What Ansabere Surgical does

Ansabere Surgical S.L. is a privately held, family-owned Spanish manufacturer and distributor of surgical instruments headquartered in Esquiroz, Navarra. The company designs, manufactures, and commercializes proprietary surgical retractors, mechanical arms for endoscopy, and traumatology positioners serving thoracic, cardiac, pediatric, abdominal, urological, spinal, and laparoscopic surgical specialties. Its portfolio comprises approximately 50 own products across four families (general/pediatric/thoracic/cardiac retractors, endoscopy mechanical arms, traumatology positioners and retractors, and specialized instruments such as the Nasal Graft Holder and Almara bone graft introducer), protected by more than 16 granted patents and developed in collaboration with named surgeons at leading Spanish hospitals.

The business operates a hybrid revenue model. Direct enterprise sales target hospitals, surgical centers, and procurement departments via a field sales team and active presence at clinical congresses (ESTS, SECT, Iberian pediatric and thoracic surgery meetings). In parallel, Ansabere acts as the exclusive Spain distributor for seven international medical device brands—MEDXPERT, Paramount, IMPLANTEC, PFM Medical, D.A. Surgical, Dufner, and Wismed—adding distribution margin on implants, mesh, positioning equipment, and endourology devices. Custom manufacturing to client specifications represents a third revenue stream.

Ansabere competes on regulatory compliance (ISO 13485:2003 since 2006, EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC since 2007), patent-protected mechanical designs, and surgeon-led product customization. Its primary market remains Spain, with a 2024 expansion into additional regions and a Government of Navarra / FEDER-funded R&D project for a pectus excavatum sternal elevator signaling continued investment in new product lines. The company has no disclosed external institutional investment, operates without a parent entity, and maintains a small headcount of 11–50 employees.

Name

Ansabere Surgical

Legal name

ANSABERE SURGICAL S.L.

Website

https://ansaberesurgical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ansabere Surgical is a family-owned Spanish manufacturer of surgical retractors, endoscopy mechanical arms, and traumatology positioners, serving hospitals across multiple surgical specialties in Spain and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Surgical Instruments

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Patient Positioning & OR Tables, Lights & Booms (HLAHADAI)

Keywords

• Surgical instruments manufacturing
• Medical device distribution
• Surgical retractors
• Endoscopy mechanical arms
• Orthopedic surgical positioners

Headquarters

HQ city

Galar

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Manufactured Surgical Instruments Sales: Design, manufacture, and commercialization of proprietary surgical retractors, mechanical arms, and positioners sold directly to healthcare institutions and through distributors.
2. Medical Products Distribution: Distribution of third-party medical products in Spain including implants from MEDXPERT (Germany), IMPLANTEC (Austria), PFM Medical (Germany), D.A. Surgical (USA), DUFNEIR (Germany), PARAMOUNT (UK), and WISMED (South Africa).
3. Customization Services: Custom manufacturing of surgical instruments according to specific client needs and requirements.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ansabere Surgical designs, manufactures, and commercializes surgical instruments including surgical retractors for thoracic, cardiac, pediatric, abdominal, urological, spinal, and laparoscopic procedures, mechanical and flexible arms for endoscopy to hold optics and instruments, and traumatology positioners for orthopedic procedures. The company also distributes international medical device brands (implants, mesh, and positioning equipment) throughout Spain. Products are sold directly to healthcare institutions and through medical device distributors, with customization available per client specifications.

