Bernas Médical

What Bernas Médical does

Bernas Médical is a privately held French medical device distributor founded in 1949 and headquartered at 55 rue Stephenson, 75018 Paris. The company distributes sterile single-use medical and surgical devices — primarily for dialysis, vascular access, and perfusion applications — to hospitals, teaching hospitals, and clinics across France, Belgium, French overseas territories, and select French-speaking territories. It is organized around a direct sales force that handles demonstrations, installations, and on-site after-sales service, supplemented by a professional access portal for product documentation and participation in industry exhibitions (MEDICA, ERA-EDTA, AFIDTN).

Its product portfolio spans haemodialysis catheters (Amecath Softcath, Medikit fluororesin lines), safety fistula needles (JMS Bionic standard, safety, buttonhole, and unipuncture variants), safety IV catheters (Supercath 5, B-Block, Venopic 2), citrate-based catheter lock solutions (Citra-Lock) and bidirectional valves (Citra-Valve), haemostasis and dressing products (DiaStop, Betafix, Emostan, Sovan, silver-based exit-site dressings), perfusion accessories (Harsoria three-way stopcocks, Bedal stabilization devices, Nephrokit dressings), obstetric devices (paracervical block needles), and hygiene/protection items. Distribution is conducted exclusively for 21 international brand partners under agreements dating to 1969, alongside a small Bernas Medical house brand (armband protection products).

The business model is B2B medical device distribution: one-time product sales to healthcare facilities, with pricing gated behind a professional login and no public price list, plus a legacy laser repair and on-site maintenance service that continues for the historical 1,500+ laser installed base after the 2024 closure of the Laser division. The company is ISO 13485 certified since 1998 (audited annually by France Certification) and operates in compliance with European Directive 93/42/EEC. It is independently owned by the founding family, with no disclosed external investors, and employs between 11 and 50 people.

Name

Bernas Médical

Legal name

BERNAS MEDICAL

Website

https://bernas-medical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bernas Médical is a privately held French distributor of sterile single-use medical devices for dialysis, vascular access, and perfusion, selling exclusively held international brands to hospitals across France, Belgium, and French-speaking territories.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Device Distribution

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAFAIAO

Perioperative Supply Chain, Instruments & Surgical Logistics

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Healthcare Providers & Systems/Surgical Centers & Perioperative Care (ASCs)

SECONDARYCRAOAHAE

Medical Supplies & Consumables Wholesale (Non-Device)

Consumer Products & Retail/Wholesale, Distribution & Category Management/Health, OTC & Pharmacy Wholesale Distribution

Keywords

• Medical device distribution
• Dialysis catheters
• Vascular access devices
• Single-use sterile products
• Perfusion equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Distribution: Distribution of medical and surgical devices including dialysis equipment, catheters, needles, and fixation systems to hospitals and clinics throughout France and French-speaking territories. Revenue generated through product sales with on-site demonstrations, installations, and after-sales service support.
2. After-Sales Service and Maintenance: Laser repair and on-site maintenance services for medical lasers previously sold and installed (laser division closed in 2024).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Bernas Médical is a French medical device distributor specializing in sterile single-use products for dialysis, vascular access, and perfusion. The company distributes a comprehensive portfolio of fistula needles, dialysis catheters, IV catheters, catheter lock solutions, haemostasis dressings, connectors, valves, protective equipment, and obstetric devices sourced from exclusive international brand partners. It also provides on-site demonstrations, installations, and after-sales service to hospitals and clinics.

Product overview

Bernas Médical is a French medical device distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of sterile single-use products primarily focused on dialysis (haemodialysis access, fistula needles, catheters, connectors, dressings) and perfusion (IV catheters, stopcocks, midline catheters). The company distributes products under 21 international brands including Amecath, Bionic-JMS, Medikit, Dirinco, and Emodial, while also maintaining its own Bernas Medical house brand. Core offerings include short-term and long-term dialysis catheters, safety fistula needles (standard, safety, buttonhole, unipuncture), catheter lock solutions, haemostasis dressings, protective eyewear, and obstetric devices. In 2024, the company strategically exited its 50+ year surgical laser division to concentrate on the Single Use/Spécialités division. All products comply with ISO 13485 quality standards and European Directive 93/42/EEC. The company serves France, Belgium, French overseas territories, and French-speaking territories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bernas Medical Brand: Own brand of Bernas Medical including products such as protective armbands for medical equipment.

