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Marlink has received certification from Bureau Veritas for its XChange platform, essential for managing onboard data and strengthening ship cybersecurity in the face of growing cyberthreats. The management and protection solutions offered by Marlink meet the needs of shipowners in an ever-changing digital environment.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, IFS acquires Poka, a connected worker platform, strengthening its position as the only supplier with leading ERP, EAM and FSM capabilities. The acquisition enables IFS to digitally connect workers across the value chain, improving productivity and efficiency.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, Access Hospitality, a division of the Access Group, provides IT solutions to 10,000 hotel sites. Following the acquisition of Wireless Social, Access Hospitality strengthens its hotel management offering. This integration will enable in-depth analysis of customer data to personalize offers. A major step forward.

Spanish company Windar, present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, stands out for its waste recovery. Having processed 82% of its head office waste in 2022, the company aims to recover over 75% of its global waste by 2025. LRQA-certified, it is implementing a "Zero Waste" strategy and will be building a new plant in Poland.

Marlink and Arabsat join forces to offer increased satellite connectivity in the EMEA region, supporting the energy, mining and NGO sectors. This collaboration reinforces Marlink's position as the leading provider of reliable and secure connectivity solutions in the EMEA region.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, IFS Software recorded 38% sales growth in the first half of 2023, reaching 493 million euros, boosted by its Cloud activities and recurring revenues. The Swedish unicorn now counts big names such as Nestlé, Tetra Pak and Bosch among its customers.

Spendesk raises €100 million, becoming the 26th French unicorn and the 7th Fintech unicorn. With a valuation of $1 billion, it attracts investment from the General Atlantic 2021 fund. The success of this young company demonstrates its meteoric growth and the expansion of its services.

LeoLabs, specialist in low-earth orbit tracking, closes a new round of financing of $29M, totaling over $120M. The company plans to improve global integrations and interoperability for space awareness. With its low-orbit radar network tracking over 20,000 objects, LeoLabs detects orbital maneuvers and analyzes spatial behavior.

Valued at 19 billion euros, Visma finalizes the acquisition of InvoiceXpress to strengthen its presence in Portugal. The cloud platform offers e-invoicing, tax and VAT solutions. With its recent acquisitions, Visma aims to become a European leader in enterprise software, affirming its ambition for digitization.

Chess.com, the leading online chess website with 140 million players, has teamed up with Duolingo to offer its users interaction with multilingual robots. In addition, Chess.com launches a dedicated chess browser with Opera. This innovation aims to make the game even more accessible and entertaining. Chess.com attracts 150,000 new users every day.

Inclusion and diversity issues at the heart of Tech: focus on Qonto and its systemic approach to equity. Marjorie Boruel talks about an inclusive vision at every level, from decision-making to recruitment. Qonto is developing ERGs to promote exchanges and is working with Becomtech to encourage young girls into the tech professions.

Sierra Space plans the first flight of its Dream Chaser commercial spaceplane by the end of 203. With its unique airplane-shaped design, it is the first refueling vehicle for the ISS. A manned version is also under development to join Orbital Reef with Blue Origin and SpaceX. A new chapter is opening up in space travel.

California-based Incode, which specializes in AI-based identity authentication and verification, joins forces with Carahsoft to supply its solutions to the US public sector. The White House is allocating $300 million to improve identity confirmation technology. In this way, Incode is helping to enhance the transparency and efficiency of public services.

Spendesk raises 100 million euros for its enterprise expense management solution. The "fintech" facilitates purchases and reimbursements, enabling companies to save time and better control their spending. With 3,000 customers and growing revenues, international expansion is on the cards. A success story to follow.

IBS Software, world leader in SaaS software solutions, joins forces with Royal Caribbean to modernize travel booking. The iTravelCruise platform will optimize reservation management and loyalty. With its customer-centric approach, this collaboration promises a faster, more flexible booking experience. A transformation of the travel industry is underway.

In 2022, EcoVadis posted sales of over €97 million, up 59% year-on-year. Founded in 2007, the company has become the world's leading provider of CSR assessments, with a network of over 100,000 companies assessed, including Amazon, L'Oréal, LVMH and JPMorgan.

Arnaud Lambert, healthcare expert and head of AiScreenings, works alongside a team of AI and eye health experts. The Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, 2022 and 2023 are revolutionizing healthcare thanks to artificial intelligence. Discover his background and vision in an exclusive interview.

Thanks to artificial intelligence, Israeli nugget AIVF is revolutionizing in vitro fertilization (IVF) with its cutting-edge technology. Equipped clinics are seeing an acceleration of the IVF process, with a platform 50 times faster and 48% more accurate than a human embryologist. A remarkable advance for the well-being of patients. Daniella Gilboa, co-founder of AIVF, shares her expertise in Copenhagen.

IFS, following the acquisition of Poka in June, acquires Falkonry. Falkonry develops AI that detects anomalies in manufacturing processes. IFS, which specializes in ERP solutions for industrial companies, aims to harness data from industrial operations. With growth of 38% in the first half of 2023, IFS continues to build on its momentum.

The US economy, which has been growing for the past three years, is benefiting from an increase in wages, wealth and employment. Private equity firms, particularly in the financial, AI and healthcare sectors, are benefiting from this boom. Virginie Robert talks about the democratization of private equity in Europe, emphasizing the importance of long-term investment.

Marlink, the world's leading operator of satellite communications for the marine and cruise industries, is an innovative company. Present in 14 countries, it provides reliable mobile and fixed connectivity services. Acquired by Seven2 in 2016, its sales have almost doubled. Discover Bertrand Pivin's support for Marlink in video.

