What Adaltra does

Adaltra (formerly CAE GROUPE, rebranded September 2025) is a French designer, manufacturer, and distributor of integrated cable and connectivity solutions. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Massy, France, the company operates across 10 solution ranges — passive and active data networks, low-voltage power networks, industrial automation, security, residential solutions, TV distribution, sound systems, AV/stage/broadcast, and screens/video walls — supported by more than 12,000 product references and 8 specialized brands including Axindus (nuclear), Casanova, Openetics, and EK/Ekselans (hospitality). Technology differentiators include CPR-certified LSZH cables, FTTR/GPON for hospitality, IP68 industrial connectors, and active network equipment.

Adaltra serves 14 vertical markets including defense, marine, nuclear, healthcare, data centers, transport infrastructure, and events, with regulatory certifications such as DNV, Lloyd's, Bureau Veritas, ABS, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001, plus EcoVadis Platinum (87/100, top 1% of sector). The business model combines hardware sales (its primary revenue stream), custom design and professional services (studies, production workshop, commissioning), and logistics services. Distribution is hybrid: 90 commercial contacts, 4 showrooms in France (Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Toulouse), and an e-shop with 5,000+ references support direct sales, while a partner distributor network covers 35+ countries alongside direct agencies in Spain (since 2024) and Saudi Arabia (since 2025). Pricing is quote-based, with multi-year framework contracts anchoring enterprise customers such as EDF and ENEDIS (8-year framework agreement).

Name

Adaltra

Legal name

ADALTRA

Website

https://adaltra.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Adaltra is a French designer and distributor of integrated cable and connectivity solutions, serving 14 verticals including defense, nuclear, marine, healthcare, and energy through 12,000+ product references, 8 brands, and a network spanning 35+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Structured Cabling and Connectivity Solutions

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065)

akta.pro primary industry

Data, Communications & Fiber Optic Cable (IMADAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cable Assemblies & Patch Cords (Copper/Fiber) (HDAFALAF), Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC), Cable Management & Raceway Systems (conduits, trunking, cable trays, ducts, fittings) (IMAGAEAD), Cable Management & Pathways (Racks/Panels/Trays/Conduits/Organizers) (HDAFALAH)

Keywords

• Cable connectivity solutions
• Structured cabling systems
• Fiber optic networks
• Industrial automation cables
• Low voltage power cables

Headquarters

HQ city

Wissous

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Cable and Connectivity Hardware Sales: Design and distribution of integrated cable and connectivity solutions including copper cables, fiber optic cables, connectors, patch panels, and active networking equipment. The company offers more than 12,000 product references with high technical and quality standards.
2. Custom Solutions and Services: Custom study, production workshop, and commissioning services. The company provides tailored solutions for demanding environments with short time-to-market, combining technical expertise and service culture.
3. Logistics and Supply Chain Services: High-performance logistics platform with 80,000 deliveries per year, 23,000 pallet locations, and 24-48h delivery times depending on zone. Average order preparation time of 3 hours.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Adaltra (formerly CAE Groupe) designs, manufactures, and supplies integrated cable and connectivity solutions, including copper and fiber optic cables, connectors, patch panels, and active networking equipment. The company serves 14 vertical markets such as defense, marine, nuclear, healthcare, hospitality, data centers, and transport infrastructure through 10 solution ranges and 8 specialized brands, complemented by logistics services, custom design support, and a 5,000+ reference e-commerce platform.

Product overview

ADALTRA is a designer and supplier of integrated cable and connectivity solutions serving 14 markets (defense, marine, water/energy/environment, nuclear, agri-food, industry, hospitality, healthcare, franchising/distribution, residential, data centers/networks, tertiary real estate/education, transport infrastructure, and events). The company operates as both designer and supplier with 10 solution ranges (passive data networks, active data networks, low voltage power networks, industrial automation, security, residential solutions, TV distribution, sound systems, audio/video stage & broadcast, and screens/video walls) and 8 specialized brands (Multimedia Connect, S2CEB, Axindus, Axitronic, Axceb, plus acquired brands Casanova, EK/Ekselans, and Openetics). The company also provides logistics services (80,000 deliveries/year), specialized commercial teams (90 commercial contacts, 4 technical referents, 15 product experts, 4 showrooms), custom project support (studies, production, commissioning), and digital tools (e-shop with 5,000+ references, customer portal). Formerly known as CAE GROUPE since 1987, the company rebranded to ADALTRA in September 2025 with legal entity changes effective December 2025.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Multimedia Connect: Multimedia connectivity solutions brand
• S2CEB
• Axindus
• Casanova
• Axitronic
• EK
• Openetics
• Axceb

