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IRDI

Europe, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Toulouse

Description

IRDI Gestion, officially known as IRDI Capital Investissement, is a well-established private equity and venture capital firm based in Toulouse, France. Founded in 1984, the institution boasts a long history of supporting businesses across various stages of development, primarily within the Occitanie and Nouvelle-Aquitaine regions of South-West France. With over €400 million (approximately $432 million) under management across several dedicated funds, IRDI Gestion plays a crucial role in fostering regional economic growth and innovation. Its strategic focus encompasses a broad spectrum of sectors, including digital technology, healthcare, industrial innovation, agro-food, and environmental solutions, reflecting a commitment to diverse and impactful investments.

The firm employs a multi-stage investment approach, providing capital from early-stage innovation to growth equity and even transmission capital. For nascent ventures and innovative startups, IRDI Gestion typically offers "Capital Amorçage / Innovation" investments ranging from €100,000 to €1 million (approximately $108,000 to $1.08 million). As companies mature and seek to scale, their "Capital Développement / Croissance" solutions provide larger checks, generally between €500,000 and €5 million. Furthermore, for more established businesses undergoing ownership changes, their "Capital Transmission" arm can deploy significant capital, up to €10 million, facilitating smooth transitions and continued expansion. This flexible investment strategy allows IRDI Gestion to tailor its financial support to the specific needs and growth trajectories of its portfolio companies.

IRDI Gestion's deep roots in the French regional ecosystem enable it to provide not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access to its portfolio companies. Their long-standing presence and commitment to local entrepreneurship underscore their reputation as a key financial partner in the South-West of France. By investing across the entire lifecycle of businesses, from groundbreaking startups to established enterprises, IRDI Gestion reinforces its mission to contribute to the vitality and dynamism of the regional economy, solidifying its position as a pivotal player in the French investment landscape.

Investor Profile

IRDI has backed more than 41 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 15% of its total and boasts 7 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Biotechnology, Software.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $108K – $10.8M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (34%)
  • Series A (22%)
  • Seed (17%)
  • Series B (15%)
  • Series C (5%)
  • Private Equity (5%)
  • Angel (2%)

Country Focus

  • France (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Software
  • Medical Device
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical
  • Agriculture
  • Electronics
  • Chemical
  • Lead Generation
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does IRDI frequently co-invest with?

Supernova Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 5
FMC Ventures
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Co-Investments: 3
Sofimac Investment Managers
Europe, Auvergne, France, Clermont-ferrand
Co-Investments: 3
AQUITI Gestion
Europe, Aquitaine, France, Bordeaux
Co-Investments: 4
I
Europe, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Toulouse
Co-Investments: 6
Galia Gestion
Europe, Aquitaine, France, Bordeaux
Co-Investments: 10
Sofinnova Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 6
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 6
IXO Private Equity
Europe, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Toulouse
Co-Investments: 5
M Capital Partners
Europe, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Toulouse
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does IRDI often collaborate with?

PO
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Lyon
Shared Deals: 1
RV
Europe, Manchester, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by IRDI?

REEV

Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees, France

REEV is reinventing mobility care for millions with walking disorders through cutting-edge wearable robotics and AI

Assistive TechnologyHealth CareMedical DeviceRobotics
SeedFeb 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $9,200,000
Starfish Bioscience

Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France

Starfish Bioscience focuses on the innovation and development of microbiological solutions for agriculture and viticulture.

AgTechBiotechnologyLife Science
SeedOct 28, 2024
Amount Raised: $757,236
Micropep Technologies

Ramonville-saint-agne, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Micropep Technologies is a biotech company that focused on biological alternatives to agrochemicals.

AgricultureBiotechnologyChemicalLead Generation
Series BJul 25, 2024
Amount Raised: $29,298,210
REEV

Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees, France

REEV is reinventing mobility care for millions with walking disorders through cutting-edge wearable robotics and AI

Assistive TechnologyHealth CareMedical DeviceRobotics
SeedJul 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,256,548
Ascendance Flight Technologies

Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Sustainable flight solutions for today & tomorrow... Because cleaner aviation can't wait!

AerospaceAir TransportationCleanTechDronesHardwareTransportation
Series UnknownMar 28, 2023
Amount Raised: $22,761,588
Poclain Hydraulics

Verberie, Picardie, France

Poclain Hydraulics designs, manufactures, and sales hydrostatic and electrohydraulic transmissions.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Private EquityJul 11, 2022
Micropep Technologies

Ramonville-saint-agne, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Micropep Technologies is a biotech company that focused on biological alternatives to agrochemicals.

AgricultureBiotechnologyChemicalLead Generation
Series AJun 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $9,257,388
Mon Chasseur Immo

Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Mon Chasseur Immo is a Real Estate, based in Languedoc Roussillon.

Real Estate
Series UnknownMay 10, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,529,153
SeqOne Genomics

Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

SeqOne is a next generation genomic analysis for next generation healthcare.

AnalyticsBig DataBiotechnologyHealth Care
Series AJan 24, 2022
Amount Raised: $22,647,005
Neurinnov

Les Aires, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Neurinnov provides the design, development, and commercialization of active implantable medical devices and services.

Health CareMedical DeviceProfessional Services
SeedDec 12, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,393,258