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The global medical imaging market has shown a robust growth trajectory, rising from a valuation of $36.19 billion in 2020 to an estimated $40.17 billion in 2022, representing an 11% increase since 2020. Although a handful of companies - GE Healthcare, Siemens, Philips and Toshiba - dominate the market with over 75% market share, there is considerable activity among French SMEs and startups. The French market, in particular, has seen strong growth, increasing by 16% from 2020 to 2023, reaching 2.466 billion euros in July 2023. North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific hold the majority of market share, collectively accounting for 89.1%.
The industry is also marked by significant technological advances and innovations, particularly in medical imaging software, with the integration of Big Data and artificial intelligence catalyzing development. Major technology companies such as Alphabet's Deepmind are entering the space, demonstrating the trend towards technical innovation in medical imaging equipment, which is becoming increasingly powerful and multifunctional.
Evolving trends in the French medical imaging market
The French medical imaging market has grown significantly in recent years. In line with global trends, the French medical imaging sector is expanding not only in terms of market value, but also in terms of technological innovation. This growth testifies to the market's responsiveness to key factors such as demographic ageing, the prevalence of chronic diseases and escalating demand for advanced diagnostic methods.
Despite the absence of French giants, the market is well supported by dynamic SMEs and start-ups that have been competitive both locally and internationally. Entities such as Echosens, Acteon, EOS Imaging, Guerbet and Pixyl have proved their worth in the face of the dominance of major players such as GE Healthcare, Siemens, Philips and Toshiba, which collectively control over 75% of the global market share. GE Healthcare, in particular, maintains a strong presence in France, consolidating the country's stature in the global scenario.
The vitality of the French market is also reflected in the trade balance figures. Between 2021 and mid-2023, imports of medical imaging equipment rose significantly, from around 377.2 million to almost 483.2 million euros. Exports also experienced an upward trajectory, rising from around 880.7 million euros to just over 1.116 billion euros over the same period, maintaining a favorable trade balance despite the difference in millions.
In the field of innovation, France is contributing to the global shift towards software development, in particular by harnessing the power of Big Data and artificial intelligence to improve diagnostic capabilities. Players such as Alphabet subsidiary Deepmind are investing in this segment, positioning themselves at the forefront of the digital transformation of medical imaging. Among the range of medical imaging equipment, France relies heavily on MRIs and scanners, which account for the bulk of imports and exports in this sector. The focus on these modalities reflects the current global market trend, which sees X-ray systems holding the largest share, followed by MRI and ultrasound equipment.
Overall, the French medical imaging market landscape is shaped by ongoing technological advances, the active participation of local SMEs and startups, and continued innovation in medical imaging software. With the current growth trajectory, the market is well placed to maintain its importance in the global arena.
Key players shaping the medical imaging landscape
Medical imaging is an essential aspect of modern healthcare, enabling clinicians to explore hidden areas of the body for diagnosis and treatment. While industry giants largely dominate the market, there is a dynamic cohort of French companies and startups carving out remarkable niches and demonstrating innovation.
Global giants with a strong French presence
- GE Healthcare is a formidable global leader in medical imaging, involved in the creation of a wide variety of imaging equipment. In France, they have a significant presence and actively participate in innovative conglomerates focused on the application of AI in medical imaging.
- Siemens Healthineers is another dominant name in the ecosystem, renowned for its extensive catalog of medical imaging tools and technologies. Siemens' ability to innovate and integrate new technologies into its product range reinforces its status within the industry.
- Philips completes the triad of industrial behemoths, constantly pushing the boundaries with technologically advanced imaging systems. Their constant innovation in hardware and software solutions enables them to maintain their competitive edge.
- FujiFilm also plays an important role. Although it is not described predominantly in the text provided, it is a brand that has always been influential in the imaging field, and has evolved in parallel with the industry's shift from photographic film to digital solutions.
Leading French innovators and challengers
- Stephanix offers a glimmer of hope in the field of radiology. As an equipment manufacturer, it strengthens France's position on the world market with its high-quality radiology solutions.
