Created in 1830, Rivolier Group is a family-owned company with French capital, deeply rooted in the industrial history of Saint-Étienne.
Originally established as a manufacturer of firearms and bicycles, the Group has evolved over the centuries to become a major industrial player, capable of meeting the demands of highly specialized and diversified markets.
A multi-business group
Rivolier combines long-standing expertise with innovation to serve a wide range of customers:
Security and Defense: supplier to armed forces, internal security forces and specialized units, delivering reliable solutions tailored to the most demanding missions.
Nature: this division brings together a comprehensive offering for hunting and nature enthusiasts, including firearms, optics, technical apparel and outdoor accessories. It also includes products for recreational and competitive fishing, reflecting the Group’s natural diversification strategy.
Outdoor: Rivolier offers specialized equipment for outdoor activities and adventure, such as observation optics, backpacks, hiking accessories and exploration gear, designed for performance and durability.
Animals: the Group distributes products for dogs, whether hunting dogs or companion animals, supported by expertise that enables Rivolier to position itself effectively in this growing market.
Medical: Rivolier addresses the needs of the medical market with a range of innovative products designed and manufactured in France, including personal and collective protective solutions, emergency equipment, logistical support tools and training devices.
A strategy focused on growth and innovation
Since 1989, Rivolier has strengthened its development through targeted acquisitions and the integration of complementary expertise. Its modern logistics platform and agile organization enable it to respond efficiently to the operational and commercial needs of its customers. Today, the Group works with more than 190 partner brands and serves a broad spectrum of national and international markets.
The acquisition of Verney-Carron
In 2025, Rivolier acquired Verney-Carron, the last historic French manufacturer of small-caliber firearms. This strategic acquisition helps preserve unique know-how, maintain local operations in Saint-Étienne, and develop new innovative solutions for both national and international markets.
Group’s background: the milestones
1830: Founding of Rivolier, weapons manufacturer
1903: The company located to Saint-Étienne
1909: Start of the bicycle production
1950: End of the bicycle production
1962: Rivolier became the distributor of the Remington brand
1973: Stop of the production of Rivolier rifles in Saint-Étienne (European sub-contracting)
1989: Rivolier bought up by Arnaud Van Robais who became the majority shareholder and Chairman
1993 : Inauguration of the new premises in Saint-Just Saint-Rambert
2003 : Rivolier entered into the biggest contract in the history of the industry with the Police Nationale and the Gendarmerie Nationale for the supply of 250,000 SIG Sauer SP 2022 handguns
2006 : Acquisition of ESDT
2011 : Acquisition of SERT
2015 : Doubling of the surface area and creation of a multi-modal logistics hub
2016 : Acquisition of Brandy
2018 : Acquisition of CIR Medical
2019 : Acquisition of Januel and Stagunt
2021 : Partnership with Jocker
2023 : Acquisition of Companie des Pet Foods and creation of the RSD Outdoor subsidiary inthe United States
2024 : Acquisition of Markhor, Avantage Sport, Gabion Unlimited & MD Tech. Majority acquisition of Land of Dogs
2025 : Acquisition of Verney-Carron – Divestment of Alexandre Mareuil
