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SECA receives a grant co-funded by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region and the European ERDF fund to accelerate the digitalization of its production

SECA, a subsidiary of the OCTÉ Group specializing in the design and manufacturing of elevators and specialized freight lifts, has secured co-financing from the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to launch a strategic industrial modernization program. This project aligns fully with the Group’s ambitions regarding competitiveness, innovation, and the transition to Industry 4.0.

SECA Grant

A key investment program for production

The project co-funded by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) covers the period from November 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027. It is based on three priority areas:

  • Acquisition of connected machinery: laser cutting centers, press brakes, painting stations, saws, conveyors, etc., for a more agile and precise production line.
  • Adoption of Industry 4.0 methods: integrating digital tools into manufacturing processes to improve management, traceability, and responsiveness.
  • Upskilling teams: supporting employees in mastering new equipment and work methods.

Tangible impacts on performance and the environment

This program targets measurable results in the short and medium term:

  • Increased production capacity to meet growing demand in the market’s most demanding segments.
  • 70% reduction in gas consumption, thanks to higher-performance, optimally sized equipment.
  • 25% reduction in material scrap, limiting industrial waste and optimizing production costs.

These gains position SECA as a key player in the nuclear, explosion-proof (ATEX), luxury, and heavy-load elevator markets—environments where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.

Institutional support confirming OCTÉ’s strategic direction

Support from the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and the European Union reflects recognition of the industrial project led by SECA and, more broadly, the OCTÉ Group. This co-financing aligns with European and regional policies regarding SME competitiveness, job creation, and sustainable digital transformation.

It confirms the validity of the chosen path: investing in modern production tools to better serve high-value-added technical markets while reducing the industrial activity’s environmental footprint. Conclusion

This investment program, co-financed by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), marks a significant milestone in SECA’s industrial development and illustrates the OCTÉ Group’s long-term vision: combining technical performance, innovation, and environmental responsibility. The anticipated results—in terms of production capacity, energy efficiency, and quality—will sustainably strengthen SECA’s position in the most specialized elevator markets.