Products and services

• Passive Data Networks (Réseaux de données passif) Passive data network solutions including copper cables, fiber optic cables, connectors, patch panels and patch cords designed for reliable data transmission in new build and renovation projects for enterprise customers.
• Active Data Networks (Réseaux de données actif) Active network equipment including switches, PoE injectors, converters, and SFP modules to build performant, secure and scalable network architectures for access, distribution or core network applications.
• Low Voltage Power Networks (Réseaux de puissance basse tension) Complete range of low voltage power cables and accessories for tertiary, industrial, residential and critical infrastructure environments, designed for reliable deployment and long-term durability.
• Industrial Automation & Process (Automatisme & processus industriels) Industrial connectivity systems designed for demanding production environments, including cabling, connectors and technical integration built to withstand temperature extremes, flexion, machine compatibility and signal redundancy requirements.
• Security Solutions (Sécurité) Complete range of cables and accessories for sensitive security applications including CCTV, access control, alarms and fire detection, certified and compliant with current standards for tertiary, residential and industrial buildings.
• Residential Solutions (Solutions résidentielles) Residential connectivity solutions adapted to new connected living uses including multimedia equipment, security, intercom and network access for collective and individual housing.
• TV Distribution (Télédistribution) TV signal distribution solutions for terrestrial, satellite or IPTV signals in collective buildings, public reception facilities and centralized distribution networks, including coaxial or fiber headend, amplification and switching.
• Sound Systems (Sonorisation) Sound systems for voice diffusion, alert and comfort communication in all building types, integrating transmission, amplification, control and restitution elements.
• Audio/Video Stage & Broadcast Professional audiovisual solutions for stage, capture and broadcast environments, including audio/video cabling designed for mobility, speed and precision requirements of the entertainment industry.
• LED Screens and Video Walls (Écrans et murs d'images) LED screens and image wall connectivity solutions for commercial, cultural and technical environments, including power, transmission and connection products ensuring signal reliability and service continuity.
• Custom Engineering & Commissioning Services Personalized project support including custom studies, production workshop, and commissioning services tailored to demanding environment requirements.
• Logistics Platform Service High-performance logistics service with 80,000 deliveries per year, 23,000 pallet locations, 24-48h delivery times and 3-hour average order preparation time.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8-year framework contract with EDF and ENEDIS for infrastructure across France
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments14 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• BlueOn (Groupe Eiffage)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026Strategic partnership with BlueOn's innovative marketplace dedicated to construction industry actors. The platform places carbon footprint at the same level as price in purchasing decisions, relying on reliable and standardized environmental data. ADALTRA contributes by valorizing solutions with transparent environmental data and supporting responsible purchasing transformation.
• EDFcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026ADALTRA was selected by EDF for an 8-year framework contract for cables and connectivity solutions for EDF's infrastructure across metropolitan France and DOM-TOM. This partnership aims to support the evolution of energy networks in the context of technological, societal, and environmental transformation.
• ENEDIScoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026ADALTRA was selected by ENEDIS for an 8-year framework contract for cables and connectivity solutions for ENEDIS's electricity distribution infrastructure across metropolitan France and DOM-TOM. The partnership focuses on modernizing energy networks with reliable connectivity infrastructure.
• GICAN (Groupement des Industries de Construction et Activités Navales)majorOthersADALTRA joined GICAN, an industry association bringing together 300+ companies in the French maritime sector. The partnership provides access to EURONAVAL trade shows, strategic market intelligence, export support, and collaboration opportunities in naval construction, port infrastructure, and marine renewable energies.
• GICAT (Groupement des Industries de Construction et Activités Terrestres)majorOthersADALTRA joined GICAT, an association created in 1979 with 350+ member companies in land and air-land defense and security. Benefits include national and European representation, R&D collaboration, export support, and access to major trade shows like Eurosatory, Milipol, and Expodefensa.
• GIFEN (Groupement des Industriels Français de l'Énergie Nucléaire)coreOthersADALTRA joined GIFEN, the unique professional union of the French nuclear sector created in 2019, replacing four historical associations. With 200+ members including EDF, Framatome, and Orano, GIFEN unifies the nuclear industry, defends member interests, and promotes innovation in French nuclear technology.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric:
• Legrand: French-headquartered global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure, including structured cabling (LCS3), residential and data center connectivity. A broader incumbent with deep overlap to Adaltra's residential, tertiary and data center ranges but a much wider portfolio.

Direct peers

• Prysmian Group: World's largest cable manufacturer, producing power, telecom and fiber optic cables including data and communications cables overlapping Adaltra's core offering. Prysmian is a direct competitor for large utility, telecom and infrastructure tenders, including in France.
• Nexans: French-headquartered global cable manufacturer specializing in energy and data cables, fiber optic cabling and connectivity solutions for utilities, industry and telecom. Closest direct peer given shared French base and overlapping utility-grade cable portfolio.
• Belden: US-listed specialist in networking, signal transmission and industrial cables, including copper and fiber solutions for data centers, broadcast and industrial automation. Directly comparable to Adaltra's data network, industrial automation and AV/broadcast solution ranges.
• CommScope: Global provider of network connectivity solutions including structured cabling, fiber, copper and active network equipment for data centers, enterprises and telecom operators. Closely comparable to Adaltra's passive data networks, active network equipment and data center verticals.
• Lapp Group: German family-owned manufacturer of integrated cable, connector and accessory solutions for industrial automation, robotics and machinery. Highly comparable to Adaltra's industrial automation, low voltage power and railway/transport infrastructure ranges.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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