- Acteon emerges with a clear focus on ultrasound equipment, expanding the nation's repertoire of medical imaging modalities.
- Echosens specializes in targeted imaging devices, making waves by creating tools that help meet specific medical needs such as liver diagnostics.
- EOS Imaging deserves a mention, even if it isn't explicitly mentioned, for its cutting-edge orthopedic medical imaging solutions, which have given it a solid foothold not only in France, but worldwide.
Startups and new entrants pushing back the boundaries of innovation
- Incepto Medical is an archetype of the startup culture in this sector, combining AI with medical imaging to drive the evolution of diagnostics and patient care.
- The companyAZmed, whose financial figures are not disclosed, is representative of the emerging landscape in which startups are offering cutting-edge solutions and methodologies in the field of medical imaging.
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1 Market overview
1.1 Presentation and definition of the medical imaging market
Medical imaging encompasses all techniques based on different physical phenomena (magnetic resonance, ultrasound wave reflection, radioactivity, X-ray absorption, etc.), enabling images to be taken of the inside of the human body. Medical imaging is mainly used to establish diagnoses, but can also be used to support treatment, particularly surgery.
The global medical imaging market is estimated to be worth $40.17 billion by 2022. This is a fast-growing market (+11% since 2020), which should continue to develop at a CAGR of 5.8% until it reaches $56.53 billion in 2028[Fortune Business Insights]. North America, Europe and Asia are the regions with the highest market share(89.1% between them).what's more, the market is highly concentrated in the hands of a few players, with just 4 companies (GE Healthcare, Siemens, Philips and Toshiba) holding over 75% of the market[World Bank]
The French market has been stable over the past decade. Although there are no French giants in the medical imaging sector, many French SMEs and start-ups, such as Echosens, are active in the field. aises, such as Echosens, Acteon, EOS Imaging, Guerbet and Pixyl, are doing well at all levels of the value chain, as well as internationally. What's more, GE Healthcare, the world leader in medical imaging, has a strong presence in France. The French medical imaging market has been growing strongly since 2021, rising from 2.123 billion euros in 2020 to 2.466 billion euros in July 2023, an increase of 16%. [INSEE]
The market is strongly impacted by innovation, particularly on the software side, with the development of big data and artificial intelligence. Numerous players are investing in this segment, including digital giants such as Alphabet (Google), through its subsidiary Deepmind.
The market trend is also towards technical innovation on devices, with machines that are increasingly powerful and feature new functions.
1.2 Global market
In ****, the global medical imaging market was valued at $**.** billion. Two years later, in ****, the global market size is estimated at $**.** billion, an increase of **% over the previous year. The market is expected to continue to grow at a CAGR of *.*%, reaching $**.** billion in **** .
Evolution of global medical imaging market size World, ...
1.3 Balance of trade
In order to analyze French foreign trade in medical imaging equipment, we will use the following CN* codes, which cover all such equipment:
********: electrocardiographs, ********: ultrasonic scanning diagnostic equipment (***), ********: magnetic resonance imaging diagnostic equipment, ********: scintigraphy equipment, ********: electrodiagnostic equipment for simultaneous monitoring of two or more physiological parameters, ********: other electrodiagnostic equipment for ...
1.4 The French market
The French medical imaging equipment manufacturing business is listed under NAF nomenclature code **.**Z: "Manufacture of medical irradiation equipment, electromedical and electrotherapeutic equipment"
This code includes :
The manufacture of irradiation equipment and tubes (***), i.e. X-ray equipment and equipment using alpha, beta or gamma radiation, manufacture of computer tomographs, the manufacture ...
2 Demand analysis
2.1 Overview of the French hospital sector
In **** (***), there were *,*** healthcare establishments in France providing diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of patients, with a capacity of ***,*** full hospitalization beds and **,*** partial hospitalization places, compared with ***,*** and **,*** respectively in ****. These facilities differ in terms of legal status, size and mission. There are three types of legal status: public, private non-profit ...
