One year ago, on July 11, 2024, Alpao officially became part of the Bertin Technologies Group and adopted its new identity as Bertin Alpao. This strategic acquisition reinforced the group’s photonics offering and united teams with a shared ambition: to design the scientific instruments of tomorrow.
Before this merger, Alpao was already recognized for its expertise in adaptive optics systems, enabling groundbreaking imaging resolution in applications such as astronomy, microscopy, optical communications or vision sciences, serving both industrial and academic partners. On the other hand, Bertin Technologies had established itself as a multidisciplinary leader in scientific instrumentation, with a strong presence in defense, nuclear, life sciences, and photonics. Together, the two entities combine complementary strengths and broaden the scope of innovation.
Over the past twelve months, the integration has unfolded step by step. Bertin Alpao has embraced its new name and identity, adopted common IT systems and collaboration tools, merged sales teams that quickly achieved their first joint contracts, and begun working hand in hand with more than 150 engineers from the Bertin photonics division. New appointments in both scientific and commercial leadership have also strengthened our ability to deliver a comprehensive offer in fields as demanding as astronomy and optical communications.
To celebrate this first anniversary, Bertin Alpao hosted the Executive Committee of Bertin Technologies in Grenoble. The event was an opportunity to discover our company from the inside, meet our teams, and explore how our unique products are designed and manufactured. In addition to the breathtaking view of the Belledonne mountains, this gathering was above all a moment of exchange and reflection on the road we have already traveled and the one still ahead.
To mark the occasion, we produced a video interview with Vincent Tempelaere, CEO of Bertin Alpao, and Philippe Godefroy, CEO of Bertin Technologies. Together, they share their insights on the first steps of this joint journey and their vision for the exciting challenges to come.
At Bertin Alpao, we are proud of the progress achieved in just one year and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of photonics innovation as part of the Bertin Technologies Group.