Sun King, featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, provides solar power to 95 million people in Africa and Asia, including Yawa Kpodo and Ablam Kloussou in Togo. Thanks to Sun King, they benefit from reliable lighting that helps improve their children's education and optimize their agricultural work. Solar energy is changing their daily lives.

General Atlantic, a world leader in Growth Equity, is one of the managers of the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021 and 2023. With over $90 billion under management, it specializes in investments in the Tech & Telco, Healthcare, Services, Internet/Consumer and Life Sciences sectors. The integration of new technologies in healthcare is a booming sector.

EcoOnline acquires Ecometrica, reinforcing its position as leader in ESG software. This strategic merger creates a comprehensive range of environmental, health, safety and quality solutions. It enables companies to effectively manage their HSE and ESG data for enhanced compliance. A key step forward in environmental protection.

LeoLabs and the New Zealand Space Agency (NZSA) have signed an agreement to monitor space activity via a software platform. Development began in 2019 and aims to ensure compliance by satellite operators. This initiative could inspire other nations to strengthen space regulation.

Founded in 1991, Access Group acquires Singapore-based Diversely to strengthen its recruitment solution, promoting diversity and inclusion. With 100,000 customers and innovative technology, Access Group accompanies recruitment agencies towards success. This initiative is part of a sustained growth strategy: with sales of £685 million by 2022, diversity is at the heart of innovation.

Open Farm Pet, a Toronto-based company co-founded by Jacqueline Prehogan, positions itself as a sustainable enterprise. Committed to regenerative agriculture, it aims to extend its practices over 1 million hectares by 2030. A recent report highlights the importance of this type of agriculture for a more sustainable world. The company works with farmers to preserve the land and combat the climate crisis.

Bubble, an innovative start-up, raises $100 million to accelerate its expansion. It enables users to create applications without coding, appealing to large corporations and start-ups alike. With 11,000 users worldwide, including Twitter clones, Bubble is targeting education and recruitment for further growth.

Open Farm Pet, specialized in high-quality, environmentally-friendly animal feed, was founded by Jacqueline Prehogan. Passionate about animals, she promotes sustainable development. The Toronto-based company achieved sales of $55 million in 2022, with a 55% growth forecast for 2023, targeting $86 million.

IFS, the software company, unveils its financial results for 2023 with exceptional growth, including 33% software revenue and 35% recurring revenue. Thanks to its strategy focused on industrial AI with IFS.ai, the company posts another year of double-digit growth, strengthening its international position. Solid prospects and results for the future.

Personal services in the USA are booming: ISM reports a rise in orders and prices. Authority Brands saw its sales increase by 30%, while Restore recorded 50% growth. Authority Brands has 14 brands, while Restore is the US leader in cryotherapy.

At Vintage Altaroc , innovation is in full swing with companies such as Bubble, Chess.com and Crehana. Bubble is revolutionizing coding with a programming-free platform, Chess.com is dominating online chess, while Crehana offers online courses and employee training, contributing to regional economic development. A trio of disruptive companies to keep an eye on.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare by predicting pathologies, saving lives and developing innovative cancer therapies. Overjet improves dental diagnosis and Equashield offers unrivalled protection in the preparation of hazardous drugs. Biotheus, in China, innovates in therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. AI never ceases to amaze!

Despite rising oil and gas prices, global energy demand continues to grow in 2022. The IEA forecasts a 50% increase in electricity consumption, with growing demand for natural gas and oil. Companies such as Sun King, Windar and Olea Edge Analytics are revolutionizing the sustainable production of clean energy.

The United States enjoys a trade surplus, stabilized inflation and low unemployment. American companies such as Albert, Ole Smoky Distillery, Cadence Education and Vegamour are experiencing exceptional growth. Among them, Albert offers innovative and accessible financial services, embodying American entrepreneurship. The United States remains a global economic powerhouse.

Sustainability is on the rise, with 61% of French people including eco-responsible criteria in their purchasing decisions. Companies must adapt by implementing sustainable and transparent strategies. Leaders such as Back Market, Buff City Soap, Vinted and Roadrunner are setting an example. An ecological revolution is underway.

B-to-B is a buoyant sector for companies: Evisort saw its sales grow by 90%, Coalition by 166%, Incode by 145% and Authentic Brands Group by 54%. The American companies in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021 stand out. B-to-B data protection is a booming market.

Innovation has become an integral part of the transport and telecommunications sectors.

Innovation now affects every sector of the economy, from aerospace to healthcare and tourism.

In Boston, Chris Maclin, CEO of Empyrean, explains how his technology platform protects banks and modernizes risk management

Learn about the career of Ian Drysdale, CEO of One Inc, a specialist in payment infrastructure for the insurance industry.

In Boston, Daniel Baker, CEO of HealthDrive, shares his vision for sustainable growth with a human impact.

Dr. Jeff Wessler, founder of Heartbeat Health, pioneer of virtual-first cardiology in the United States

Interview with Sun King's co-founder on growth and impact in private equity.

From Oslo, Merete Hverven presents Visma's trajectory, supported by private equity.

Mike Capone explains the role of private equity in Qlik's SaaS transformation.

Jean-Mathieu Biseau shares his experience of growth through four LBO .

Discover the impact of AI on reproductive health and the role of private equity.

Interview with Frédéric Trinel on private equity and sustainable strategies.

As the historic driving force behind global private equity, the United States is home to some of the most dynamic companies on the planet. This report highlights 10 hyper-growth American companies, backed by private equity, at the heart of key economic sectors.