Product overview

Ansabere Surgical is a family-owned Spanish company specializing in the design, manufacture, and distribution of surgical instruments. The product portfolio consists of three proprietary core product lines: (1) Surgical Retractors — 14 instruments across general, pediatric, thoracic, and cardiac sub-categories; (2) Endoscopy Mechanical Arms — 5 mechanical and flexible arm models for holding optics and instruments in endoscopic procedures; and (3) Traumatology Positioners and Retractors — 11 orthopedic positioners and retractors for knee, shoulder, ankle, hip, and spine surgery. A fourth 'Other' category includes specialized instruments such as the Nasal Graft Holder, Almara bone graft introducer, Anesthesia and Traction Arch, and Instrument Table ORL. Beyond manufacturing, Ansabere acts as a distributor in Spain for seven international brands covering chest wall reconstruction implants (MEDXPERT), urology fluid containment (Paramount UroFunnel™), orthopedic implants (IMPLANTEC), hernia mesh (PFM Medical), operating room positioning (D.A. Surgical), thoracic/laparoscopic instruments (Dufner), and endourology devices (Wismed). The company holds over 16 patents and maintains ISO 13485 and EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Surgical Retractors A portfolio of 14 surgical retractors across sub-categories (general surgical, pediatric, thoracic, and cardiac) designed for maximum precision and efficiency during procedures. Includes retractors for thoracic, cardiac, pediatric, abdominal, urological, spinal, and laparoscopic surgeries.
• Endoscopy Mechanical Arms Five models of mechanical and flexible arms (MOD. 8454, 8456, 8459, 8674, 8676) designed to facilitate the secure attachment and holding of optics and instruments in endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures. Includes PEEK supports to prevent damage to optics.
• Traumatology Positioners and Retractors Eleven positioners and retractors for orthopedic procedures including knee, ankle, shoulder arthroscopy supports, hip surgery arches, and spinal retractors. Designed for stability, safety, and comfort for both patients and medical professionals during trauma and orthopedic surgery.
• Other Specialized Instruments Specialized surgical instruments including the Nasal Graft Holder for aesthetic and reconstructive rhinoplasty, the Almara bone graft introducer for hard-to-reach bone graft placement, the Anesthesia and Traction Arch, and the Instrument Table ORL. Designed to facilitate specialized surgical procedures.
• TRI-AS Cardiac Surgery Retractor Novel multifunctional retractor for cardiac surgery, designed for both valvular and coronary procedures. Patent-protected design.
• Fascial Traction System Reusable device for complex abdominal closure allowing comfortable, controlled, and precise closure from any angle. Used by surgeons such as Dr. Rafael Villalobos Mori at Hospital Universitario Arnau de Vilanova and Dr. Sergio Salido Fernández at Hospital Universitario La Paz.
• Pectus Excavatum Sternal Elevator (Osasun Track) Innovative device for elevation of sunken sternum during the NUSS technique for pectus excavatum treatment. Allows precise, controlled, and safe elevation. R&D project funded by Government of Navarra and FEDER.
• SALAS Mitral Valve Separator Innovative device for minimally invasive mitral valve surgery with flexible and expandable arms that conform to the left atrium. Patent-protected novel method architecture.
• Almara Interbody Graft Device Device designed to facilitate the introduction of bone grafts into complicated and hard-to-reach surgical areas. Patent-protected novel method architecture.
• Distribution of International Medical Device Brands in Spain Exclusive distribution in Spain for international medical device brands: MEDXPERT (Germany, chest wall reconstruction and fracture implants STRACOS and STRATOS), Paramount (UK, UroFunnel fluid containment system), IMPLANTEC (Austria, CCG titanium cerclage tapes for orthopedic use), PFM Medical (Germany, titanized mesh for hernia surgery), D.A. Surgical (USA, TrenGuard patient positioning system), Dufner (Germany, thoracic/pediatric/laparoscopic instruments), and Wismed (South Africa, endourology devices).
• Custom Surgical Instrument Manufacturing Custom manufacturing service that adapts and modifies surgical instruments according to specific client and surgeon needs and requirements. Includes small modifications to existing products based on operating-room demands and full bespoke instrument development in collaboration with leading surgeons.

