What IVM Technologies does

IVM Technologies (legal name Innovative Vision & Modeling Technologies SAS) is a Marseille, France-based subsea technology company founded in 2020 as a spin-out of the Innovation department of COMEX, a subsea industry pioneer. The company designs, manufactures, and supports underwater stereo photogrammetry solutions that generate high-accuracy 3D reconstructions of submerged assets for inspection and integrity assessment. It serves seven verticals — Oil & Gas (primary), Renewables, Ports, UWILD/Shipping, Marine Sciences, Defense, and Nuclear — targeting offshore operators, service companies, research institutions, and government/defense entities. Named customers and reference logos include SAIPEM, Subsea 7, Bourbon, Fugro, Oceaneering, Naval Group, Oceaneering, and government bodies such as Drassm and CEPHISMER (French Navy).

The core product is the Hydro Series, a range of ROV-mountable and diver-held pre-calibrated dual-camera photogrammetry units available in four depth ratings (100m, 300m, 1000m, 6000m), featuring integrated lighting, onboard storage, and millimetric accuracy certified by Bureau Veritas. The hardware is paired with IVM SLAM, an AI-powered topside computer that produces real-time 3D point cloud models and is claimed to reduce survey duration by up to 85% and post-processing time by up to 80%, and IVM Supervisor control software. A dedicated API (Protobuf-based) enables integration with ROV/AUV platforms, and the units are integrated with 25+ ROV platforms from manufacturers including SAAB Seaeye, EXAIL, QYSEA, and Chasing. Products are calibrated in-house using a 71-target calibration device and integrate with third-party post-processing tools (Agisoft Metashape, 3DF Zephyr).

The business monetizes through multiple streams: one-time hardware sales of Hydro Series units and add-on modules; the IVM Care annual subscription (software updates, maintenance, calibration, support) providing recurring revenue; usage-based equipment rental; and professional services including data processing and IVM Expertise training/bespoke development. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales, a global distribution partner network (NOR, Seisgadget, Geo Marine, Hui Lu Mei), OEM/embedded ROV integrations, and event-driven demonstrations. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quote-based. The company reports operations in 20+ countries, 150+ completed projects, and 350+ inspected assets, and is a Société par Actions Simplifiée with €40,000 capital, employing 11–50 people.

Name

IVM Technologies

Legal name

Innovative Vision & Modeling Technologies SAS

Website

https://ivm-technologies.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

IVM Technologies designs and manufactures subsea stereo photogrammetry cameras (Hydro Series) and AI-powered real-time 3D modeling software (IVM SLAM) for high-accuracy underwater inspection, serving oil & gas, renewables, ports, shipping, marine science, defense, and nuclear operators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Subsea Photogrammetry Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Machine Vision & Industrial Imaging Systems (IMAHAHAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Photogrammetry & Reality Capture for AM (IMAAAHAB), Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV) & Autonomous Subsea Platforms (IMABAIAF)

Keywords

• Subsea photogrammetry systems
• Underwater 3D modeling
• Stereo photogrammetry cameras
• ROV inspection equipment
• Subsea asset inspection

Headquarters

HQ city

Marseille

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Hydro Series Cameras: Sale of underwater stereo photogrammetry cameras (Hydro 100, Hydro 300, Hydro 1000, Hydro 6000) along with add-on products including skids, tilting devices, power converters, and calibration devices. One-time capital purchase model typical for industrial inspection equipment.
2. IVM Care Service Subscription: Annual subscription service providing software updates, annual maintenance with workshop overhaul, calibration, wearing parts replacement, and expert assistance for mission support and post-processing help. Provides ongoing relationship and recurring revenue.
3. Equipment Rental: Flexible rental of Hydro Series products, IVM SLAM, and add-on products for specific projects, limited durations, or evaluation before purchase. Can include operational support with qualified operators.
4. Data Processing Services: Delegation of photogrammetric data processing to IVM's specialized team and facilities. Generates 3D models with millimetric accuracy and delivers actionable insights including dimensional control and digital twins.
5. IVM Expertise - Training and Bespoke Solutions: Training sessions for teams new to photogrammetry or needing support with products. Bespoke solutions development by R&D team for unique subsea inspection challenges requiring personalized product development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

IVM Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells underwater stereo photogrammetry cameras (the Hydro Series with depth ratings of 100m, 300m, 1000m, and 6000m) and supporting software (IVM SLAM, IVM Supervisor) for high-accuracy 3D reconstruction of subsea assets during ROV and diver inspections. The company also offers complementary services including equipment rental, photogrammetric data processing, an annual maintenance subscription (IVM Care), and bespoke training and solution development (IVM Expertise).

