Press Release For immediate release Date: May 19, 2026 Aurora Sterilisation secures EUR 10.8 million in funding under the IPCEI Tech4Cure programme to accelerate the ecological transition of single-use medical device sterilisation Aurora Sterilisation ("Aurora"), an innovative company in the field of medical sterilisation, announces the securing of €10.8 million in grants and repayable advances. This funding, obtained under the IPCEI Tech4Cure programme and operated by Bpifrance, will enable Aurora to support medical device manufacturers in the ecological transition of their product sterilisation processes. - Aurora's cutting-edge technology addresses critical challenges in the medical sector by: - Protecting patients from infections related to single-use medical devices; Facilitating the introduction of new medical devices through an adapted sterilisation process; - Using a sterilising agent that is safe for human health and the environment, while remaining energy-efficient. Jan Laarman, Chief Executive Officer of Aurora, states: "We are extremely proud and grateful to have secured this funding. It reflects the confidence of European and French public authorities in our technology and its ability to meet the current challenges facing the medical device industry. At Aurora, we firmly believe that the sterilisation of tomorrow can no longer be separated from the ecological imperative. Our process not only guarantees maximum patient safety, but also supports manufacturers in their transition towards more sustainable solutions, while significantly reducing the environmental footprint of sterilisation. With this new support, we will be able to accelerate the deployment of our technology among European industrial players, foster the emergence of more innovative and environmentally responsible medical devices, and make a tangible contribution to Europe's health sovereignty. This is a decisive step for Aurora, but above all for the entire healthcare value chain." Press contact: Aurora Sterilisation – 177, boulevard de l'Yser - 76000 Rouen Jan Laarman Email: jan.laarman@aurora-sterilisation.com Website: https://lnkd.in/euGkTHHc About Aurora Sterilisation Aurora Sterilisation develops an innovative sterilisation technology for medical devices, aimed at protecting patients, supporting medical innovation and preserving the environment through an energy-efficient process that poses no risk to human health. This technology uses natural plasmas generated from pure air gas. Aurora is based in Rouen and Reims. End of press release
Congrats! Well deserved. So great technology. Such a need for it!
Great Achievements and outstanding team performance Aurora 🤩, well done !
Félicitations Jan Laarman ! C’est une nouvelle très belle avancée 👏
Au-delà du financement (ou de l'avance), l'important est que le procédé puisse être appliqué sur des DM emballés en phase "terminale", en routine. Face à la problématique de toxicité de l'OE, à celle d'incompatibilités de certains polymères avec la radiostérilisation, tout comme la thermosensibilité qui réduit l'usage de la vapeur, cette technologie plasma apporte effectivement une réponse aux enjeux du secteur en matière d'impact environnemental. Une question subsiste pour moi - qui reste très enthousiaste de ce procédé - : à quel horizon le premier DM Stérile "stérilisé plasma"? Jan Laarman Sandrine VILLEGER