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Comprehensive solutions for aeronautics: inspection, certification, advice and training

In a constantly evolving sector, compliance with regulatory and normative requirements is an essential prerequisite for guaranteeing the safety of operations, the reliability of equipment and the competitiveness of market players. Manufacturers, equipment suppliers, operators, airlines, suppliers and drone operators all have to meet specific challenges related to safety, risk management, technological innovation, data protection and the transition to more sustainable aviation. Reducing the carbon footprint, optimising energy use and complying with new environmental regulations are now major priorities for the sector. Apave offers its expertise to all these professionals to enable them to achieve excellence and develop with confidence in the market.

Safety, compliance and performance

strategic issues

The aeronautics industry is highly demanding, where the slightest flaw can have major consequences. Each player in the sector must guarantee:

  • The safety of operations: compliance with airworthiness standards, infrastructure monitoring and risk management.
  • The quality and reliability of equipment: compliance with regulations, supplier control and product qualification.
  • Optimisation of organisations: improvement of internal processes, asset management and change management.
  • The protection of sensitive data: cybersecurity, GDPR compliance and protection of critical information.

 

The ecological transition: reduction of emissions, compliance with environmental standards and improvement of energy efficiency.

Whether you are a manufacturer, subcontractor, operator, service provider or drone operator, we help you meet these challenges by offering solutions tailored to the specific needs of each player in the aeronautics industry.


Our services

to help you

  • Inspection and audit

    • Surveillance and safety audit of aircraft and infrastructure
    • Technical inspection of aircraft and airworthiness monitoring
    • Audit of internal operations and the supply chain
    • Operational inspections of airports, simulators and flights
    • Evaluation and qualification of suppliers
    • Audit of drone operators with our Certidrones® label
  • Certification and compliance

    • Certification of management systems according to standards EN 9100, EN 9110, EN 9120, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
    • Certification of products and services to ensure their compliance with regulatory requirements
    • Certification audits and support for compliance
  • Consultancy and technical support

    • Implementation and evaluation of new benchmarks
    • Asset management and optimisation of maintenance programmes
    • Assistance with the design and commissioning of equipment
    • Change management and continuous improvement
    • Preliminary risk analysis and development of action plans
  • Training

    • Technical and regulatory training in person, remotely or via MOOC
    • Specialised modules in runway assistance, airport security and aviation security (via our subsidiary Camas Formation)
    • IATA training in the transport of dangerous goods (via our subsidiary BVT)
    • Training dedicated to work-study students and professionals in retraining
  • Cyber security and data protection

    • Integration of the new regulations relating to information security (Partie-IS)
    • Cybersecurity diagnostics, assessments and audits (via our subsidiary Oppida)
    • GDPR compliance support: audit, training and crisis management
  • Tests and measurements

    • Equipment qualification: vibration, climatic, EMC, hydraulic and electrical tests
    • On-site measurements and CE certification
    • Qualification according to ABD0100 and DO-160 standards

Discover our specialised subsidiaries

Our subsidiaries
OSAC

OSAC

OSAC (Organisation for the Safety of Civil Aviation) is authorised by ministerial decree to carry out control missions in the field of civil aviation.
Our subsidiaries
OSAC

OSAC

OSAC (Organisation for the Safety of Civil Aviation) is authorised by ministerial decree to carry out control missions in the field of civil aviation.
As part of the Authority, OSAC issues, monitors, suspends or withdraws the approvals of production, maintenance, continuing airworthiness management and maintenance training organisations, aircraft airworthiness documents and aircraft mechanic licences. With the agreement of the DGAC, OSAC provides paid services of control and support to civil and military authorities and certification to private companies according to ISO 9001, EN 9100, EN 9110 and EN 9120 standards.
Our subsidiaries
Camas formation

Camas Formation

CAMAS specialises in education and vocational training for individuals and companies. With 22 centres worldwide (16 in France and 6 abroad).
Our subsidiaries
Camas formation

Camas Formation

CAMAS specialises in education and vocational training for individuals and companies. With 22 centres worldwide (16 in France and 6 abroad).
Every year, Camas trains more than 30,000 people in over 300 courses. A recognised world leader in airport training, Camas has put its expertise at the service of a variety of audiences such as employees, young people, apprentices, students and people undergoing professional retraining. Our group offers a full range of diploma and vocational training courses, available on a work-study and initial basis, for all audiences. Camas provides long-term support to companies in the sector in regulatory training and the skills development of its employees. In 2021, Camas joined the Apave Group.
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Sopemea

Sopemea, a specialist in testing and measurement, carries out engineering studies, qualification tests, digital simulation and training.
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Sopemea

Sopemea, a specialist in testing and measurement, carries out engineering studies, qualification tests, digital simulation and training.
With eight locations in France and one in the United Kingdom, Sopemea is recognised in several industrial sectors for testing in mechanical, vibratory, climatic, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electrical environments, as well as in test engineering, training and test equipment maintenance.
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APTH - BVT

APTH - BVT, approved by national and international authorities, is recognised as an expert in the transport of dangerous goods for the approval of packaging and regulatory training.
Our subsidiaries
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APTH - BVT

APTH - BVT, approved by national and international authorities, is recognised as an expert in the transport of dangerous goods for the approval of packaging and regulatory training.
APTH - BVT offers a full range of training services for the transport of dangerous goods, as well as a range of laboratory tests, to guarantee safer, more sustainable and more environmentally friendly conditions for all your employees.
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Oppida

Oppida is an Information Systems Security Audit Provider (PASSI) approved by ANSSI to audit the critical systems of private or public organisations.
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Oppida

Oppida is an Information Systems Security Audit Provider (PASSI) approved by ANSSI to audit the critical systems of private or public organisations.
These services have been provided for over 20 years, both to government departments (Defence, Prime Minister's Office, Ministries) and private organisations (operators, banks, insurance companies, supermarkets, industries, SMEs, etc.).
Our subsidiaries
SixFoisSept

SixFoisSept

SixFoisSept is a company specialising in SmartData and artificial intelligence that develops a methodology tailored to the data assets of each project.
Our subsidiaries
SixFoisSept

SixFoisSept

SixFoisSept is a company specialising in SmartData and artificial intelligence that develops a methodology tailored to the data assets of each project.
The company emphasises two fundamental principles: technical excellence in DataScience methods and tools, and ethics. SixFoisSept supports large entities in the aviation and healthcare sectors, as well as in insurance.

A leading partner

for a changing sector

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Faced with technological, environmental and regulatory challenges, Apave supports you with tailored solutions to:

  • Guarantee compliance with international requirements
  • Secure your operations and strengthen the trust of your customers
  • Anticipate regulatory changes and optimise your performance
  • Respond to the challenges of energy transition and emission reduction

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