A family-owned SME focused on the future
Originating in the Grenoble technology hub, VÊPRES celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022. The company has specialized in the construction of cleanrooms and controlled environments for over six decades. In 2023, VÊPRES integrated into the CEME Group, a major entity in the energy sector, with whom we share fundamental values: a strong service orientation, unwavering commitment, and profound responsibility.
Groupe CEME
Groupe CEME is currently one of the leading independent players in electrical engineering, climate control, and maintenance in France, with over 950 employees and a turnover of nearly 180 million euros in 2023. Groupe CEME's involvement spans projects and services related to energy efficiency and thermal comfort for the tertiary sector, industrial clients, public authorities, and private individuals.
Human and Professional Values
These principles guide our daily operations and work methodology, encompassing client satisfaction, employee well-being, and the company's long-term sustainability. To achieve this, VÊPRES adheres to rigorous standards.
Our ethical charter embodies strong values and our commitment to prioritizing human well-being within our organization and in our relationships with employees, clients, partners, and suppliers. This charter thus defines our commitments regarding environmental stewardship, responsibility, sustainability, client retention, ethics, and loyalty. Through this charter, we affirm our dedication and that of each employee to act with integrity and as role models.
Our Ethical Charter (FR-PDF – 1.1 MB)
Our ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certifications attest to our commitment to continuous improvement and the robustness of our management system. Furthermore, the HappyIndex®AtWork label has consistently guaranteed excellent working conditions at VÊPRES for several years. These commitments and values underpin our longevity and support our growth.
ISO 9001 Certificate (FR- PDF – 0.5 MB)
ISO 45001 Certificate (FR- PDF – 0.5 MB)
QSE Policy (FR – PDF – 0.5 MB)
CSR: Ecovadis Certification, a Testament to Commitment
As a testament to the results of its initiatives, the CEME Group has been awarded the Ecovadis gold medal (the benchmark platform for CSR ratings) for 2025. Ranked Silver in 2024, the group has significantly improved its performance this year, increasing its overall score from 69 to 78 points out of 100.
VÊPRES, a benchmark since 1962!
Much progress has been made since 1962. Having become a benchmark in the design and installation of Cleanrooms for numerous sectors, our longevity is a testament to the unwavering trust of our clients. Our commitment is to honor this trust, day after day.
Our level of expertise and service excellence has established our reputation both in France and internationally. In 2023, VÊPRES turned a new page in its long history by joining the CEME Group, a major player in the energy sector.
Historical Overview: Key Milestones
Establishment of regional branches: VÊPRES now leverages local teams and the synergies of the CEME Group to cover the entire territory. This structure ensures localized support, capable of promptly responding to cleanroom demand throughout France.
Establishment of VÊPRES Switzerland in the canton of Geneva to meet a growing demand for cleanrooms. Our reputation for excellence and our expertise transcend borders. This marks a new milestone in the company's development and in the rich history of VÊPRES.
After one year, the synergy between VÊPRES's expertise and CEME's know-how has already proven successful. The company now operates under the CEME Group brand. Committed to its history and family values, VÊPRES retains its name, a historic brand in the cleanroom sector.
A new chapter begins for VÊPRES with its integration into the CEME Group, a major player in the energy sector, a family-owned company like VÊPRES, and whose values it fully shares. The company continues its development thanks to new opportunities and fruitful synergies.
VÊPRES is a major player in the design and execution of cleanrooms in France and internationally. The logo is evolving. It retains its historical shape, symbolizing the company's origins and longevity. The mention 'Cleanrooms' appears, establishing VÊPRES as an indispensable player.
A turning point in history. VÊPRES is evolving, and so is its logo. VÊPRES CONSTRUCTIONS becomes VÊPRES and asserts its position as a cleanroom specialist, as demand intensifies and the company's reputation grows.
To address increasing demand, VÊPRES evolved into a prime contractor, delivering turnkey cleanrooms. By subsequently integrating an engineering department, the company now operates as a general contractor, offering comprehensive services from the initial study phase through to final delivery.
Driven by the dynamism of the microelectronics sector in the Grenoble region, VÊPRES is simultaneously expanding to meet the growing demand for cleanrooms.
VÊPRES built its very first cleanroom in 1967. The chalet activity definitively ceased in 1981.
Francis VÊPRES founded a company specializing in carpentry and chalet construction. The historical logo symbolizes his activity, depicting a bolt head at its center, framed by two chalet roofs.