Savoiexpo

What Savoiexpo does

Savoiexpo is a French association (loi 1901) founded in 1923 and headquartered in Chambéry, Savoie. It operates the region's largest event complex, combining the Parc des Expositions (22,000 m² of covered modular space, 31,000 m² of outdoor space, 15 commission rooms, and 2,200 parking spaces) with Le Phare, a concert and multi-purpose venue capable of hosting up to 6,000 people. The organization functions as both a venue host and an event producer, generating revenue through facility rentals to external organizers, exhibitor fees at its self-organized salons, and public admissions to its owned trade shows and cultural events.

Its core product set splits into two layers: a physical infrastructure portfolio (the Parc and Le Phare, with on-site technical equipment including furniture, modular partitions, LED spot ramps, forklifts, and lifting platforms) and a self-organized branded-event portfolio that includes the Foire de Savoie (84,000 entries, 350 exhibitors in 2024), Printania (home and garden), Saveurs & Terroirs/SMAD (food and crafts), Salon Alpin (hospitality tradeshow), Décidia (business leadership summit), the Chambéry International Comics Festival, Japan Days Expo, Salon du Mariage, Chambéry Automoto Rétro, Salon Alp'ternance, and Alpipro Digital Montagne. Beyond venue rental, the company offers congress hosting (300–4,000 attendees), corporate event services, sports event hosting, custom event design, and exhibition services. The 18-person team supports 56 events annually.

The business model is dual-sided. On the B2B side, Savoiexpo rents space to external organizers via direct sales managed by a dedicated account manager (Chargée d'affaires), quoting tailored packages and providing on-site technical and logistical support. On the B2C side, the venue hosts its own consumer-facing salons and cultural events, monetized through exhibitor booth fees and ticketed or free admissions. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is quote-based per event. The association is governed by a board of directors and partners with regional institutions including Grand Chambéry, the Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, CCI Savoie, and the Chambre des Métiers, and holds ISO 20121:2012 certification (delivered July 2024, valid until 2027) for sustainable event management.

Name

Savoiexpo

Legal name

SAVOIEXPO

Website

https://savoiexpo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Savoiexpo is a French association founded in 1923 that operates the largest event complex in Savoie (Parc des Expositions and Le Phare in Chambéry), hosting external organizers and producing its own trade shows serving exhibitors, professional visitors, and the regional public.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Management & Trade Show Services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB), Professional & Association Conferences (MPAGAGAB), Sports & Arena Event Venues (Stadiums, Arenas) (THAHAAAF)

Keywords

• Event venue rental
• Trade show organization
• Exhibition management
• Convention hosting
• Fairs and exhibitions

Headquarters

HQ city

Chambéry

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Venue rental and event hosting: Savoiexpo generates revenue by renting its facilities (Parc des Expositions and Le Phare) to external event organizers, and by producing and operating its own trade shows and salons open to the public and/or professionals. Revenue comes from exhibitor fees, visitor admissions at owned events, and rental contracts with third-party organizers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Savoiexpo operates the Chambéry event complex (Parc des Expositions and Le Phare) and provides venue rental, technical services, and event organization for trade shows, congresses, conventions, concerts, sporting events, and corporate gatherings. The association also self-produces a portfolio of 12+ annual branded salons and fairs (Foire de Savoie, Printania, Saveurs & Terroirs, Décidia, Festival BD, Salon Alpin, Japan Days Expo, and others) serving both professional and general public audiences.

Product overview

Savoiexpo operates as an event venue management and event organization company, combining a physical infrastructure portfolio with self-organized branded events. The core infrastructure consists of the Parc des Expositions (22,000 m² indoor modular spaces) and Le Phare concert hall (up to 6,000 capacity), which serve as the venue for both third-party events and self-organized exhibitions. The company produces and manages a portfolio of annual branded events including Foire de Savoie (regional fair), Printania (home & garden), Saveurs & Terroirs/SMAD (food & crafts), Salon Alpin (hospitality tradeshow), Décidia (business leadership summit), Festival BD (comics festival), Japan Days Expo (Japanese auto culture), Salon du Mariage (wedding fair), Chambéry Automoto Rétro (classic vehicles), Alp'ternance (vocational training), and Alpipro Digital Montagne (mountain industry). Beyond hosting events at its venues, Savoie's comprehensive service offering includes congress hosting (300-4,000 attendees), corporate events (conventions, seminars, galas), sports events, custom event design, and exhibition services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Parc des Expositions Main exhibition venue with 22,000 m² of covered modular spaces, 31,000 m² of outdoor areas, 15 commission rooms, and 2,200 parking spaces; available for rental to external event organizers.
• Le Phare Concert Hall Multi-purpose concert hall capable of hosting up to 6,000 people for concerts, spectacles, festivals, and cultural events; up to 4,400 spectators in sports configuration.
• Foire de Savoie Annual flagship regional fair held over 11 days, featuring 350 exhibitors across habitat, garden, shopping, multimedia, and leisure sectors; Foire de Savoie 2024 recorded 84,000 entries.
• Printania (formerly Salon Habitat & Jardin) Annual home and garden exhibition (rebranded in 2026 from the 37-year-old Salon Habitat & Jardin), featuring habitat solutions, garden design, and outdoor living across multiple sectors.
• Saveurs & Terroirs / SMAD Annual food and crafts fair combining gastronomy with artisan crafts, featuring 220+ exhibitors across 7,000 m².
• Salon Alpin 20th-edition hospitality and food tradeshow held at Halle Olympique Albertville, bringing 200+ exhibitors across 9,000 m² for mountain industry professionals.
• Décidia Alpine business leadership summit featuring conferences, workshops, and networking with 100+ exhibitors and 3,000+ professional visitors.
• Festival International de la Bande Dessinée de Chambéry Annual international comics festival in its 50th edition, with 60+ authors, exhibitions, conferences, and drawing workshops over three days.
• Japan Days Expo Annual Japanese automobile and culture event in its 8th edition, featuring 800+ vehicles on 10,000 m² of indoor space with drift demonstrations and 8,000 visitors.
• Chambéry Automoto Rétro Classic automobile and motorcycle exhibition featuring legendary vehicles, parts marketplace with 100+ exhibitors, and club meetings.
• Congress Hosting Services Full-service congress organization hosting 300 to 4,000 attendees, with 2 large auditoriums, 15 commission rooms, and 100 years of experience.
• Corporate Event Services Business event hosting including conventions, seminars, team building, galas, cocktails, and dinners with technical support and local partner network.
• Sports Event Hosting Indoor sports events at Le Phare including handball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, martial arts, equestrian shows, and motorsports, accommodating up to 4,400 spectators.
• Custom Event Design Tailored event creation with personalized solutions, dedicated consultation, and modular spaces adapted to specific client requirements.
• Exhibition Services Cultural, institutional, and thematic exhibition hosting with adaptable spaces and scenographic capabilities for immersive displays.

