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Founded in 1993 and based in Fresnes (Ile-de-France), Lindera is a company specialized in standard and customized fixtures and fittings for high-end commercial and tertiary spaces (offices, head offices, airports, hotels, restaurants), as well as in civil and HVAC engineering.

Lindera has its own design offices and designs part of its furniture in its own workshops (4 production sites in Annecy, Brive la Gaillarde, Mulhouse and Sofia).

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Founded in 1993 and based in Fresnes (Ile-de-France), Lindera is a company specialized in standard and customized fixtures and fittings for high-end commercial and tertiary spaces (offices, head offices, airports, hotels, restaurants), as well as in civil and HVAC engineering.

Lindera has its own design offices and designs part of its furniture in its own workshops (4 production sites in Annecy, Brive la Gaillarde, Mulhouse and Sofia).

For over 45 years, Exens Solutions (formerly Cobham Microwave) has been a leading designer and manufacturer of radio frequency and hyper frequency components and subsystems for mission-critical applications in demanding environments, including space, defense, and medical applications.

Exens Solutions' products are qualified and embedded in satellite payloads, radars and radio communication equipment, as well as in medical MRI equipment. These components and subsystems are used worldwide for large institutional customers, integrators or equipment manufacturers (essential communications, precise geolocation).

The company is based in Paris region (Les Ulis) and employs nearly 200 people on 3 sites.

Bertin Technologies is a French scientific instrumentation manufacturer that designs and manufactures measurement, observation and detection systems and instruments for critical applications. Every day, Bertin Technologies pursues technological advances in the fields of Nuclear, Defence, Space, Big Science, Life Sciences and Health.

With a European footprint (Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Sweden), Bertin Technologies Group comprises 3 brands – Bertin Instruments, Bertin Photonics & Bertin Medical Waste – and has operational subsidiaries in Europe, USA and Asia.

Récréa is specialised in the management and operation of aquatic leisure facilities on behalf of local authorities

Created in 1945, UTAC is the leading French inspection and testing company dedicated to automotive industry. It delivers a complete range of automotive technical tests in the fields of safety, environment and reliability, from vehicle development through to type approval.
It is also the technical expert for the French authorities in European and international bodies for the development of automotive regulations.
The group employs nearly 500 people and is present in France, China, Japan and the UK.

Canal Toys is an international group which manufactures and distributes toys, under licence and under its own brands, and a recognised specialist in Art & Craft.

Founded in 2010 by Jean-Pierre Kohn, ASI Innovation is an aerospace group specialising in mission systems, interior completion systems and avionics installation. The Group is present in the design, certification, manufacturing, installation segments as well as maintenance for international state-owned and civil customers.

Groupe Editor is the European leader in greetings cards, gift wrappings and gift items, in both the physical and digital markets. The Group, based in Aix-en-Provence, is present in France, and the Benelux.

For over fifty years, Didactic has been specialising in the development, production, sterilisation and supply of single-use medical devices, focused on medical and nursing professionals’ protection requirements and patients’ hygiene and comfort.

Established in 1962, the MARCEL ROBBEZ-MASSON Group is now the leading maker of precious jewels, thanks in particular to the extent and quality of its offering, dedicated to a wide range of customers (watchmakers, jewellers and goldsmiths, independent groupings and major accounts). MARCEL ROBBEZ-MASSON is a Group present in France, Morocco, Portugal and Vietnam.

Babcock Wanson is the European leader in the manufacturing and servicing of medium-sized industrial boilers used in various types of production processes such as food processing, chemicals and pharmaceutical manufacturing, electricity production, etc. It benefits from one of the largest installed bases in Europe and enjoys both a very strong reputation for product quality (proven throughout its 100-year history) as well as high-level servicing capacities.

Weyou is a media group and a major player specialising in organising trade shows that are recognised in their sectors (Heavent, Stratégie Clients, E-Marketing, Educatec-Educatice, Workspace, etc.) It also publishes professional guides and websites.

De Fursac is one of the main players in upmarket prêt-à-porter for men. As a leading French brand, De Fursac is seen as the embodiment of French elegance. It offers a complete range of men’s clothing, from suits to smart casual.

Created in 1999, the NES Group is a French pioneer in cyber-security. The Group’s technical expertise and the experience and innovative capabilities of its teams make it a first class player, as is attested to by a portfolio of prestigious clients including half of the companies in the CAC 40.

Serma group is one of France’s independent leader in consultancy and expertise specialized in embedded and industrial electronic systems as well as information system security.
With more than 1000 engineers and technicians, the group is established on 12 sites in France and Germany and has a turnover of €100 million.

Serma group is one of France’s independent leader in consultancy and expertise specialized in embedded and industrial electronic systems as well as information system security.
With more than 1000 engineers and technicians, the group is established on 12 sites in France and Germany and has a turnover of €100 million.

News

January 15, 2025

With the acquisition of VF Nuclear, Bertin Technologies strengthens its position as a global leader in the field of radiation protection and monitoring systems for civil nuclear applications

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December 12, 2024

The Gestal Group, controlled by FCDE, welcomes BNP Paribas Développement, Bpifrance, and Sodero into its shareholding structure to support its new phase of development.

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December 10, 2024

FCDE sells Didactic to UI Investissement, GENEO Capital Entrepreneur and its management team.

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October 07, 2024

Lindera completes its second acquisition this year with SIGébène, a specialist in ultra-luxury fittings and contemporary fine cabinetmaking.

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July 18, 2024

With the acquisition of ALPAO, Bertin Technologies strengthens its position as a reference player in advanced optical systems with the integration of state-of-the-art adaptative optics technologies.

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April 16, 2024

FCDE announces the acquisition from Qualium Investissement of Kermel, the European leader in the production of high-performance fibre for personal protective garments against fire and electric arc.

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March 28, 2024

With the acquisition of Bowen, Exens Group strengthens its position as a reference player in critical communication and detection subsystems for harsh environments.

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February 28, 2024

FCDE announces the acquisition of the SELP group, a supplier of payment, loyalty and identification solutions to governments, banks and major brands.

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February 13, 2024

Lindera completes the acquisition of Ateliers Muquet, a specialist in luxury fitting and design of high-end mural decorative surfaces.

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