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Excelya

CRO delivering clinical trial solutions

Overview

Excelya is a contract research organization (CRO) that provides clinical trial services to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies. It supports end-to-end trials and offers flexible engagement models—Full-Service, Functional Service Provider (FSP), and Resourcing—covering clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, regulatory affairs, and medical writing. The company differentiates itself with a people-first culture and a history of growth through acquisitions, giving it a broad European footprint and the ability to supply everything from individual experts to full departments. Its goal is to expand its European and global presence while delivering comprehensive, flexible CRO services across development stages and post-market activities.

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About Excelya

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Why Excelya is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsConsultingBiotechnologyHealthcare

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Boulogne-Billancourt, France

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Eurazeo's November 2025 investment funds targeted European expansion and external growth.
  • Excelya's 2026 ESMO content shows oncology, AI, and real-world evidence capabilities.
  • OCT Europe 2026 reinforced demand for flexible, compliant, patient-centered outsourcing partners.

What critics are saying

  • Eurazeo debt financing raises integration pressure after acquisitions; margin slippage hits by 2027.
  • Excelya still lacks broad market recognition, forcing heavier sales effort against IQVIA and ICON.
  • Failed acquisition execution could trap Excelya between debt service and client defections.

What makes Excelya unique

  • Excelya combines Full Service, FSP, and Resourcing across 28 countries.
  • Eurazeo-backed, it targets European leadership for mid-sized pharma with acquisition firepower.
  • People-first culture remains central, supporting employee retention and service continuity.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

8%
Excelya
Feb 23rd, 2026
Excelya Earns EcoVadis Bronze Medal in 2026 Review

Excelya earns EcoVadis Bronze Medal in 2026 review. Introduction. Excelya Group is proud to share that Excelya has been awarded the EcoVadis Bronze Medal following its 2025/2026 reassessment. This recognition places Excelya Group in the top 35% of companies evaluated and reflects its continued dedication to responsible, ethical, and sustainable business practices. This achievement is especially meaningful given two major changes in this year's evaluation process: the full integration of Scope 3 carbon footprint calculations, along with the shift to non-rounded scoring, provides a more precise and rigorous assessment framework. Its 2026 EcoVadis results. Despite the more rigorous criteria, Excelya Group achieved a score nearly identical to last year, demonstrating the strength and consistency of its CSR foundations * Environment: 78/100 * Ethics: 70/100 * Sustainable Procurement: 69/100 * Overall Score: 71/100 (84th percentile) * Labor & Human Rights: 68/100 What this means for its future? While Excelya Group is encouraged by these results, Excelya Group recognize that sustainability is a continuous journey. Looking ahead to 2026, Excelya Group is committed to advancing its CSR strategy even further through two key initiatives: * Comprehensive Carbon Footprint Assessment: Excelya Group is partnering with Ecodev to implement a structured and comprehensive carbon footprint assessment that will give Excelya Group deeper insights into its environmental impact across all scopes. * Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) Alignment: Excelya Group is working toward aligning its climate goals with the Science Based Targets initiative, ensuring its emissions reduction targets are grounded in climate science and contribute meaningfully to limiting global warming. Moving forward together. This Bronze Medal isn't just recognition of where Excelya Group is, it's the foundation for where Excelya Group is going. Sustainability isn't a side initiative; it's embedded in how Excelya Group operate, support its clients, and empower its people. As Excelya Group continue to strengthen its CSR commitments, Excelya Group stay focused on delivering excellence while caring for its planet, its teams, and its communities. Thank you to every Excelyate who helps make sustainability a true value at Excelya. To learn more about Excelya's CSR and sustainability efforts, learn more about Excelya's CSR and sustainability efforts.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Dec 5th, 2025
Eurazeo invests in European clinical research provider Excelya

Morgan Lewis has advised Eurazeo on its investment in Excelya, a European clinical research services provider. The deal sees Eurazeo join as a long-term investor alongside Excelya's management team. Eurazeo, a leading European investment group, manages €37.4 billion in diversified assets and supports over 600 mid-market companies. Excelya specialises in developing patient treatments and advancing scientific knowledge in clinical research. The Morgan Lewis team included partners Sophie Perus and Sebastien Pontillo, of counsel Thomas Lefebvre, and associates Baptiste Godmer, Charles Deffontaines and Camille Jannin. Financial terms of the investment were not disclosed.

MarketScreener
Nov 24th, 2025
EURAZEO SUPPORTS EXCELYA IN A NEW PHASE OF DEVELOPMENT

Eurazeo is joining Excelya, a European clinical research services provider, as a lead investor alongside its management team to support the Group in continuing its development and pursuing external...

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