Strategic partnership renewal creates enhanced opportunities for life science companies
MARSEILLE, France, September 29, 2025 – Eurobiomed, the leading health innovation cluster in Southern France, and Biocom California, the premier life science trade association in California, announced today the renewal and expansion of their partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This strengthened collaboration, building upon their previous agreement, was signed in Marseille during a high-profile visit of a San Diego delegation to France, led by United States Congressman Scott Peters, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, and World Trade Center San Diego (WTCSD).
The renewed partnership focuses on creating tangible opportunities for member companies of both organizations through three pillars:
- Information and knowledge sharing on healthcare markets, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement systems.
- Access to extensive networks of scientific and clinical experts.
- Business development support for companies expanding into new markets.
Accelerating Market Access in California and Southern France
The signing ceremony brought together innovative companies from both regions, demonstrating the sector’s keen interest in this transatlantic partnership. The delegation from southern France was led by Bruno Buisson, chairman of the Strategic Projects Committee of Eurobiomed and Neuroservices-alliance, and Pierre d’Epenoux, chief executive officer of Imcheck Therapeutics. The San Diego delegation, part of a week-long Trade Mission to France, includes representatives from life sciences companies GEN2X, French Bio Beach, La Jolla Labs; healthcare-focused venture firm Ambix Ventures; and research institutions UC San Diego and San Diego State University.
« This strengthened partnership with Biocom California marks a significant milestone in our mission to transform our innovative companies into global champions, » said Emilie Royère, General Manager of Eurobiomed. « By combining our expertise and networks, we’re creating unprecedented opportunities for our more than 400 members to access the dynamic California market while welcoming U.S. innovations to Southern France. »
« California and Southern France are both recognized globally as dynamic and experienced life science hubs, and this renewed partnership allows our members to build on that shared strength, » said Joe Panetta, president emeritus of Biocom California. « Through this collaboration with Eurobiomed, we will continue to create meaningful opportunities for companies in both regions to expand, innovate and bring transformative health solutions to patients worldwide. »
Looking ahead, both organizations will strengthen their collaboration through joint events and missions, creating valuable networking opportunities for their members. This will include coordinated participation in major industry conferences in both regions and the organization of dedicated matchmaking sessions. These gatherings will serve as catalysts for cross-border partnerships, enabling companies to share experiences, discuss shared challenges, and identify new business opportunities.
