PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE

What PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE does

PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE is a privately held French pyrotechnics manufacturer and service provider founded in 1935 and headquartered in Rillieux-la-Pape near Lyon. The company operates across four revenue streams: professional Spectacles Pyrotechniques (choreographed pyromusical fireworks displays for events and international competitions), pre-composed fireworks products sold under the Collection 2017 brand (Feu 1 through Feu 9, covering calibers from 20mm to 75mm and up to 745 projectiles per display), consumer-grade CE-certified fireworks and firecrackers, and agricultural pyrotechnic products (the historical origin of the company name). It also runs a Qualiopi-certified F4/T2 Level 1 and Level 2 artificier training academy at two French sites, which both qualifies the workforce required by French law and creates a recurring service-revenue stream.\n\nThe underlying technology is rooted in pyrotechnic chemistry, regulated materials handling, and pre-composed display design rather than software or digital systems. Operations are supported by a substantial fixed-asset base: approximately 47 hectares, around 300 buildings, and over 600 tonnes of active-materials storage capacity. The firm is a member and administrator of SFEPA (the French pyrotechnics manufacturers' trade body) and collaborates with INERIS for safety and environmental regulatory compliance, executing more than 2,000 tests annually for product certification and pre-market controls. Romain Schonfeld serves as Directeur G\u00e9n\u00e9ral. The legal entity is a SAS (Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 par Actions Simplifi\u00e9e) with \u20ac2,160,000 share capital.\n\nPYRAGRIC distributes exclusively through a B2B channel: a network of more than 20 authorized dealers (d\u00e9positaires) covering all French departments, plus direct sales to municipalities, event organizers, and government bodies for large professional displays. The company does not sell directly to individual consumers. Beyond France, it exports to French overseas territories, Senegal, Morocco, Cameroon, and Switzerland, and has been invited to compete at flagship international events including Cannes, Liuyang (China), the Philippines, and Monaco.

Name

PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE

Legal name

PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE

Website

https://pyragric.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1935

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Founded in 1935, Pyragric Industrie is a privately held French pyrotechnics manufacturer based in Rillieux-la-Pape that designs professional fireworks spectacles, sells pre-composed displays (Feu 1\u20139) and consumer fireworks through 20+ authorized dealers, and runs a Qualiopi-certified F4/T2 artificier training academy for municipalities, event organizers, and resellers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pyrotechnics and Fireworks Manufacturing

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (32592), Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Pyrotechnics & Special Effects (IMAEALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Energetic Materials Precursors & Intermediates (IMAEALAJ), Party & Entertaining Disposable Supplies (CRAJAGAL)

Keywords

• Pyrotechnics manufacturing
• Professional fireworks displays
• Pyrotechnician certification training
• Agricultural pyrotechnics
• Consumer fireworks distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Rillieux-la-Pape

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Fireworks Displays: Design and execution of custom fireworks spectacles for events, competitions, and special occasions including pyromusical performances synchronized with music.
2. Fireworks Products: Sale of pre-designed fireworks products (Feu 1 through Feu 9) to authorized resellers and professionals in the pyrotechnics industry.
3. Training Services: F4/T2 certification training programs for aspiring pyrotechnicians, including level 1 (2 days) and level 2 (3 days complementary) courses.
4. Agricultural Pyrotechnics: Pyrotechnic products and services for agricultural applications, from which the company's name originates.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE manufactures pre-composed professional fireworks collections (Feu 1 through Feu 9, ranging from 20mm to 75mm calibers) and designs choreographed pyromusical spectacles for events and international competitions. The company also provides F4/T2 Level 1 and Level 2 certification training for pyrotechnicians through its Qualiopi-certified training center, and distributes consumer fireworks and agricultural pyrotechnic products through a national authorized dealer network.

