Hélios

Founded in 2000 by Jean-Luc Petithuguenin and Eric Vandoolaeghe, Groupe Hélios is the largest independent provider of road safety services in France. Headquartered in La Courneuve, the company specialises in horizontal and vertical signalisation — including road marking, signage installation, and other safety equipment — serving a diverse customer base of public authorities, public works companies, and private clients nationwide.

Under the continued leadership of CEO Eric Vandoolaeghe, Hélios has built a strong reputation for execution quality, responsiveness, and innovation. With around 600 employees operating from 19 agencies across France, the company has achieved sustained growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Today, Hélios stands as a national market leader and the number one independent player in a resilient and growing sector driven by essential infrastructure maintenance and safety needs.