Averna and Spherea Join Forces to Become the Leading Quality Assurance Integration Organization

Averna and Spherea: A Strategic Partnership for Quality Assurance

Averna Technologies, a world-renowned player in test and quality solutions, has proudly announced its strategic consolidation with Spherea, a well-respected provider of testing systems for safety-critical industries. This significant step marks a milestone in their shared vision to become the global leader in systems integration for test and quality engineering.

As part of this dynamic agreement, Spherea will assume full ownership of Averna, thereby enhancing the companies' collective strength and market reach. This merger is not just a corporate transaction; it embodies a deep commitment to advancing technology in testing and quality assurance across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, med-tech, automotive, transport, data centers, and energy.

Patrice Bélie, CEO of Spherea, will lead the new Spherea group while François Rainville continues as CEO of Averna and takes on the role of Chief Operating Officer at Spherea. With a workforce of over 1,800 professionals spread across 13 countries, the new Averna-Spherea entity is poised to become one of the largest independent system integrators for test and quality solutions globally.

“The partnership represents a natural evolution of our shared vision,” stated Bélie, emphasizing that combining their strengths will create a leading organization in test and quality engineering that is agile, globally connected, and unwavering in its commitment to excellence.

Rainville echoed this sentiment, describing the merger as a landmark opportunity for both companies. “Spherea and Averna complement each other exceptionally well in terms of technology, market presence, and reach. Together, we will drive innovation and create additional value for our customers worldwide. We are excited about the future and the opportunities this partnership holds for our customers, employees, and partners.”

Despite this consolidation, both companies will maintain their operations in their respective markets, exploring optimal commercial and operational synergies to maximize the distinct strengths and unique attributes of each. Customers can look forward to enhanced services and solutions that leverage the rich expertise of both Averna and Spherea.

About Averna

Averna has established itself as a global integrator of test and quality solutions since its foundation in 1999. The company assists partners—product designers, developers, and OEMs—in improving product quality, accelerating time-to-market, and safeguarding brand integrity. Averna offers specialized expertise and innovative solutions for test engineering, vision, precision assembly, and automation, benefiting clients across a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, energy, industrial products, medical technology, biow sciences, semiconductors, and telecommunications. With numerous industry certifications, including ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR registration, Averna shows its commitment to quality and excellence.

Learn more at Averna's website.

About Spherea

Spherea has been a leader in high-quality electronic and automated testing solutions for over 60 years, catering to the aerospace, defense, and other safety-critical sectors. Building on its reputation from the development of the first ATEC® electronic test stands for the Concorde and Mirage-F1 programs in 1965, Spherea continues to deliver innovative testing systems for complex and safety-critical applications. The company retains an independent stance while ensuring reliability, availability, and safety for clients operating in demanding environments.

To discover more about Spherea, visit their website.