Quantifiable outcome

• First surgery in Catalonia with Ansabere fascial traction system for complex 13cm abdominal wall defect closure
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature8 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MEDXPERT (Germany)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2019German company specializing in reconstruction, treatment of fractures, and deformities of the chest wall. Products include STRACOS fracture implants and STRATOS reconstruction implants. Ansabere acquired distribution rights in Spain in 2019.
• PARAMOUNT (UK)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK company manufacturing the UroFunnel fluid containment system designed to protect personnel from infections during TUR and cystoscopy/ureterorenoscopy procedures. Distributed by Ansabere in Spain.
• IMPLANTEC (Austria)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustrian company manufacturing orthopedic implants. Ansabere distributes CCG titanium cerclage tapes for periprosthetic fracture treatment and hip revisions in Spain.
• PFM Medical (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman company providing solutions for operating room and outpatient procedures. Distributes titanized mesh implants for hernia surgery known for minimal inflammation rates, 100% biocompatibility, lightweight, and hydrophilic properties.
• D.A. Surgical (USA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmerican company founded by Dan Allen, inventor of Allen leg holders. Offers solutions for operating room positioning in conventional and robotic surgery, including TrenGuard positioner for Trendelenburg positioning.
• DUFNEIR (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman company with over 50 years specializing in manufacturing high-quality instruments for thoracic, pediatric, and laparoscopic surgery.
• WISMED (South Africa)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth African company inventing, creating, supplying, and manufacturing medical devices for endourology without adding complexity. Motto: 'We develop medical devices with as much care as if we were the first patients to use these devices ourselves.'
• Government of Navarra / FEDERcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerR&D project for pectus excavatum treatment funded by Department of Industry of Government of Navarra, cofinanced at 40% by the European Regional Development Fund through Operational Program FEDER 2021-2027 of Navarra.
• Dr. Carlos A. de la TorrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPediatric surgeon specializing in thoracic and airway surgery at Hospital La Paz in Madrid. Collaboration on development of mechanical arm for laryngoscope support and presentation at 2nd Practical Course on Pediatric Airway.
• Dr. Sergio Salido FernándezcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialist in abdominal wall surgery at Hospital Universitario La Paz. Collaboration with Ansabere on development of fascial traction system for complex abdominal closure.
• Dr. Antonio Bazán ÁlvarezminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChief of Plastic Surgery at Complejo Hospitalario de Navarra. Collaboration on development of Nasal Graft Holder for aesthetic and reconstructive rhinoplasty.
• Dr. Rafael Villalobos MoriminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHead of Abdominal Wall Unit at Hospital Universitario Arnau de Vilanova. Performed first surgery in Catalonia with the Ansabere fascial traction system for 13cm wall defect correction.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aesculap (B. Braun): Division of B. Braun, one of the world's largest surgical instrument and medical device companies. Overlaps with Ansabere across general, thoracic, and laparoscopic surgical instruments, but operates at vastly greater scale and with a much broader portfolio.
• Integra LifeSciences: US-listed medical device company with a sizable surgical instruments portfolio including specialty retractors. Comparable to Ansabere in specialty surgical instrument categories, but operates as a multi-business incumbent serving global hospital systems.
• Teleflex: US-listed medical technology company with surgical instrument, retractor, and positioning product lines. Comparable to Ansabere in retractor and OR positioning categories but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Surgical Holdings: UK-based manufacturer and refurbisher of surgical instruments serving NHS and private hospitals. Comparable to Ansabere as a mid-sized European surgical instrument specialist with focus on quality, customization, and hospital-direct sales.
• Surtex Instruments: UK-based surgical instrument manufacturer serving general, orthopedic, thoracic, and plastic surgery with a broad catalog of retractors and specialty tools. Comparable to Ansabere in product breadth, customization model, and export-oriented mid-market positioning.
• Boss Instruments: US-based manufacturer of surgical instruments including retractors and specialty surgical tools. Comparable to Ansabere as a mid-sized, specialty-focused surgical instrument manufacturer with emphasis on customization and OEM/private-label offerings.
• Scanlan International: US-based manufacturer specializing in premium surgical instruments for cardiac, thoracic, and neurosurgery. Comparable to Ansabere's specialty retractor focus (TRI-AS, SALAS) and surgeon-driven product development model in cardiothoracic surgery.
• Dufner Instrumente: German manufacturer with 50+ years specializing in thoracic, pediatric, and laparoscopic surgical instruments. Ansabere distributes Dufner products in Spain, and the two directly compete in the same specialty surgical instrument categories across Europe.
• Delacroix-Chevalier: French manufacturer of high-precision surgical instruments with long-standing reputation. Comparable to Ansabere as a European family-owned specialty surgical instrument maker with similar product categories (retractors, forceps) and export orientation.

Regional players

• Palex Medical: Spain-headquartered medical device distributor representing numerous international brands in the Spanish hospital market. Comparable to Ansabere's distribution business segment as a multi-brand Iberian medical device distributor with hospital-direct sales force.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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Investments

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