Fortal Group expands its offering with the acquisition of ORESA, a specialist in professional space design.
The family-owned JFN Group, a specialist in secure height-access solutions, announces the acquisition of ORESA, a well-established player in the design and layout of professional spaces in Eastern France. This strategic operation, supported by MBA Capital Strasbourg, marks an important new step in the group’s development and fully aligns with its vision of providing a comprehensive offering to its clients
An operation that strengthens the complementarity of expertise
Founded in 1981 in Barr, in the Bas-Rhin region, the JFN Group (Fortal Group) has established itself over the years as a benchmark in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of height-access solutions, whether standard products or custom-designed. Through its various subsidiaries, the group already offers a wide range of solutions for personal safety, workplace organisation, and the specific needs of professionals in the construction, industrial, logistics, and transport sectors.
With the integration of ORESA, JFN is expanding its value proposition by adding strong expertise in the design and layout of professional premises to its portfolio. Founded in 2008 by Thierry Maupin, ORESA has specialized in the sales and installation of equipment such as shelving, storage platforms, industrial partitions, and office furniture.
Based in Brumath (67), ORESA has established itself as a reliable and responsive partner for optimising storage, work, and retail spaces, with a customer base spanning the entire Grand Est region.
Shared values and a common vision for the future
For Yannick Ruffenach, the founder’s grandson and a member of the JFN Group leadership, this acquisition also carries a strong family dimension. By joining ORESA, he is carrying forward an entrepreneurial tradition passed down through three generations, while bringing new momentum to the group.
This acquisition reflects our desire to support our clients with solutions that are increasingly comprehensive and tailored to their real-world needs. We are delighted to welcome the ORESA teams, whose expertise and corporate culture align perfectly with the values of the JFN Group.
— Yannick Ruffenach
A transaction structured by MBA Capital Strasbourg
The expertise of MBA Capital Strasbourg was instrumental in structuring this operation under optimal conditions. Thanks to their strategic support and their knowledge of the local economic landscape, the merger between JFN and ORESA was carried out in a spirit of synergy and mutual respect.
I would like to commend the efficiency and responsiveness of the MBA Capital Strasbourg teams. Their support was essential in bringing this project to completion under the best possible conditions.
— Fabrice Ruffenach, President of JFN
A new milestone for a growing group
With this acquisition, JFN confirms its ambition to become a key player in comprehensive professional equipment, combining safety, technical performance, and intelligent workplace design. This merger paves the way for new development opportunities, particularly for projects that combine height-access solutions, workplace ergonomics, and the organisation of professional environments.
