Gimv

Gimv is a European investment company based in Antwerp, Belgium, with over 30 years of experience in private equity and venture capital. Founded in 1980, the firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including business-to-business services, financial services, healthcare, information technology, technology, media and entertainment, telecommunications, manufacturing, and life sciences. Gimv operates primarily in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, managing approximately 1.8 billion EUR in investments across 85 portfolio companies. These companies collectively generate over 6 billion EUR in turnover and employ more than 28,000 professionals.

Guillaume Bardy

Partner

Ronald Bartel

Partner

Alexandre Brestin

Associate, Smart Industries

Kristof Vande Capelle

CFO

Anne Caron

Partner

Koen Dejonckheere

CEO

Bart Diels

Managing Partner - Head Health and Care

Martin van Dieten

Analyst

Pierre Egot

Principal

Patrick Franken

Partner, Consumer

Philipp Von Hammerstein

Partner

Mathieu Himpe

Principal

Arie Hooimeijer

Partner

Andreas Jurgeit

Partner

Andreas Jurgeit Ph.D

Partner, Life Sciences

Hidde Van Kerckhoven

Principal

Elderd Land

Partner

Gautier Lefebvre

Principal

Erik Mampaey

Managing Partner

Maja Markovic

Principal

Nick Medaer

Partner

Stephane Mircich

Principal

Ruben Monballieu

Partner

Rombout Poos

Finance Director and Business Analyst

Christophe Van Quickenborne

Partner

Morgane Renault

Principal, Consumer

Tom Roth

Associate, Connected Consumer

Patrick Schaich

Principal

Catharina Soenen

Principal, Sustainable Cities

Elsa Spangenberg

Associate, Healthcare

Eline Talboom

Business analyst

Muriel Uytterhaegen

Principal, Smart Industries

Eric de La Vigne

Principal

Tom Voorde

Managing Partner - Head of Smart Industries and member of Investment Committee

Kalle Wanner

Principal, Sustainable Cities

Boris Wirtz

Principal

Nicolas de Saint Laon

Partner

Past deals in Benelux

The Spice Factory

Acquisition in 2025
The Spice Factory is a manufacturer of herbs and spices, catering to customers in Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. The company specializes in producing a wide range of herbs, spices, and seasonings, serving both large retailers and food service industries. It offers products under private labels for various brands, as well as its own brand offerings, ensuring a diverse selection to meet the needs of different market segments.

Precirix

Series B in 2022
Precirix is a biotechnology company based in Brussels, Belgium, focused on developing radio-immunotherapeutic drugs for cancer treatment. The company's innovative approach leverages the camelid immune system, utilizing antigen-binding fragments to deliver therapeutic radioisotopes directly to targeted receptors on cancer cell surfaces. This targeted delivery system aims to provide personalized cancer therapies, enhancing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects. Precirix is actively engaged in clinical development, particularly for cancers that express HER2, and is exploring compounds for various other cancer indications. Established in 2014, the company is committed to advancing a new generation of targeted cancer therapies.

iSTAR Medical

Series C in 2019
iSTAR Medical SA was created in 2010 as a spinout of Healionics Corporation with support from Belgium's Region Wallonne government. In 2011, iSTAR expanded to its new eco-friendly R&D and Manufacturing facility in CREALYS Scientific Park near Namur, Belgium. By 2012, iSTAR received ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 Quality Systems Certifications and achieved CE Mark approval of its first device - STARflo™ Glaucoma Implant.

Biotalys

Series C in 2019
Biotalys NV is an agricultural technology company based in Ghent, Belgium, that specializes in the research and development of biopesticides aimed at controlling pests and diseases affecting crops and harvested products. The company utilizes its proprietary Agrobody technology platform to create protein-based crop protection solutions that effectively bind to leaves, seeds, and fruits, enabling targeted delivery of active ingredients. This innovative approach combines the performance of traditional chemical pesticides with the safety profile of biological alternatives, making Biotalys' products suitable for both pre- and post-harvest applications. Founded in 2013, Biotalys is committed to providing sustainable and safe food protection solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the evolution of agricultural practices.