Products and services

• Short Term Haemodialysis Catheter Amecath (SDLC Range) Short-term double-lumen haemodialysis catheter made of thermosensitive polyurethane Tecoflex with step tip design for maximum blood flow, rotating fixation wing, and durable extension lines. Distributed to dialysis centers and hospitals.
• Supercath 5 Safety Catheter Next-generation safety short peripheral IV catheter with proprietary built-in check valve, inner needle retraction with one-button press, and large white press button for fast flashback and one-handed handling. For hospital perfusion use.
• Amecath Midline Catheter Long-term peripheral catheter implanted in upper arm veins for prolonged IV medication or nutrient administration. Available in standard and high-pressure versions for flow rates above 10 ml/s. For hospital infusion therapy.
• B-Block Intravenous Safety Catheter Closed-system intravenous safety catheter with passive safety mechanism. Available in 4 versions: standard 2-way, 2-way with valve, with stopcock, and with stopcock plus valve. Latex and PVC free. For hospital IV access.
• Venopic 2 Intravenous catheter with injection site featuring Luer Lock, back bevel needle, radio-opaque catheter, and passive safety mechanism. Injection site allows needle-free use. For hospital perfusion.
• Supercath Neo Safety Fistula Catheter Next-generation safety fistula catheter with patented new bevel improving penetration and glide by 40%, unique passive irreversible needle safety system, and 4 side holes for optimal blood flow. For dialysis centers.
• Supercath Pro Dialysis Fistula Catheter Dialysis fistula catheter with built-in integrated valve providing passive safety with full needle coverage and preventing blood leakage without clamping. For dialysis centers and nephrology units.
• Fistula Catheter Medikit SP502 Range Fluorine resin vascular access catheter for haemodialysis with hemostasis valve at needle hub, smooth transition between needle and catheter, and one-piece molding for ample flow. Ideal for restless patients and those with metallic allergy. For dialysis centers.
• Fistula Needle JMS Bionic Standard Standard fistula needle with oval back eye protecting vascular wall while optimizing blood flow, silicone-coated needle for painless insertion, rotating wings, and color-coded clamps for arterial/venous identification. For dialysis centers.
• Safety Fistula Needle Sysloc (S862 Range)
• Buttonhole Fistula Needle JMS Bionic Buttonhole technique fistula needle with perfect balance between pointed and blunt needle tip. Features rotating wings, color markers for bevel positioning, and reduced failed punctures and pain. For dialysis centers.
• Unipuncture Fistula Needle Hy-Flo JMS Bionic Single-needle dialysis fistula needle with ultra-thin walled cannula ensuring high blood flow rates. Features slit-shaped vent preventing suctioning and intimal trauma, low oscillating volume under 0.1ml. For dialysis centers.
• Citra-Lock Catheter Lock Solution Trisodium citrate catheter lock solution with anti-coagulant, antimicrobial, and anti-biofilm properties. Available in 4%, 30%, and 46.7% concentrations in vials and pre-filled syringes. Alternative to heparin with proven superior antimicrobial activity. For dialysis centers and hospitals.
• DiaStop Haemostasis Bracelet Single-use haemostasis bracelet for post-dialysis puncture sites with unique bridge design ensuring only puncture point compression, eliminating stasis risk. Features pressure indicator cushion. For dialysis centers.
• Betafix Fistula Compression Bandage Elastic fistula compression bandage with two-layer absorbent pad separated by waterproof film. Non-adherent biocompatible layer prevents skin adhesion and enables non-traumatic removal. For dialysis centers.
• Exit-Pro SoftTouch Catheter Dressing Catheter exit-site dressing with silver ion-releasing anti-adherent film on breathable non-woven patch with SoftTouch silicone adhesive. Dual antimicrobial action and skin preservation for repeated treatment patients. For dialysis centers.
• Solukat CVC Protective Dressing Sterile protective dressing for central venous catheter exit sites and extremities. Provides waterproof sealing while maintaining visibility of emergence points. For hospitals and dialysis centers.
• Citra-Valve Bidirectional Valve High-pressure bidirectional valve for CVC infection prevention with easy Luer Lock connection, reduced manipulation, and innovative antimicrobial concept. For hospitals and dialysis centers.
• Three-way Stopcock with Extension Tube Harsoria Three-way stopcock with male Luer Lock connection, universal 6% taper per ISO594, leak-proof to 5 bar, lipid resistant, DEHP-free tubing. Available in tube lengths from 7cm to 100cm. For hospital IV and perfusion applications.
