Our story
Pharea Group
The company was founded in 2011
Who are we?
The Pharea Group is an innovative and dynamic company, born from an engineering office several years ago. Since its creation, we have been able to evolve and diversify our activities to meet our clients’ specific needs. Our ambition is to offer tailor-made solutions and contribute to our partners’ success through an approach that is both technical, strategic, and people-focused.
A story of growth and innovation
Pharea began as an engineering office, providing technical consulting services and in-depth analysis. Thanks to our expertise and a long-term vision, we have gradually expanded our scope of action by integrating new skills and diversifying our services. Our goal is to support our clients throughout their projects, from the initial study to the implementation of concrete solutions tailored to their challenges.
The creation of our subsidiaries
In 2021
We reached a new milestone with the creation of two subsidiaries: Anthil and Younicorn. These entities were designed to meet specific needs in key sectors by providing expertise that complements that of Pharea. Anthil specializes in electrical engineering, while Younicorn stands out for its specialization in industrial.
In 2024
A new chapter begins with the launch of Simu.1, an initiative that reflects our commitment to innovation in the field of software simulation distribution. This new subsidiary embodies our ongoing commitment to supporting companies in selecting and using the most suitable simulation solutions.
Our vision
Within the Pharea Group, we firmly believe in the importance of adaptability and innovation. Each new activity and each new subsidiary is the result of strategic thinking aimed at anticipating market developments and offering our clients ever more effective, better-suited, and more forward-looking services.
With passionate and committed teams, we continue to grow and diversify our expertise to meet tomorrow’s challenges.
Our commitments
Committed industrial
engineering
Within the Pharea Group, we believe in responsible growth, where economic performance, social commitment, and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.
To achieve this, we place Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at the heart of our overall strategy by aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Shared values
Within the Pharea Group, we believe that our success is built above all on shared values.
Proximity
People
We place people at the heart of our priorities, valuing each individual and supporting their personal and professional development.
Ambition
We strive for excellence by continuously innovating and pushing boundaries to exceed our clients’ expectations.
Respect
Expertise
With a team of 200 technicians and engineers, we bring our expertise to a wide range of fields such as mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering.
Boldness
We dare to think outside the box, take initiative, and tackle challenges with creativity and determination to build the industry of tomorrow.
Key dates
2011
Creation of Pharea in Lyon by Jérôme BELLON and David GALINDO, based on expertise in numerical simulation (mechanical, thermal, and CFD)
2015
Opening of our first office in Grenoble and development of our mechanical design activity to complement the offering
2016
Integration of the “EDPF” structural steel engineering office to strengthen mechanical engineering
2017
- Integration of the “Zaninetta” engineering office specializing in plastics processing
- Integration of the special-purpose machinery engineering office in Saint-Chamond
2018
Creation of a new “calculation” center of expertise in Grenoble
2019
Opening of the Strasbourg office
2020
- Opening of the reinforced concrete engineering office
- Opening of the Saint-Nazaire office
2021
- Integration of the “VKP” general installation engineering office in Laudun L’Ardoise
- Opening of the Clermont-Ferrand office
- Creation of the Younicorn and Anthil subsidiaries to complete the mechanical engineering offering in the fields of industrial engineering and electrical engineering. The Pharea Group was born!
2022
Opening of the Annecy office
2023
Opening of the Dubai office to develop the United Arab Emirates market
2024
Launch of Simu.1 as a distributor of MSC HEXAGON software solutions
2025
Opening of the Marseille office
2026
Opening of the Belfort office