Precirix

Series A in 2018
Precirix is a biotechnology company based in Brussels, Belgium, focused on developing radio-immunotherapeutic drugs for cancer treatment. The company's innovative approach leverages the camelid immune system, utilizing antigen-binding fragments to deliver therapeutic radioisotopes directly to targeted receptors on cancer cell surfaces. This targeted delivery system aims to provide personalized cancer therapies, enhancing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects. Precirix is actively engaged in clinical development, particularly for cancers that express HER2, and is exploring compounds for various other cancer indications. Established in 2014, the company is committed to advancing a new generation of targeted cancer therapies.

Arseus Medical Group

Private Equity Round in 2017
Arseus Medical is a distributor of medical equipment and consumables focused on serving hospitals, specialists, nursing homes, and home healthcare providers. The company emphasizes efficient diagnostic and therapeutic solutions, offering a range of products including sterile medical gloves, incontinence materials, wound care items, and small instruments. Arseus Medical supports healthcare professionals with systems for patient monitoring and treatment in various care settings, both inside and outside hospitals. By providing innovative solutions and high-quality resources, the company aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical practices, allowing professionals to concentrate on patient care. With a strong presence in the Benelux region and dedicated teams, Arseus Medical distinguishes itself through exclusive distribution agreements and a commitment to delivering value to its clients.

Biotalys

Series B in 2017
Biotalys NV is an agricultural technology company based in Ghent, Belgium, that specializes in the research and development of biopesticides aimed at controlling pests and diseases affecting crops and harvested products. The company utilizes its proprietary Agrobody technology platform to create protein-based crop protection solutions that effectively bind to leaves, seeds, and fruits, enabling targeted delivery of active ingredients. This innovative approach combines the performance of traditional chemical pesticides with the safety profile of biological alternatives, making Biotalys' products suitable for both pre- and post-harvest applications. Founded in 2013, Biotalys is committed to providing sustainable and safe food protection solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the evolution of agricultural practices.

Itineris

Venture Round in 2017
Itineris specializes in developing and implementing UMAX, a cloud-based customer information and customer relationship management solution tailored for the utilities sector. UMAX utilizes workflow automation and artificial intelligence to facilitate comprehensive management of utility operations, encompassing functions such as revenue collection, asset management, and customer engagement. Built on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform and hosted in the Microsoft Azure Cloud, UMAX aims to streamline business processes for utility professionals. Since its founding in 2003, Itineris has established a strong track record in implementing its solutions across various clients, including notable organizations such as De Watergroep in Belgium, Eneco in the Netherlands, and the New York Department of Environmental Protection in the United States. The company focuses on empowering utility professionals to adapt to the evolving landscape of energy and water management.

Summa

Acquisition in 2016
Summa is a Belgian company established in 1973, initially focused on assembling high-tech recording devices for precision optical lenses. The company transitioned into the vinyl imaging sector in 1987 by modifying pen-plotters for vinyl-cutting applications. Today, Summa is recognized as a global leader in the manufacturing of digital roll cutters and cutting equipment tailored for the printing and graphic design industry. Its product offerings include cutters, flatbed cutter systems, and finishing systems, which are designed to help clients optimize workflows and reduce human error, ultimately saving time and resources. Summa serves various markets, including signage, outdoor advertising, and aerospace.

Joolz

Private Equity Round in 2016
Joolz designs and manufactures award-winning premium pushchairs. Joolz differentiates itself through the quality of its products and ergonomic design, as well as its unique modern brand and culture. Their stylish and distinctive pushchairs are designed to positively accommodate both child and parent. Joolz goal is to inspire young families to enjoy a positive life, i.e. a sustainable and healthy lifestyle. This aim is reflected in their ergonomic products, re-usable packaging, the Joolz Birth Forest, the partners with whom they work and the steps they take in sustainability.