2.2 Imaging equipment in healthcare establishments
Imaging equipment is a major component of healthcare facilities. Technical advances and the cost of new, more efficient equipment have led to a concentration and sharing of facilities. By ****, there will be *.* scanners per ***,*** inhabitants. However, there are significant geographical disparities, with the ratio ranging from *.* in Mayotte to *.Z in ...
2.3 Focus on MRI demand
French consultancy and research firm Cemka, specializing in Public Health, Health Economics and Epidemiology, released a study in ****, an extract of which focuses on MRI and its waiting times. There have been no new reports since, but this data gives an idea of the evolutions and challenges of MRI.
Between **** and ...
2.4 Socio-demographic factors driving market growth
Older people are the most likely to benefit from healthcare devices, and therefore from medical imaging devices. It is therefore interesting to look at the current and future demographics of the French population.
An aging population: already a reality...
Proportion of the French population aged ** or over France, ****-****, in % Source: ...
3 Market structure
3.1 Value chain
Below is a simplified value chain for the medical imaging sector:
Source: ****
The medical imaging equipment manufacturing market in France is held by a handful of international players (***). For example, in ****, General Electric controlled **% of the medical imaging equipment supply market. [***]. Indeed, with very high R&D costs, as well as ...
3.2 French players
Although France has no medical imaging giants, a number of French players are making their mark on the market, at all levels of the value chain presented in the previous section. The following table presents some of these French companies:
The French ecosystem is essentially made up of SMEs.GE Healthcare, ...
3.3 The emergence of new distribution and operating models
There are many different models for distributing and operating medical imaging equipment. According to a study by Transverse and strategy consultancy Frost & Sullivan, two business models stand out[***]:
The MES model (***): this model is based on the sale of equipment, followed by a range of related services, such as management, procurement, ...
4 Offer analysis
4.1 Diversity of medical imaging equipment
There are many different types of medical imaging technology, for a wide range of applications, the main ones of which are listed in the following table:
Source: ****
Below is a non-exhaustive list of the main types of medical imaging equipment:
Conventional and digital radiography Fluoroscopy CTscanner / Tomodensitometry / Scanography
MRI (***) Functional ...
4.2 Pricing of medical imaging equipment and procedures
Equipment prices
Prices for medical imaging equipment can vary widely, depending on the brand, features and modifications modifications made to the equipment, as well as the customer'scustomer requirements. However, SNITEM provides a price range for top-of-the-range equipment:
In addition to the cost of the equipment, there are installation costs. According to ...
4.3 Supply trends
The world of medical imaging is undergoing major changes as equipment technology improves and artificial intelligence develops.
Technological innovations by modality
Numerous technical advances are being made in each modality, notably in the finesse of equipment, which produces images that are increasingly precise, faster and less stressful for the patient.
All ...
5 Regulations
5.1 Regulations for manufacturers and healthcare professionals
International Data Management Standard (***)
DICOM is an international standard governing the communication and management of medical imaging and related information. It governs the format of images, enabling them to be exchanged without loss of data. This standard applies to almost all medical imaging equipment, and was created in ****. [***]
European regulations
on ...
5.2 Future regulations
In the near future, particularly with the growing presence of AI in this sector (***), medical imaging could also be governed by :
ePrivacy Regulation, a European Union project aimed at strengthening citizens' online privacy by "governing all electronic communications on publicly available services and networks originating from individuals within the European Union"[***]. ...
List of charts
- Trends in the value of the global medical imaging market
- World market sales by region
- Breakdown of worldwide sales by imaging equipment
- Global market share by company
- Exports of medical imaging equipment by type
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Medical imaging: Guerbet injects €26 million into Simafex - 12/10/2023
- Guerbet, founded in 1926, generates sales of €753 million with 2,600 employees, including 1,200 in France.
- The group operates three plants in France and three abroad.
- Simafex belongs to the French pharmaceutical group Guerbet, a leader in contrast products for medical imaging, which obtains a diagnosis for a patient under MRI or scanner every second in the world, and has inaugurated a new administrative building in Marans, Charente-Maritime, at a cost of 4.3 million euros.
