ALPAO becomes Bertin Alpao following its acquisition by the Bertin Technologies group
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15 July 2024
ALPAO becomes Bertin Alpao following its acquisition by the Bertin Technologies group
Bertin Technologies, a European industrial group dedicated to high-end instrumentation for critical and scientific applications, today announced the acquisition of Grenoble-based ALPAO, one of the world leaders in adaptive optics.
ALPAO will henceforth be known as Bertin Alpao. On July 11, 2024, the Bertin Technologies group finalized the acquisition of the Grenoble-based company, a pioneer in adaptive optics. ALPAO supplies cutting-edge systems and components to improve image quality in demanding environments. Its recognized expertise joins that of Bertin Technologies, marking a new milestone in its development and consolidating the group's position in the photonics market.
Bruno Vallayer, President of the Bertin Group, commented: "With the acquisition of ALPAO, we are adding a very attractive activity to our photonics offering, in particular by strengthening our expertise in the astronomy and space sectors. The products developed by ALPAO are already referenced by numerous customers. This will enable us to accelerate our development and become a European leader in photonics for scientific or critical applications. We are delighted to welcome the entire ALPAO team and partners to the Bertin Technologies Group, and we are convinced that their technological and human integration will be very rapid".
Vincent Tempelaere, CEO of Bertin Alpao, added: "For many years now, ALPAO has been experiencing a very sustained and profitable growth dynamic, with numerous projects that are increasingly technical and innovative. Joining the Bertin Technologies Group is a wonderful opportunity to accelerate our development and give the company the means to achieve its ambitions. This acquisition is also an opportunity for our employees, who are joining a French company with which we share strong professional and human values."
On July 4, the Bertin Technologies management team met all ALPAO employees for a oneday presentation that marked the beginning of their new shared history.
ABOUT BERTIN TECHNOLOGIES
BERTIN TECHNOLOGIES is a European industrial group in high-end instrumentation that designs and manufactures measurement, observation and detection components, equipment and systems for critical or scientific applications in France and Europe. Every day, the company pursues technological advances in the fields of Nuclear, Defense, Space, Big Sciences, Health and Life Sciences. Its 650 employees share a commitment to excellence in the service of remarkable, innovative technological solutions. Its 2023 turnover amounts to 132 million euros. Mainly based in the Paris region and the South of France, the Bertin Technologies Group has operating subsidiaries in Europe (Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Finland), as well as in the United States.
www.bertin-technologies.com
ABOUT BERTIN ALPAO
ALPAO has been designing and marketing a complete range of adaptive optics products for research and industry since 2008. ALPAO supplies deformable mirrors, wavefront sensors and software. ALPAO products are suitable for a wide range of applications including astronomy, ophthalmology, microscopy, wireless optical communications and laser technologies. With over 15 years' experience in adaptive optics, ALPAO's deformable mirrors offer long travel, fast deformation, high-resolution images and excellent optical quality. ALPAO is an international company with customers on 4 continents in over 20 countries. More than 90% of its sales come from exports.
www.alpao.com
BERTIN TECHNOLOGIES
Charlotte RIQUIER
Head of Communications
charlotte.riquier@bertin.group
BERTIN ALPAO
Vincent TEMPELAERE
CEO
vincent.tempelaere@alpao.fr