Equipe Zorgbedrijven

Private Equity Round in 2015
Equipe Zorgbedrijven Holding B.V. is a healthcare service organization based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, specializing in the operation of clinics for specialized surgery. The company manages a network of clinics, providing focused medical services to meet the needs of patients in the region.

EcoChem International

Acquisition in 2014
EcoChem develops and formulates eco-friendly flame retardants additives, which are mainly used in building & construction, transportation and electronic applications. The company’s products are added to materials such as wood, insulation, textiles or plastics in order to inhibit, suppress or delay flame and smoke production caused by fire. Headquartered in Olen (Belgium), EcoChem operates 2 production facilities located in Willlebroek (Belgium) and in Offenbach (Germany) and is serving clients in 25 countries.

Lampiris

Venture Round in 2013
Lampiris, an independent supplier of gas, green power and energy services such as insulation, furnace maintenance, wood and pellets for heating, and smart thermostats, has been active in the Belgian energy market since 2005. Lampiris, which currently supplies more than a million accounts, is the third-largest supplier in the residential energy market in Belgium.

Biotalys

Venture Round in 2013
Biotalys NV is an agricultural technology company based in Ghent, Belgium, that specializes in the research and development of biopesticides aimed at controlling pests and diseases affecting crops and harvested products. The company utilizes its proprietary Agrobody technology platform to create protein-based crop protection solutions that effectively bind to leaves, seeds, and fruits, enabling targeted delivery of active ingredients. This innovative approach combines the performance of traditional chemical pesticides with the safety profile of biological alternatives, making Biotalys' products suitable for both pre- and post-harvest applications. Founded in 2013, Biotalys is committed to providing sustainable and safe food protection solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the evolution of agricultural practices.

ARS Traffic & Transport Technology

Private Equity Round in 2012
ARS Traffic & Transport Technology has been providing traffic and transport technology solutions to businesses and government bodies since 1997. It is active in its home market of the Netherlands, but also internationally. The intelligent transport system market is always on the move, in every sense of the word. A dynamic market like this demands a specialised partner, able to cost-effectively integrate state-of-the-art, client-specific technology with existing systems, but also able to develop new hi-tech concepts.

Pronota

Series C in 2012
Pronota NV is a Belgian company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostics aimed at the early detection of life-threatening conditions, such as heart failure, pre-eclampsia, and sepsis. The company utilizes a proprietary protein biomarker diagnostics platform that is non-invasive and validated, focusing on enhancing patient care and addressing unmet medical needs. Founded in 2004 and based in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, Pronota has garnered support from prominent investors and a network of key opinion leaders in the medical field. The firm was previously known as Peakadilly NV before rebranding in 2006.

VCST Industrial Products

Acquisition in 2011
VCST is a world-class automotive supplier of precision-machined powertrain and brake components for Automotive OEM’s and Tier 1 suppliers. The company realized a turnover of 169 million euro in 2015 and employs 1250 full time employees. VCST has production facilities in Belgium, China, Germany, Mexico and Romania, with its headquarters located in Belgium.

XL Video

Venture Round in 2011
XL Video, an Ostend-belgim-based global player in the rental of video display systems for concerts, shows and other events. Founded in 1996 and led by CEO and co-founder René de Keijzer, XL Video is an international leading player in the rental of video technology, such as video screens, for major concert tours, trade fairs, TV shows, sports and other events. The group has a large stocks of high-end video technology such as video displays (LED, projection, plasma and LCD), HD camera systems and large trucks with built-in video screens. XL Video also develops and sells its own LED systems (Pixled).

Liquavista

Series D in 2010
Liquavista B.V., a display manufacturing company, develops electro-wetting displays in the Netherlands and internationally. It offers LiquavistaBright that offers a combination of brightness in natural light and bold contrast to video; LiquavistaColor, which enables eReader devices to offer bright, full color, and low power video capable displays; and LiquavistaVivid, a transflective mode display, which represents the eReader application. Its products are used in portable and mobile applications, such as phones, watches, cameras, DVD players, and automotive applications. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands with additional offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong.

