Quebec City, May 04, 2026 – Norda Stelo, a leading consulting engineering firm based in Quebec, has announced a strategic partnership with Groupe Snef through its engineering subsidiary Ekium. The investment positions Norda Stelo as Groupe Snef's North American platform, accelerating its growth in new markets while preserving its identity, governance, and Canadian roots.
Strategic Partnership Details
This partnership marks a turning point for Norda Stelo, combining its recognized expertise with the advanced capabilities of Groupe Snef, a major European group with over 120 years of history. Norda Stelo will retain its headquarters in Quebec City, its executive leadership team, and an independent board of directors, maintaining the agility, client proximity, and culture that define the firm.
About Groupe Snef
Founded in 1905 in Marseille, Groupe Snef is a leading industrial group operating in energy, automation, and digital technology sectors. Its subsidiary Ekium is recognized for its expertise in industrial engineering, particularly in electrification, automation, and process decarbonization. Together, they support industrial facilities across several strategic regions.
Expanded Capabilities
“This strategic alliance with Groupe Snef will allow us to go faster and further. It broadens our access to markets, strengthens our execution capacity, and brings us closer to our ambition of becoming a global leader in asset sustainability, while remaining fully in control of our strategy and corporate culture,” said Alex Brisson, President and CEO of Norda Stelo.
Access to Groupe Snef’s network creates concrete opportunities in Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Latin America, while reinforcing Norda Stelo’s presence in North America.
Industrial Transformation
The partnership with Ekium will enhance Norda Stelo’s ability to support clients in mining, metallurgy, energy, and port sectors, all experiencing strong growth in North America. By combining complementary expertise, the companies will offer an integrated approach across the full asset lifecycle with expanded capabilities in sustainable productivity and energy transition.
“Norda Stelo stands out for the quality of its teams and strategic vision. This alliance reflects a shared ambition for sustainable growth and long-term development in North America,” said Stéphane Corteel, CEO of Groupe Snef.
The partnership underscores the strength of expertise developed in Quebec and its relevance to defining challenges of our time. Against a backdrop of shifting value chains and diversified economic partnerships, the announcement demonstrates how a Quebec firm can attract a leading international partner while maintaining its independence.
