Since 1968, we have been inventing the comfort of tomorrow
Born out of an entrepreneurial venture in the Vendée region, GROUPE ATLANTIC has grown into an international, multi-brand group. Here’s a look back at the key milestones that have shaped our identity, driven the evolution of our businesses, and strengthened our commitment to the low-carbon transition.
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1968
Founding of the company
Location: France – La Roche-sur-Yon site
Pierre Lamoure and Paul Radat, two engineer-entrepreneurs, began producing hot-water convectors. When the 1973 oil crisis occurred, alongside the expansion of France’s nuclear programme, the two founders demonstrated their agility and commitment to continuous innovation by moving into the manufacture of electric convectors, followed by electric water heaters marketed under the Atlantic brand.
1968
Electric heating and water heaters
Location : France - La Roche-sur-Yon site
1973
Acquisition of Guillot - commercial boilers
Location : France – Pont-de-Vaux site
1986
Acquisition of Thermor and Sauter - electric heating and water heaters
Location : France – Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle and Saint-Louis sites
To support its controlled growth in France and gain new market share, GROUPE ATLANTIC integrated the heating and domestic hot water activities of the iconic Thermor and Sauter brands. This key milestone strengthened the Group’s presence and reputation among the general public.
1993
Acquisition of Elge - ventilation systems
Location : France – Meyzieu site
Convinced that thermal comfort encompasses a range of complementary needs, the Group expanded its offering to include air quality management. This first step into individual and collective ventilation marked the arrival of a new area of expertise, opening up new opportunities for the future.
2000
Acquisition of Ygnis - commercial boilers
Location : Switzerland – Ruswil site
With Ygnis, the company made its first targeted acquisition outside France. A specialist in medium- and high-capacity boilers for commercial and collective markets, this Swiss company marked the beginning of the Group’s international reach and presence.
2002
Acquisition of Franco-Belge - domestic boilers
Location : France – Merville site
2003
High-capacity commercial boilers
Location : France - Cauroir site
2004
Electric water heaters and bathroom radiators
Location : Egypt - Cairo site
2006
Electric heating
Location : Ukraine - Odessa site
2007
Bathroom radiators
Location : Turkey - Izmir site
2008
Acquisition of Hamworthy - Commercial boilers
Location : United Kingdom
Acteur majeur en France, l’entreprise, devenue officiellement GROUPE ATLANTIC, fait ses premiers pas au Royaume-Uni avec l’intégration d’Hamworthy, riche d’un solide héritage dans les chaudières collectives. Ce rapprochement confirme notre stratégie multi-énergies et multi-pays avec pour ambition d’asseoir notre leadership européen sur le secteur HVAC (Heating – Ventilation – Air Conditioning).
2009
Electric and heat pump water heaters
Location : France - Fontaine site
2011
Acquisition of Erensan – Industrial boilers
Implantation : Turquie
With Erensan, an expert in steam boilers, the French industrial group expanded its offering into new technological and geographical horizons through solutions dedicated to industrial processes, manufactured in Turkey.
2011
Acquisition of Lazzarini - Design bathroom radiators
Location : Italy
By integrating this leading Italian brand, the Group strengthened its international presence and enriched its design expertise in the field of bathroom radiators and bathroom solutions.
2011
Acquisition of Austria Email – Domestic hot water and hot water storage tanks
Location : Austria – Knittelfeld site
With this long-standing specialist in domestic hot water technology, including storage tanks, buffer tanks and domestic hot water production systems, GROUPE ATLANTIC acquired new technical expertise and paved the way for expansion into Central European markets.
2014
Small-capacity water heaters
Thailand - Rayong site
2015
Acquisition of Gledhill – Water heaters and indirect storage tanks
Location : United Kingdom – Blackpool site
The Group expanded its presence in the United Kingdom with the integration of this long-established company, a specialist in stainless steel domestic hot water cylinders for residential homes.
2015
Heat pumps and domestic boilers
Location : France - Billy Berclau site
2015
Acquisition of Ideal Boiler - domestic boilers
Location : United Kingdom – Hull site
A major acquisition that firmly established GROUPE ATLANTIC among Europe’s HVAC leaders. The Ideal Heating and Keston brands enriched a rapidly expanding multi-product, multi-energy brand portfolio.
2017
Acquisition of Thercon and Orcon - Air treatment
Location : Netherlands – Veenendaal site
As building thermal insulation becomes increasingly effective and the need for air renewal grows, the Group strengthened its continuous innovation in ventilation and air renewal through this double operation.
2018
Bathroom radiators
Location : Turkey - Izmir site 2
2018
Acquisition of ACV – Stainless steel water heaters
Location : Belgium – Seneffe site
This technology integration enabled the Group to master stainless steel tank expertise and strengthened its position in the European domestic hot water storage market.
2020
Commercial heat pumps
Location : France - Boz site
2021
Acquisition of Thermic Energy - Hot water storage tanks
Location : Germany
To support the low-carbon transition in buildings, GROUPE ATLANTIC expanded its offering in energy storage solutions, essential equipment for systems using renewable energies, particularly in German-speaking countries.
2021
Acquisition of Clade - Commercial heat pumps
Location : United Kingdom
With Clade, a specialist in commercial CO₂ and propane heat pumps, the Group strengthened its position in the United Kingdom and confirmed its clear commitment to low-emission technologies.
2022
Industrial boilers
Location : Turkey - Istanbul site
2023
Hot water storage tanks
Location : Romania - Ploietsi site
2024
Acquisition of Eneko - Ventilation
Location : Turkey
By integrating Eneko, the Group continued its multi-product strategy and accelerated its international development, particularly in the residential and commercial ventilation markets.
2024
Outdoor heat pump units
Location : France - Grand Châlon site