A consolidated Group (since 2006)
During the 1990s, SPIE developed from a civil, electrical and industrial engineering company into a multi-technical services company in the areas of energy and...
The history of a company sometimes starts with an unparalled ambition: that of a visionary entrepreneur, the Baron Edouard Empain, fascinated by the new uses for electricity.
After taking part in the creation of the Paris Metro in the 1900s, SPIE kept on achieving international growth. Despite two world wars and multiple industrial upheavals, his ambition remains intact: to improve quality of life through innovative technical services. The post-War reconstruction of Europe reaffirms this vocation. Starting in the 2000s, SPIE broadens its multi-technical skills and becomes the largest independent European group in its field.
SPIE still stands true to its roots. Its pioneer spirit continues to drive its teams, together with the commitment to a progressive society. Started over a century ago, this industrial saga has given rise to a unique group that we would like to introduce to you.
Relive the history of SPIE in augmented reality. The 350 page e-book ‘A history of SPIE, born and reborn’ takes you on an interactive tour of the Group’s history, with 3D animation, maps, video and audio clips, exclusive documents from the archive, and more.
During the 1990s, SPIE developed from a civil, electrical and industrial engineering company into a multi-technical services company in the areas of energy and...
The employee buyout of SPIE Batignolles sets the end of a period dominated by the slogan “Our worksite: the world.” The company favours European regional development...
In the late 1960s, three large industrial empires agree to merge their companies: the Société de Construction des Batignolles, SPIE and Schneider. They create a new...
In the early 20th century, electric lighting fiercely compete with gas lighting, while electric motors gradually replace the steam engine, the gas engine and the...