Via Nova

What Via Nova does

Via Nova Equine is a specialized equine veterinary clinic headquartered in Bree, Belgium-Limburg, founded in 2019 under the Latin name meaning "The New Way." The clinic delivers board-certified specialty care across orthopaedics, surgery, internal medicine, advanced imaging, ophthalmology, hospitalisation, and pre-purchase examinations, supported by standing MRI, CT, two fully equipped operating rooms, and ultrasound modalities including Ultrasound Tissue Characterization (UTC). It also operates a mobile practice with equipped vehicles serving Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, and integrates the Sleip AI motion-analysis system for objective gait assessment in orthopedic cases. The team of approximately 33 staff includes European board-certified specialists (Dipl. ECVS, Dipl. ECEIM, Dipl. ECVDI-LA), veterinary assistants, interns, and stable personnel.

The clinic generates revenue on a fee-for-service basis across four primary streams: veterinary consultations and treatments, surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, and pre-purchase examinations. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; payment is collected immediately after consultation or treatment via Bancontact, credit card, or cash, with a quote-based model for complex procedures. Customers access services through direct appointment booking via an online treatment agreement form, mobile practice visits, and referrals from veterinarians, physiotherapists, dentists, and farriers. The end customers are private horse owners and potential horse buyers across the Benelux and Western Germany, with marketing conducted through a bilingual (Dutch/English) website, Facebook, and Instagram, supported by an 82-review Google rating.

Via Nova operates as a subsidiary within the Altano Group, a network of specialized equine clinics including ESMP, SMDC, and Clinique Vétérinaire Équine de Grosbois. This group affiliation provides cross-clinic collaboration for diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare, and positions Via Nova within a consolidating European equine specialty veterinary platform. The company is privately held with no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, and no mergers or acquisitions recorded in the source data.

Name

Via Nova

Legal name

Via Nova Equine

Website

https://vianovaequine.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Via Nova Equine is a Belgium-based specialized equine veterinary clinic in Bree offering orthopedics, surgery, internal medicine, advanced imaging (MRI, CT), and ophthalmology, serving private horse owners and buyers across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany via in-clinic and mobile services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Equine Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194), Veterinary Services (541940)

akta.pro primary industry

Equine Veterinary Services (AFAEANAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Equine Hospital & Surgical Services (HLAMABAF), Sports Medicine, Lameness & Performance (Equine) (HLAMABAJ), Field Services, Mobile Imaging & On-Farm Procedures (HLAMABAK), Equine Ambulatory & On-Farm Veterinary Services (HLAMABAE)

Keywords

• Equine veterinary services
• Equine diagnostic imaging
• Equine surgical care
• Horse pre-purchase examination
• Mobile equine practice

Headquarters

HQ city

Bree

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Consultation and Treatment Services: Direct veterinary services including consultations, examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments provided at the clinic or on location via mobile practice. Payment is collected immediately after consultation and/or treatment.
2. Surgical Procedures: Board-certified surgeon performs both routine and complex surgical procedures in two fully equipped operating rooms.
3. Diagnostic Imaging Services: Advanced imaging services including X-rays, ultrasound, CT scans, and MRI performed at the clinic.
4. Pre-purchase Examinations: Comprehensive health assessments for potential horse purchases, including clinical examination, X-rays, and optional tendon/joint ultrasounds and endoscopic evaluation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Via Nova Equine is a specialized equine veterinary clinic in Bree, Belgium, offering orthopedics, surgery, internal medicine, advanced imaging (standing MRI and CT), ophthalmology, hospitalisation, pre-purchase examinations, and routine preventive care. It also operates a mobile practice serving Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, and integrates AI-driven motion analysis (Sleip) for objective gait assessment.