GreenPeak Technologies

Series B in 2009
GreenPeak Technologies BV is a fabless semiconductor company based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializing in ultra-low power wireless data communication controller chips primarily for smart home applications and consumer electronics. Founded in 2004 and previously known as Xanadu Wireless, the company has established itself as a leader in the ZigBee market, offering a diverse range of RF chips and software technologies for Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity. GreenPeak's product lineup includes communication controller semiconductor products, transceiver chips, and modules designed for mesh networks and wireless sensor networks. Its solutions enable secure lifestyle information sharing among families, particularly for children and elderly parents. The company markets its products to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs) across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. GreenPeak also provides integration, support, and training services to its clients and has formed a strategic partnership with Sensara to enhance its offerings.

Pronota

Series B in 2009
Pronota NV is a Belgian company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostics aimed at the early detection of life-threatening conditions, such as heart failure, pre-eclampsia, and sepsis. The company utilizes a proprietary protein biomarker diagnostics platform that is non-invasive and validated, focusing on enhancing patient care and addressing unmet medical needs. Founded in 2004 and based in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, Pronota has garnered support from prominent investors and a network of key opinion leaders in the medical field. The firm was previously known as Peakadilly NV before rebranding in 2006.

LUMA Marketing Technologies

Series A in 2009
Luma International, founded in 2009, specializes in providing an on-demand marketing platform that enhances the capabilities of medium and large companies in creating personalized marketing materials efficiently. The platform, known for its user-friendly Digital Asset Management (DAM) and Enterprise Brand Management (EBM) solutions, supports diverse industries by enabling organizations like Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, and Coca-Cola to improve their marketing flexibility and campaign effectiveness while ensuring brand consistency. Luma's technology allows businesses to align their marketing strategies with sales objectives, providing better support for sales and marketing teams. The company, which has received several prestigious awards for its innovative solutions, operates offices in Antwerp, Rotterdam, Paris, and Redwood Shores.

Vandemoortele

Private Equity Round in 2009
Vandemoortele is a family-owned Belgian foods group with a European dimension. It manufactures and sells high-quality food products in two segments: frozen bakery products (Bakery Products) and margarines and fats (Lipids).

ActoGeniX

Private Equity Round in 2009
ActoGeniX is a biopharmaceutical company established in 2006 and headquartered in Zwijnaarde, Belgium. It focuses on the development and commercialization of a new generation of biological drugs utilizing a proprietary technology platform. This platform employs living non-pathogenic microorganisms for the oral delivery of biopharmaceuticals, addressing unmet needs in gastrointestinal, immunological, and metabolic diseases. Through its innovative approach, ActoGeniX aims to advance therapeutic options in these critical areas of healthcare.

Viabuild

Private Equity Round in 2008
Viabuild is an integrated contracting company based in Belgium, specializing in road building, civil construction, and drainage works. The firm serves both public and private sectors, focusing on a range of services including the construction of roads, squares, and parking garages, as well as earthmoving, surfacing, demolition, excavation, and sewer renovation. Viabuild is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its clients by providing tailored solutions for various infrastructure projects.

Liquavista

Series B in 2008
Liquavista B.V., a display manufacturing company, develops electro-wetting displays in the Netherlands and internationally. It offers LiquavistaBright that offers a combination of brightness in natural light and bold contrast to video; LiquavistaColor, which enables eReader devices to offer bright, full color, and low power video capable displays; and LiquavistaVivid, a transflective mode display, which represents the eReader application. Its products are used in portable and mobile applications, such as phones, watches, cameras, DVD players, and automotive applications. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands with additional offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong.

Diatos

Series D in 2007
Diatos is a biopharmaceutical company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Paris, France with two subsidiaries in Leuven, Belgium and in the San Francisco Bay Area, USA. Diatos is focused on the research, development and marketing of new versions of existing anti-cancer chemotherapeutic drugs with enhanced tumor targeting or improved biodistribution. Diatos has built its portfolio of drugs and drug candidates through a strategy of license acquisitions as well as an internal research and development activity based on its prodrug technologies, Vectocell® and Tumor-Selective Prodrug (TSP).