Product overview

IVM Technologies offers a unified portfolio of subsea 3D modeling solutions centered on the Hydro Series, a range of ROV-mountable and diver-held underwater stereo photogrammetry cameras available in four depth ratings (100m, 300m, 1000m, and 6000m). The product ecosystem includes the IVM SLAM (AI-powered real-time 3D modeling topside computer) and IVM Supervisor (control software), which together form the core platform for subsea photogrammetry inspections. Add-on modules including the IVM Diver Kit, SPU, HCPU, calibration devices, skids, tilting devices, and power converters enable customization for specific operational requirements. The company provides complementary services (equipment rental, data processing, IVM Care maintenance/support, and IVM Expertise training/bespoke solutions) that support the entire inspection workflow from hardware deployment through post-processing and maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hydro Series: A range of ROV-mountable and diver-held underwater stereo photogrammetry cameras for precise 3D modeling of subsea assets. Includes Hydro 100, Hydro 300, Hydro 1000, and Hydro 6000 models with different depth ratings.
• IVM SLAM
• IVM Diver Kit
• IVM Care
• IVM Supervisor

Products and services

• Hydro Series A range of ROV-mountable and diver-held underwater stereo photogrammetry cameras designed for precise 3D modeling of subsea assets, available in four depth ratings (100m, 300m, 1000m, 6000m) with dual cameras, integrated LED lighting, pre-calibration, and millimetric accuracy certified by Bureau Veritas. For offshore inspection operators, ROV service companies, and divers.
• Hydro 100 Compact and lightweight underwater stereo photogrammetry unit for shallow water and inland environments with 100m depth rating, 2x5MP cameras, 35,000 lumens lighting, designed for mini and observation-class ROVs. Targeted at research institutions and newcomers to subsea survey.
• Hydro 300 Robust photogrammetry unit for shallow water with 300m depth rating, 2x12MP cameras, 80,000 lumens integrated flash lighting, compatible with observation and work class ROVs, performing in low-visibility conditions with millimetric precision.
• Hydro 1000 Deep water photogrammetry unit with 1000m depth rating, titanium housing for pressure resistance, 2x12MP resolution, compatible with light work class to work class ROVs.
• Hydro 6000 Ultra-deep water photogrammetry unit with 6000m depth rating, titanium housing, 2x12MP cameras, 80,000 lumens lighting, 1Gbps data output, compatible with light work class and work class ROVs.
• IVM SLAM AI-powered survey assistant delivered as a topside computer that brings real-time 3D modeling to underwater inspections, generating live 3D point cloud models as the operator navigates. Reduces survey duration by up to 85% and post-processing time by up to 80% through automated key-frame selection.
• IVM Diver Kit Portable photogrammetry version of Hydro 100 designed for commercial divers, with 100m depth rating, continuous 50,000 lumens lighting, adjustable 7-inch built-in screen for real-time IVM SLAM feedback, and topside team messaging capability.
• Equipment Rental Flexible rental of Hydro Series products, IVM SLAM, and add-on products for specific projects, limited durations, or evaluation before purchase. Optional operational support with experienced IVM operators.
• Data Processing Outsourced photogrammetric data processing service using IVM's specialized team and in-house servers, generating precise 3D models with millimetric accuracy and delivering detailed digital twins for asset visualization and dimensional control.
• IVM Care Annual subscription service providing proactive maintenance, continuous software updates, calibration, wearing parts replacement, and dedicated expert assistance for Hydro Series users, including mission support and post-processing guidance.
• IVM Expertise Operational expertise service combining bespoke solution development by IVM's R&D team and in-house design office with tailored training sessions for teams new to photogrammetry or needing support with specific projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Survey duration reduced by up to 85% using IVM SLAM real-time 3D modeling
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