- 100 employees at the Seveso-classified chemical plant.
- More than 25 million euros have been invested in this industrial site since 2018.
- In March, the Guerbet site obtained approval from US health authorities to market Elucirem, a product developed since 2006. For the production of Elucirem, 6.9 million euros have been earmarked for the Marans production line in 2020, and a production capacity of 38 tons was reached this year.
- Guerbet, founded in 1926, generates sales of 753 million euros with 2,600 employees, including 1,200 in France.
- The Group operates three plants in France and three abroad.
Medical imaging: DMS Group acquires Sweden's Solutions For Tomorrow - 03/10/2023
- Medical imaging specialist for digital radiology and bone densitometry, DMS targets sales of 40 million euros in 2023
- by 2027, the goal is to reach 60 million euros
- 120 employees
- Network of 140 distributors worldwide
- DMS Group is based in Gallargues (Gard) and listed on the stock exchange
- Acquisition of Swedish company Solutions For Tomorrow. Founded in 2011
- It offers a high-end motorized mobile medical imaging solution, protected by 15 patents and present in 35 countries.
- The company has already deployed over 500 pieces of equipment, employs 23 people and generates sales of 6 million euros.
The Agnelli family invests in Philips Santé - 07/09/2023
- The investment holding company Exor, owned by the Agnelli family, has assets of 33 billion euros.
- Exor acquired 15% of the Philips conglomerate for 2.6 billion euros.
- Philips became the Agnelli family's fourth largest holding, behind Ferrari, Stellantis and CNH Industrials.
- Healthcare accounts for more than half of Philips' sales, totalling 17.8 billion euros last year.
- Philips had to recall 5.3 million of its respiratory devices worldwide
- Exor has recouped 9.3 billion euros from the sale of US reinsurer PartnerRe to Covéa in 2021.
- Exor had taken a 45% stake in Italy's Lifenet Healthcare in spring 2022.
- In July 2022, Exor also acquired 10% of Institut Mérieux for 833 million euros.
- Exor also holds a 24% stake in French shoe manufacturer Christian Louboutin.
Gleamer raises $27 million to make AI standard in radiology - 28/06/2023
- In 2017, Gleamer was co-founded by Christian Allouche.
- Gleamer's diagnostic solutions have reduced false negatives by 30% and cut radiologists' reading time by 30% too.
- Gleamer's ambition is to double its workforce to 100 by the end of 2024.
- The company has successfully raised 27 million euros in financing
- Gleamer's solutions are currently used by some 6,500 radiologists at 650 sites.
- Gleamer is aiming for deployment at 2,000 sites by the end of 2025, with 50% in Europe and 40% in the United States.
- The company generated €5 million in revenues in 2022, and plans to double this figure in 2023.
- The US market currently accounts for 15% of recurring revenues.
Guerbet takes control of Intrasense to develop AI in medical imaging - 23/06/2023
- Guerbet: sales of €753 million, 2,700 employees.
- Intrasense: 70 employees, created in 2004, listed since 2012.
- Guerbet acquires over 56% of Intrasense's capital.
- Intrasense's Myrian solution deployed in 1,200 hospitals and radiology practices.
- Intrasense and Guerbet sign licensing and integration agreement for AI in oncology medical imaging.
- Intrasense sales to rise from €3.8 million to nearly €8 million by 2026.
- Intrasense targets new markets: Germany and Italy.
- Launch of a new oncology product line in 2024, with 32 people already recruited.
Medical imaging: DMS Group signs record-breaking contract in Italy | Medical imaging: DMS Group signs record-breaking contract in Italy. - 22/01/2023
- DMS Group: imaging specialist
- DMS Group's sales partner Fujifilm Healthcare has won a tender for 96 "FDX Visionary-RF Premium" remote-controlled X-ray tables, designed and produced by DMS Imaging
- Sales of €40 million expected in 2023
- 120 employees
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