ActoGeniX

Venture Round in 2007
ActoGeniX is a biopharmaceutical company established in 2006 and headquartered in Zwijnaarde, Belgium. It focuses on the development and commercialization of a new generation of biological drugs utilizing a proprietary technology platform. This platform employs living non-pathogenic microorganisms for the oral delivery of biopharmaceuticals, addressing unmet needs in gastrointestinal, immunological, and metabolic diseases. Through its innovative approach, ActoGeniX aims to advance therapeutic options in these critical areas of healthcare.

Movetis

Series A in 2007
Movetis NV, a pharmaceutical company, focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of drugs for the treatment of diseases in the gastrointestinal (GI) area. Its products address GI disorders, such as severe chronic constipation, ascites, paediatric reflux, as well as severe forms of GI motility disorders, including refractory gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. The company's lead product, Resolor, is used for the symptomatic treatment of chronic constipation in women. Resolor is also tested for chronic constipation in males and children, as well as opioid-induced constipation and post operative ileus. Its products also include M0002, which is in Phase II trials to treat ascites, an accumulation of fluid caused by liver malfunction; and M0003 that is entering Phase II development for symptomatic treatment of heartburn and regurgitation in patient's refractory to PPIs, and pediatric reflux. In addition, the company also has two prioritized compounds out of its preclinical portfolio, M0014 and M0012, and two compound libraries. It has partnership agreements with the universities of Ghent, Leuven, and Rotterdam. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Turnhout, Belgium.

Liquavista

Series A in 2006
Liquavista B.V., a display manufacturing company, develops electro-wetting displays in the Netherlands and internationally. It offers LiquavistaBright that offers a combination of brightness in natural light and bold contrast to video; LiquavistaColor, which enables eReader devices to offer bright, full color, and low power video capable displays; and LiquavistaVivid, a transflective mode display, which represents the eReader application. Its products are used in portable and mobile applications, such as phones, watches, cameras, DVD players, and automotive applications. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands with additional offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong.

Accent Jobs for People

Private Equity Round in 2006
Accent Jobs for People NV is a recruitment agency based in Roeselare, Belgium, specializing in temporary employee recruitment and leasing services. Founded in 1995, the company has established a significant presence in the Belgian temporary labor market. Accent Jobs for People offers job placements across various sectors, including construction, engineering, production, sales and marketing, logistics and distribution, and tourism, among others.

Pronota

Series A in 2006
Pronota NV is a Belgian company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostics aimed at the early detection of life-threatening conditions, such as heart failure, pre-eclampsia, and sepsis. The company utilizes a proprietary protein biomarker diagnostics platform that is non-invasive and validated, focusing on enhancing patient care and addressing unmet medical needs. Founded in 2004 and based in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, Pronota has garnered support from prominent investors and a network of key opinion leaders in the medical field. The firm was previously known as Peakadilly NV before rebranding in 2006.

GreenPeak Technologies

Venture Round in 2006
GreenPeak Technologies BV is a fabless semiconductor company based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializing in ultra-low power wireless data communication controller chips primarily for smart home applications and consumer electronics. Founded in 2004 and previously known as Xanadu Wireless, the company has established itself as a leader in the ZigBee market, offering a diverse range of RF chips and software technologies for Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity. GreenPeak's product lineup includes communication controller semiconductor products, transceiver chips, and modules designed for mesh networks and wireless sensor networks. Its solutions enable secure lifestyle information sharing among families, particularly for children and elderly parents. The company markets its products to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs) across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. GreenPeak also provides integration, support, and training services to its clients and has formed a strategic partnership with Sensara to enhance its offerings.

Gemidis

Series C in 2006
Gemidis is a spin-off company from Ghent University (Belgium) and IMEC (Belgium) and was officially founded in August 2004. Gemidis develops, produces and sells LCOS imagers and driver electronics for both consumer and professional markets.
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