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

• Geo Marine Instrument Co., LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Exclusive distribution partnership established in 2025 following successful demonstration tour. Represents IVM advanced photogrammetry solutions across China's dynamic offshore and onshore subsea market.
• Hui Lu Mei (Beijing) Technology Co., LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Exclusive distribution partnership established in 2025 following successful demonstration tour. Represents IVM advanced photogrammetry solutions across China's dynamic offshore and onshore subsea market.
• NOR (Norwegian Offshore Rental)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024International equipment and solutions partner distributing IVM underwater 3D modeling solutions since 2024. With locations across Norway, UK, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Americas, and Australia, NOR supports customers across key energy markets worldwide with assets, expertise, and support.
• SeisgadgetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023Distribution partner in Japan since 2023. Specialized in robotics and autonomous systems, Seisgadget recognized photogrammetry as a game-changing technology for precision inspections and now distributes IVM solutions in Japan.
• SAAB SeaeyecoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of Hydro Series (Hydro 100, 300, 1000) onto Falcon ROV by SAAB Seaeye. Falcon is widely used for subsea inspection down to 300m with five thrusters for precise maneuverability. Integration completed in single day with Underwater Contracting Ltd (UCO).
• EXAILcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of Hydro Series (Hydro 100, Hydro 300) onto R7 observation-class ROV. Two-day collaboration involving mechanical integration, pool testing at EXAIL facilities, and field testing at Port of Sete. Duo designed for shallow water and UWILD inspections.
• LD TravoceanflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for Camarat 4 archaeological campaign. LD Travocean ROVC rated to 4,000m equipped with Hydro 6000 inspected 16th century wreck at 2,500m depth. Collected 65,000+ pictures in 3 hours to create first 3D model of deepest archaeological site in French waters.
• Underwater Contracting Ltd (UCO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerROV operator collaboration for Hydro Series integration validation with Falcon ROV. Initial validation through short inspection in Aberdeen port to assess operational benefits and data quality of integrated photogrammetry solution.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Sonardyne: Sonardyne is an established subsea technology vendor providing acoustic positioning, inertial navigation, and monitoring systems. Comparable to IVM Technologies as a measurement/instrumentation supplier serving offshore oil & gas, defense, and marine science markets, though with a broader portfolio and incumbent scale.
• Kongsberg Maritime: Kongsberg Maritime supplies subsea cameras, sonars, and underwater mapping systems (e.g., Subsea cameras and HMS systems) used for AUV/ROV-based survey and inspection. Overlaps with IVM's imaging-based approach for subsea inspection, but operates as a large incumbent with a much broader maritime technology portfolio.

Emerging players

• Swarm44 / Pinpoint RTK: Emerging players in underwater photogrammetry and 3D reconstruction workflows serve adjacent use cases to IVM (e.g., photogrammetry processing pipelines, RTK-aided positioning). Comparable as emerging ecosystem participants around the same subsea measurement workflow, though overlapping only partially in functionality.
• Sublue (SeaFloor Systems / Subsea Tech): Subsea Tech develops and distributes compact underwater observation ROVs and inspection systems. Comparable to IVM as a participant in the subsea inspection ecosystem with both ROV platforms and payloads, though more focused on observation ROVs than dedicated photogrammetry sensors.
• Deep Trekker: Deep Trekker manufactures portable ROVs with integrated cameras and sonars for inspection, search, and aquaculture. IVM's Hydro units are integrated onto Deep Trekker platforms, making it both a partner and a partial adjacent peer in the underwater-inspection toolchain.

Others

• Saab Seaeye: Saab Seaeye is a leading ROV manufacturer whose Falcon (and other) platforms integrate with IVM's Hydro Series. Important as an OEM partner and adjacent vendor in the same subsea inspection workflow rather than a direct competitive rival in photogrammetry.
• Exail (formerly iXblue / ECA Group): Exail combines former iXblue (navigation/photogrammetry-adjacent) and ECA Group (UUVs) capabilities, producing ROVs and subsea navigation systems. Comparable to IVM as a French-headquartered subsea technology supplier serving offshore, defense, and hydrography markets, with overlapping ROV integration partnerships (e.g., R7).

Direct peers

• Blueprint Subsea: Blueprint Subsea manufactures subsea imaging and acoustic products including sonar and stereo camera systems used for underwater surveys. Overlaps with IVM in subsea photogrammetry and inspection applications across oil & gas, defense, and hydrography.
• SonarMite / Echobeat: SonarMite provides echo sounders and subsea measurement equipment for hydrographic surveys. Comparable to IVM in supplying precision subsea measurement instruments to survey and inspection professionals, though more oriented to acoustic methods.
• 2G Robotics: 2G Robotics is a direct competitor developing underwater laser scanning and photogrammetry systems for subsea structural inspection. Closely comparable to IVM's Hydro Series in product category (subsea 3D imaging), target market (offshore inspection), and accuracy-precision value proposition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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