ECA Group and iXblue enter exclusive negotiations period to create new European high-tech champion
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SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE, France and TOULON, France, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --
ECA Group and iXblue have entered an exclusive negotiations period to bring the
two French companies together. Carried out by Group Gorge, this operation will
lead to the rise of a European high-tech industrial champion in the fields of
maritime, inertial navigation, space and photonics.
Long-standing partners, ECA Group and iXblue benefit from strong technological
and commercial synergies. Bringing those two companies together will create a
world-class player in the civil and defense sectors. With a unique offer
ranging from components to complex systems, the group will provide high
performance solutions for critical missions in harsh environments.
"Our two companies share the same culture of innovation, agility and
entrepreneurship that are at the heart of each of our DNAs and for which we are
both recognized and valued," explains Fabien Napolitano, President & CEO of
iXblue. "The new synergies created will not only ensure we keep this DNA but
will also strengthen our capacity for innovation by leveraging our
complementary expertise. This will allow us to continue to push the
technological frontiers and support our customers in their most demanding
challenges."
"The joining of our two companies, which will employ over 1,500 people, offers
great growth opportunities," rejoices Dominique Giannoni, CEO of ECA Group.
"Once combined, our various technological expertise will greatly help
strengthen our leadership positions in our markets, while our complementary
geographical footprint will enable us to better serve our customers by being
closer to them."
About ECA Group
ECA Group is a subsidiary of Groupe Gorgé since 1992, owned at 100%. The
company is one of the world leaders in the field of autonomous robotics and
integrated systems, particularly in the naval sector. The company provides its
customers with the most efficient and technologically advanced solutions in the
field of naval, land and air drones. ECA Group also offers innovative
technological solutions for the Aeronautics and Space sectors.
About iXblue
iXblue is a global high-tech company recognized worldwide for delivering
advanced navigation, photonics and maritime autonomy solutions. From components
to systems and comprehensive solutions, iXblue critical technologies are at
work in both the civil and defense markets. They meet customers demanding
requirements for successful missions in the most challenging environments, from
the deep sea to outer space.
iXblue
Marion Seyve
Global Marketing & Communication Manager
marion.seyve@ixblue.com
ECA Group
Heli Reinikainen
Marketing Manager
reinikainen.h@ecagroup.com
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Source: iXblue and ECA Group
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