• Advanced Venipuncture Training Aid (VATA) Mechanical puncture assistance arm with latex-free Dermalike V veins rated for 2,400 needle accesses. Provides realistic flashback simulation for healthcare professional training. For nursing schools and clinical training centers.
• Eye-Shield Protective Goggles Lightweight protective eyewear with optical quality protection, available as pre-assembled ready-to-wear or separate components. Latex-free, weighing 8.5g. For healthcare workers.
• FaceShield Protective Visor Lightweight protective face visor with maximized airflow design preventing fogging, full-face protection, optical quality, disposable, and antistatic. For healthcare workers.
• Paracervical Block Needle Single-use paracervical block needle with sliding mechanism for safe precise needle tip release, 20Ga stainless steel needle with 4mm exposure, and atraumatic plastic ball tip. For obstetric procedures in hospitals and maternity wards.
• Laser Repair and On-Site Maintenance Service On-site maintenance and laser repair services for medical and surgical lasers previously sold and installed across the installed base of 1,500+ units. For hospitals and clinics.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction of catheter-related infections through Citra-Lock citrate-based lock solutions compared to heparin
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• MedikitcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Exclusive distribution partnership for Medikit fistula catheters and related vascular access products in France. Medikit specializes in fluorine resin catheters for hemodialysis with hemostasis valve technology.
• Bionic - JMScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Exclusive distribution partner for JMS Bionic fistula needles including standard, safety, buttonhole, and unipuncture variants. Bionic needles feature unique design advantages including silicone coating and rotating wings.
• AmecathcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Exclusive distribution partner for Amecath short-term hemodialysis catheters (Softcath) and midline catheters. Products feature proprietary Tecoflex thermosensitive polyurethane technology.
• DirincocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Dirinco's Citra-Lock catheter lock solutions (trisodium citrate-based anti-coagulant and anti-microbial) and Citra-Valve bidirectional valves for CVC infection prevention.
• EmodialmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Emodial hemostasis and dressing products including Betafix, Emostan, Sovan, and silver-based exit-site dressings.
• Neotec - HarsoriamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Harsoria three-way stopcocks with extension tubes and other connector products for IV and perfusion applications.
• VATAmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for VATA advanced venipuncture training aids featuring Dermalike V latex-free simulation veins for healthcare professional training.
• BedalmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Bedal catheter stabilization products including FlexGrip EPI for epidural/neurostimulation and Bedal Flex XS for CVC/PICC/Midline fixation.
• NephrokitmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Nephrokit catheter dressing products including Solukat and Papyrus fixation systems.
• Nordic MedcommajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Nordic Medcom's FistulaStop reusable hemostatic bracelet for post-dialysis compression.
• Copenhagen MedlabmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Copenhagen Medlab's DiaStop single-use hemostatic bracelet for dialysis puncture sites.
• Bioengineering LaboratoriesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Bioengineering Laboratories' paracervical block needles for obstetric procedures.
• MultimedicalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Multimedical connector products including fistula connections, Y-unipuncture connectors, and female/female connectors.
• PIC SolutionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for PIC Solution's Venopic 2 and B-Block safety IV catheters.
• Statcorp MédicalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Statcorp Médical products.
• TidiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Tidi eye protection products.
• First MedicaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for First Medica products.
• Asset MedikalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Asset Medikal products.
• Achim Schulz-LauterbachminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1969Distribution partner for Achim Schulz-Lauterbach products.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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