeted Radionuclide Therapy) (HLAIAGAB), Nuclear Medicine Imaging Agents & Kits (Cold Kits/Precursors) (HLAIAGAG), Radioisotope Production (Reactor/Cyclotron/Gamma) (HLAIAGAD), Nuclear Medicine Imaging Tracers & PET/SPECT Supply Chain (FDG, Ga-68, logistics/cold chain) (EUAKAIAE)
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Where Curium is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Paris
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Curium business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels2 records
Curium product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Curium manufactures and supplies radiopharmaceutical products for nuclear medicine, including diagnostic PET imaging agents and therapeutic radioligand therapies. Its core pipeline targets prostate cancer through a theranostic approach pairing 64Cu-PSMA-I&T (PET diagnostic) with 177Lu-PSMA-I&T (therapeutic). Products are supplied directly to hospitals, clinics, and nuclear medicine departments via a regulated medical supply chain.
Product overview
Curium is the world leader in radiopharmaceuticals, offering a diverse product portfolio in nuclear medicine. The company develops both diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, including 64Cu-PSMA-I&T (PET diagnostic agent for prostate cancer) and 177Lu-PSMA-I&T (therapeutic counterpart), which are part of a theranostic approach targeting prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA). Curium serves healthcare providers with products for cancer diagnostics and targeted radionuclide therapy.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- 64Cu-PSMA-I&T A PET radiopharmaceutical targeting prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA), developed for prostate cancer diagnosis and staging in patients with unfavorable intermediate to very high-risk disease. Sold to hospitals and nuclear medicine departments through direct supply relationships.
- 177Lu-PSMA-I&T A therapeutic radiopharmaceutical using lutetium-177, developed as the therapeutic counterpart to 64Cu-PSMA-I&T for treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer as part of a theranostic pairing.
Quantifiable outcome
- Results expected to support future regulatory submission in Japan for 64Cu-PSMA-I&T
Companies that use Curium
Customer profileSegments1 record
Curium technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
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Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Curium partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Curasight A/ScoreStrategic collaboration with Copenhagen-based clinical-stage theranostic company Curasight A/S for the Phase 2 uTRACE prostate cancer trial. The partnership could result in up to USD 70 million in milestone payments for Curasight. Curium Inc. conducts the trial which investigates a diagnostic platform for better prostate cancer diagnosis and risk stratification.
- PeptiDream Inc.coreCollaboration with Tokyo-based PeptiDream Inc. for the registrational Phase 2 clinical trial of 64Cu-PSMA-I&T in Japan. PeptiDream brings proprietary peptide discovery technology and local regulatory expertise for Japanese market access.
- PDRadiopharma Inc.corePDRadiopharma Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of PeptiDream, is a key partner in the Japan clinical trial of 64Cu-PSMA-I&T. The company focuses on radiopharmaceutical development and commercialization in the Japanese market.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Curium competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Novartis: Novartis develops and commercializes Pluvicto (177Lu-PSMA-617), the first FDA-approved PSMA-targeted radioligand therapy for mCRPC. Directly competes with Curium's 177Lu-PSMA-I&T in the same therapeutic indication and shares the radiopharmaceutical development paradigm.
- NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes: NorthStar produces medical radioisotopes including Mo-99/Tc-99m using non-uranium production methods. Comparable to Curium's radioisotope production capability for nuclear medicine supply chain.
- Lantheus Holdings: Lantheus is a leading radiopharmaceutical-focused company with PYLARIFY (18F-DCFPyL), a PSMA-targeted PET diagnostic for prostate cancer. Competes directly with Curium's 64Cu-PSMA-I&T in the PSMA imaging market and operates the same theranostic-aligned strategy.
- Curium Pharma (parent): Curium Pharma is the global parent entity of Curium Finland Oy, operating the broader radiopharmaceutical manufacturing business across multiple geographies. Directly comparable as the same corporate platform at the parent level.
- Telix Pharmaceuticals: Telix develops Illuccix (68Ga-PSMA-11) for PSMA PET imaging and is advancing TLX591 (177Lu-rosopatamab) for PSMA RLT, positioning it as a direct theranostic competitor to Curium's PSMA-I&T platform in prostate cancer.
Broad incumbents
- GE HealthCare: GE HealthCare operates a broad radiopharmaceutical and molecular imaging portfolio including PET tracers and the PETNET Solutions radiopharmacy network. Overlaps with Curium's diagnostic imaging business as a larger incumbent with diversified offerings across nuclear medicine.
- Bayer: Bayer markets Xofigo (223Ra) for prostate cancer bone metastases and has an active radiopharmaceutical pipeline. As a broad incumbent with significant oncology commercial infrastructure, Bayer is comparable to Curium in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing scale and oncology focus.
- Bracco Imaging: Bracco is a global leader in diagnostic imaging agents including iodinated and gadolinium-based contrast media and is expanding into radiopharmaceuticals. Comparable as a broad incumbent in imaging-related pharmaceutical manufacturing serving hospitals and imaging centers.
Others
- Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy Services: Cardinal Health operates the largest U.S. radiopharmacy distribution network supplying unit-dose radiopharmaceuticals to hospitals. Relevant as a downstream channel partner and supply chain comparable for Curium's hospital distribution model.
Emerging players
- Curasight A/S: Curasight is a clinical-stage theranostic company developing the uTRACE platform for prostate cancer diagnosis and is a strategic partner of Curium (up to USD 70M in milestones). Partially overlaps with Curium's theranostic strategy as an emerging specialist in the same disease area.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Curium leadership team
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Curium subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Curium funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors
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Curium M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
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Frequently asked questions about Curium
What does Curium do?
Curium manufactures and supplies radiopharmaceutical products for nuclear medicine, including diagnostic PET imaging agents and therapeutic radioligand therapies. Its core pipeline targets prostate cancer through a theranostic approach pairing 64Cu-PSMA-I&T (PET diagnostic) with 177Lu-PSMA-I&T (therapeutic). Products are supplied directly to hospitals, clinics, and nuclear medicine departments via a regulated medical supply chain.
Is Curium a public or private company?
Curium is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Curium founded?
Curium was founded in 2017. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Curium based?
Curium is headquartered in Paris, France, in the Europe region.
Who are Curium's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Novartis, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes, Lantheus Holdings, Curium Pharma (parent) and Telix Pharmaceuticals. Broad incumbents are GE HealthCare, Bayer and Bracco Imaging. Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy Services is listed as an others. Curasight A/S is listed as an emerging player.
Does Curium have an API?
No public API is recorded for Curium.
What industry is Curium in?
Curium's product category is Radiopharmaceuticals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAIAGAC, Theranostic Radiopharmaceutical Platforms (Paired Dx/Tx), with a secondary code of HLAIAGAB, Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals (Radioligand/Targeted Radionuclide Therapy). Its NAICS code is 3254 and its SIC code is 2835.