Quantifiable outcome

• 56 events hosted in 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Chambéry Savoie Mont-Blanc HandballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSavoiexpo supports Chambéry Savoie Mont-Blanc Handball as its resident club at Le Phare. The club holds matches and key events at the venue, reinforcing the venue's role in local sports and community life.
• Here We ComcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHere We Com is the web agency that designed Savoiexpo's eco-conceived website, implementing digital sobriety practices aligned with Savoiexpo's RSE commitments.
• Grand ChambérycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrand Chambéry is the intermunicipal authority and a key institutional partner, co-funding and supporting the event complex and its activities as part of regional economic development.
• CCI SavoieminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Savoie supports Savoiexpo as an institutional partner, providing business development services and connections to the local business community.
• Chambre des Métiers et de l'Artisanat de la SavoieminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizes the Salon des Métiers et de l'Artisanat d'Art (SMAD) alongside Savoiexpo at Saveurs & Terroirs, bringing together artisan craftspeople.
• France MatériauxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrance Matériaux organizes the Carrefour des Partenaires private salon at Savoiexpo, a B2B event connecting suppliers with construction and building materials buyers.
• DAuphiné LibéréminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional newspaper Dauphiné Libéré is a media partner providing press coverage and promotional support for Savoiexpo events.
• UnimevminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnimev is the French trade fair and exhibition industry association that Savoiexpo is a member of, providing benchmarking, industry standards, and networking.
• Foires et Salons du Sud-EstminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn association of fair and trade show organizers and venue operators in southeast France; Savoiexpo is a member, contributing to regional industry collaboration.
• APASminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPAS organizes the Salon Alp'ternance at Savoiexpo, a major event for promoting apprenticeships and vocational training with 4,000+ visitors.
• YozencominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYozenco organized the Salon du Bien-Être and Salon du Paranormal at Savoiexpo in June 2026, attracting visitors for wellness and alternative spirituality events.
• Japan Days AutoeventsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapan Days Autoevents has organized the Japan Days Expo at Savoiexpo for three consecutive years (8th edition), a major automotive event celebrating Japanese car culture.
• Cluster MontagneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCluster Montagne is a cluster of companies in the mountain economy sector; Savoiexpo partners with them for events related to mountain tourism and infrastructure.
• Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes EntreprisesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development agency that supports Savoiexpo in connecting with businesses and promoting the region as a business tourism destination.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• MCH Group (Messe Basel): Swiss-based live marketing and exhibition group operating Messe Basel and other venues. Comparable as a regional Swiss venue operator and event organizer with similar mix of venue rental and proprietary event production.
• Fiera Milano: Italy's leading exhibition center operator, managing Rho Fiera Milano and hosting major trade fairs. Comparable as a regional venue operator in the Alpine-adjacent Italian market with a similar owned-event portfolio model.
• Palexpo Geneva: Geneva-based exhibition and congress center on the Swiss side of the Alpine region. Comparable as a regional venue operator hosting trade fairs, congresses, and consumer events in close proximity to Savoiexpo's catchment area.

Direct peers

• Viparis: Operator of major Paris expo venues including Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris Nord Villepinte, and Palais des Congrès. Directly comparable as a French venue management and event organization business, though at significantly larger scale.
• Eurexpo Lyon: Major exhibition and convention venue in Lyon operated by GL events, hosting trade shows, congresses, and consumer events. Comparable as a regional French exhibition venue serving B2B and B2C event organizers in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
• GL events: Lyon-headquartered global event services operator managing exhibition venues, organizing trade shows, and providing integrated event solutions. Directly comparable to Savoiexpo as a French venue operator and event organizer with broader scale and international reach.

Others

• Unimev: French trade association of which Savoiexpo is a member, representing venue operators and event organizers in France. Comparable as an industry body that benchmarks venue operations and provides networking across the French event venue sector.
• Cluster Montagne: French cluster of companies in the mountain economy sector. Comparable as a strategic partner of Savoiexpo for mountain-industry events, providing ecosystem context and a channel for developing events such as Alpipro Digital Montagne.

Broad incumbents

• Messe München: Major German exhibition venue operator hosting world-leading trade fairs (bauma, IFAT, etc.). Comparable as a broader incumbent venue operator at much larger scale, representing both a competitive reference and a potential benchmark for growth.
• Reed Exhibitions: Global event organizer operating major trade shows across multiple industries. Comparable as a large-scale event organizer that both produces proprietary events and works with partner venues, similar to Savoiexpo's hybrid model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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