Leader Group has strategically merged with innovative startup Zelup to enhance its fire safety equipment offerings and accelerate growth in the firefighting sector.

Target Company Overview

Leader Group, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Le Havre, is a global leader in fire safety equipment and rescue operations. Under the leadership of Miguel Ferreira, the company specializes in designing, producing, and providing high-technology fire and rescue equipment aimed at protecting both individuals and property. With decades of industry experience, Leader Group has established a significant presence in the international market.

Zelup, an innovative startup founded in Lyon and headed by Thomas Issler since its inception, focuses on developing technological advancements that enhance the efficiency and safety of firefighting operations. Since 2017, Zelup has collaborated with the Paris Fire Brigade to create its unique, patented hydropneumatic fragmentation dual-phase firefighting nozzle, which significantly optimizes firefighting efforts.

Industry Overview in France

The fire safety equipment industry in France is characterized by rapid technological advancement and increasing demand for innovative solutions. Firefighters face complex challenges that necessitate the use of state-of-t

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Leader Group

invested in

Zelup

in 2023

in a Strategic Partnership deal

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