Product overview

Via Nova is an equine veterinary clinic offering a comprehensive suite of specialized medical services for horses. The core service portfolio includes Orthopaedics (with clinical research, diagnostic imaging, and treatment), Advanced Imaging (CT and MRI), Surgery, Internal Medicine (with full diagnostic and treatment capabilities), Hospitalisation, and Ophthalmology. Additional services include Routine Care modules (orthopaedic fittings, prevention, dentistry) and Pre-purchase Examination with Second Opinion. The clinic also operates a Mobile Practice serving Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. The clinic has integrated AI technology through Sleip, an AI-powered motion analysis system for objective horse movement pattern detection. All services are provided through a team of globally recognised specialists, with facilities including advanced imaging (MRI, CT), fully equipped operating rooms, and comfortable stabling under one roof.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Orthopaedics Specialized orthopedic care for horses including clinical research, diagnostic imaging (radiography, ultrasound, UTC), and treatments such as regenerative medicine (PRP, IRAP, stem cell therapy), laser therapy, shockwave therapy, cryotherapy, and rehabilitation. Designed for horse owners needing advanced musculoskeletal care.
• Advanced Imaging CT and MRI imaging services providing detailed three-dimensional views of equine bones and soft tissues. Standing MRI allows imaging of the horse's lower limbs from hoof to carpus or hock, enabling early detection of subtle injuries invisible with other techniques. Intended for horses requiring advanced diagnostic assessment.
• Surgery Surgical care delivered by a board-certified surgeon in two fully equipped operating rooms with advanced monitoring equipment and specialized induction and recovery boxes. Covers both routine and complex procedures for equine patients.
• Internal Medicine Comprehensive internal medicine services including diagnostics for cardiology, respiratory, digestive, liver, kidneys, bladder, muscle, skin, neurology, and endocrinology, plus treatments such as medication, diet/management, exercise management, and genetic predisposition prevention. Targets horses with complex medical conditions.
• Hospitalisation Temporary stabling facilities with spacious boxes providing optimal conditions for rest, routine, and monitoring during recovery or preparation for procedures. Designed for horses needing in-clinic observation and postoperative care.
• Ophthalmology Equine eye examination and treatment including ophthalmoscopy, fluorescein staining, intraocular pressure measurement, and ultrasound, with tailored treatment plans ranging from medication to surgical intervention.
• Routine Care Recurring preventive care including orthopaedic fittings (customized shoeing), prevention (health checks, movement analyses, vaccinations, deworming), and dentistry (equine dental examinations and treatment). Designed for ongoing horse health maintenance.
• Pre-purchase Examination and Second Opinion Comprehensive purchase inspection assessing health and suitability of horses, plus interpretation of diagnostic imaging as a second opinion by board-certified specialists. Designed for prospective horse buyers and sellers needing objective evaluation.
• Mobile Practice On-location veterinary services in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany delivered via mobile practice vehicles equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and other diagnostic tools. Brings specialist care to horse owners who cannot easily transport their animals to the clinic.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,500 satisfied customers served

Named customers6 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

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Altano GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVia Nova is part of the Altano Group, a network of specialized equine clinics that work together to provide the highest level of care. This collaboration allows combining expertise, knowledge, and resources to offer a wide range of medical disciplines and advanced treatments. Altano Group aims for high medical standards, being an employer of choice, delivering exceptional customer experience, and sustainable business practices.
• ESMP (Equine Specialized Medical Practice)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNearby Altano clinic collaborating with Via Nova for enhanced diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare capabilities.
• SMDCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNearby Altano clinic collaborating with Via Nova for enhanced diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare capabilities.
• Clinique Vétérinaire Équine de GrosboiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Altano clinic collaborating with Via Nova for enhanced diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare, particularly benefiting from Grosbois's expertise in France.
• Specialized Colleagues (International)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWhen necessary, specialized colleagues from within and abroad perform surgeries at Via Nova, ensuring the horse receives appropriate treatment without unnecessary transport.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Palm Beach Equine Clinic: Large US-based specialist equine clinic in Florida with comprehensive advanced imaging, surgery, and sports medicine. Comparable in service mix and high-end clientele, though operating in a North American competitive market rather than European.

Direct peers

• SMDC: Altano Group sister clinic collaborating with Via Nova for enhanced diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare. Closest functional peer in terms of specialty equine services offered and referral-network positioning.
• Tierklinik Lüsche: One of Europe's largest equine clinics, located in Germany. Directly competes in the same DACH-adjacent referral market with advanced imaging, surgery, sports medicine, and hospitalization capabilities.
• Bell Equine Veterinary Clinic: UK-based specialist equine clinic providing orthopedics, surgery, advanced imaging, and routine care. Closely comparable in service breadth, mobile practice offerings, and customer profile of sport horse and leisure horse owners.
• Hagyard Equine Medical Institute: Long-established US equine referral hospital in Kentucky with broad specialty services, advanced imaging, and a major Thoroughbred racing clientele. Closely comparable in specialist depth, imaging capabilities, and pre-purchase examination offerings.
• ESMP (Equine Specialized Medical Practice): Sister clinic within the Altano Group network, providing specialized equine veterinary services in Belgium. Directly comparable in offerings (orthopedics, imaging, surgery) and operating model, with collaboration routing cases between the two sites for diagnostics, treatment, and aftercare.
• Clinique Vétérinaire Équine de Grosbois: French Altano Group sister clinic focused on specialized equine care. Directly comparable in service mix and specialty credentials, and serves as Via Nova's referral partner for French cases and vice versa.
• Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital: Major US-based specialist equine hospital in Kentucky with a similar service portfolio of advanced imaging, surgery, internal medicine, and reproductive services. Comparable in advanced-care positioning and sport horse customer base, though in a different geographic market.
• Rossdales Equine Hospital: One of the UK's leading specialist equine hospitals, offering advanced imaging, surgery, internal medicine, and ambulatory services. Comparable in scale, specialist credentials, and referral-based business model targeting sport and racehorse owners.

Broad incumbents

• Evidensia (Mars Veterinary Health): Large pan-European veterinary group offering multi-specialty services including equine care across many countries. Operates as a broad incumbent rather than a dedicated equine specialist, but is relevant for benchmarking referral patterns, group-level scale, and European veterinary market dynamics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/vianovaequine
• Instagraminstagram.com/vianovaequine
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vianovaequine

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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