Founded in 1989 by Charles Casanova, ATERMES is an independent group specialising in the design, development and manufacture of intelligent equipment, systems and sub-systems (software, mechatronics/optoelectronics and electronics) in defence and other areas. ATERMES' highly qualified teams and its manufacturing site in Salbris give it rare expertise that for more than 30 years has positioned it as a key partner to industrial and government clients in France and abroad.
LFPI's arrival as majority shareholder of ATERMES will enable the group to break new ground by capitalising on its cutting-edge expertise and its solid reputation with clients. Olivier Lange, President of LFPI GESTION: "ATERMES" optoelectronics, electronics, software and systems engineering skills and products give it access to diverse and extremely fast-growing markets in not just defence and surveillance but also a huge range of industrial applications. We were convinced by the group's expertise, agility and strong growth potential and are delighted to be able to partner with its teams to help it continue to grow."
Charles Casanova, founder and chairman of ATERMES: "We wanted to join forces with a strong partner prepared to help us achieve our ambitious growth plan in France and for export, in particular for marketing BARIER, a land and sea surveillance system for government clients designed and manufactured by ATERMES' teams. This deal was also an opportunity for new executives to invest in the company, and paves the way for potential acquisitions."
Lionel Thomas, CEO of ATERMES: "We are very pleased to be partnering with LFPI for the next stages of the ATERMES journey, which we have already started to work on closely together."