Product overview

PYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE is a French pyrotechnics company founded in 1935, offering a comprehensive portfolio of fireworks products and services. The product line centers on the Collection 2017 (Feu 1 through Feu 9) — pre-composed professional firework displays with calibers ranging from 20mm to 75mm, projectile counts from 314 to 745, and configurations from 9 to 16 tableaux plus grand finales. These professional displays are complemented by consumer fireworks (pétards et artifices grand public) and agricultural pyrotechnics (artifices agricoles). Services include Spectacles Pyrotechniques for choreographed shows at events and international competitions, the PYRAPLUS security-spectacle service for professional displays, and Formation C4T2 Artificier training programs (Level 1 and 2) certified Qualiopi. The company operates from two classified storage sites spanning over 47 hectares with approximately 600 tonnes of active material storage capacity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Feu 1 Entry-level pre-composed fireworks display featuring 314 projectiles of 20-30mm caliber distributed across 9 tableaux with 69-projectile grand finale, sold to authorized resellers and professional pyrotechnicians.
• Feu 2 Intermediate pre-composed fireworks display with 414 projectiles of 20-30mm caliber across 9 tableaux plus 169-projectile finale, featuring comet, chrysanthemum, and willow effects, sold to authorized resellers and professional pyrotechnicians.
• Feu 3 Large-scale pre-composed display with 745 projectiles of 20-30mm caliber in 12 tableaux, including gold/silver crackling comets, green comets, blue peony effects, and multicolor flashing shells. Age restriction: 18+.
• Feu 4 Mid-size professional display with 359 projectiles of 20-50mm caliber across 13 tableaux plus 147-projectile finale, featuring palm, willow, and peony effects with 50m safety distance.
• Feu 5 Professional display with 544 projectiles of 20-50mm caliber across 14 tableaux with final bouquet of 147 projectiles including 30mm bombs.
• Feu 6 Large professional display with 653 projectiles of 20-50mm caliber across 14 tableaux plus 225-projectile finale featuring pastel colors, palm, willow, and peony effects.
• Feu 7 Premium professional display with 375 projectiles of 20-75mm caliber across 13 tableaux plus 142-projectile bouquet finale, requiring 75m safety distance.
• Feu 8 Premium professional display with 505 projectiles of 20-75mm caliber (including 33x50mm and 50x75mm bombs) in 14 tableaux with 162-projectile finale.
• Feu 9 Flagship pre-composed display with 575 projectiles of 20-75mm caliber across 16 tableaux plus 177-projectile grand finale. Features C4T2 N1 certification, includes 38x50mm and 65x75mm bombs, with violet willow, kamuro gold, and multicolor peony effects.
• Spectacles Pyrotechniques (Pyrotechnic Shows) Professional fireworks show design and execution services including choreographed pyromusical displays synchronized to music for events, festivals, and competitions worldwide, offered to municipalities, event organizers, and government bodies.
• Formation C4T2 Artificier (F4/T2 Training) Professional pyrotechnician certification training program offering F4/T2 Level 1 (2 days) and Level 2 (3 additional days) qualifications at company sites in St Jean de Thurigneux and Rillieux la Pape, certified Qualiopi (Certificate RN 0249), targeting aspiring pyrotechnicians.
• Pétards et artifices grand public (Consumer Fireworks) Consumer-grade fireworks and firecrackers distributed through an authorized reseller network across France, meeting CE certification requirements.
• Artifices agricoles (Agricultural Pyrotechnics) Specialized pyrotechnic products for agricultural applications including frost protection (protection anti-gel) and artificial cloud generation, the original foundation of the company name PYRAGRIC.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2000+ quality tests and analyses performed annually for product certification
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SFEPA (Syndicat des Fabricants Français d'Explosifs, Pyrotechniques et Artifices)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPYRAGRIC INDUSTRIE is a member and administrator of SFEPA, a professional organization created in 1919 representing pyrotechnic manufacturers. SFEPA evolved from an economic role to exclusively regulatory activities, helping members with regulatory compliance, representing them to authorities, and facilitating knowledge exchange between members.
• INERIS (Institut National de l'Environnement et des Risques)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPYRAGRIC works in close collaboration with INERIS, France's National Institute for the Environment and Risks. INERIS provides regulatory guidance and technical expertise in pyrotechnic safety and environmental standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Groupe F: French pyrotechnics company specializing in large-scale choreographed pyromusical displays for national celebrations, festivals, and international competitions. Direct competitor for the same premium event and municipal display contracts, including Bastille Day competitions.
• Ruggieri: Historic French pyrotechnics manufacturer (founded 1730) specializing in professional fireworks displays and consumer products. Comparable as a heritage French competitor in the same display and product categories, competing for the same municipal and event-organizer customers.
• Brezac Artifices: French independent pyrotechnics manufacturer based in Bordeaux, producing consumer fireworks and professional display services. Direct competitor in the French dealer network with overlapping product offerings across both consumer and professional segments.

Regional players

• Zambelli Fireworks: Italian pyrotechnics manufacturer (founded 1866) producing consumer fireworks, professional displays, and industrial/military pyrotechnics. Comparable European heritage manufacturer with similar product portfolio and dealer-network distribution model.
• Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics: UK-based pyrotechnics manufacturer producing professional displays and consumer fireworks under the Kimbolton brand. Comparable European player operating in CE-regulated framework with similar heritage and product offerings, though serving the UK market.
• Wala Pyrotechnik: German pyrotechnics manufacturer producing consumer fireworks and professional display services. Comparable European peer operating in a similar regulatory framework (CE/F4-style certification) but serving primarily German-speaking markets rather than France.

Emerging players

• Fireworks by Grucci: US-based pyrotechnics company specializing in large-scale professional displays and consumer fireworks. Comparable in the premium professional display segment and international competition circuit, though serving primarily North American markets.

Broad incumbents

• Lacroix Group: French pyrotechnics and defense group producing civilian fireworks, defense pyrotechnics, and signaling products. Comparable as a larger French incumbent owning competitor brands (Ruggieri) and operating in the same regulatory and product categories including consumer fireworks and professional displays.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pyragric-spectacles-et-%C3%A9v%C3%A8nements

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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