La Talaudière, May 13, 2026 — VerVent Audio, the company that unites the Focal and Naim brands, has announced a major milestone in its development: the completion of its acquisition by Barco, a global specialist in high end projection, visualization, and immersive experience solutions. Focal and Naim, leaders in premium acoustics and electronics, have officially joined the Barco Group’s portfolio.
EUROPEAN LEADER IN AUDIO
This alliance paves the way for a shared ambition: to build a European leader in audiovisual solutions capable of bringing image and sound closer together to create new, immersive experiences tailored to professional and residential environments alike. This operation reflects a strategy of continuity, stability, and long-term vision for all Focal & Naim activities.
By joining Barco, VerVent Audio strengthens the foundations of its strategy:
- Strong global brands
- Comprehensive technological expertise
- High standards of excellence
- A clear and sustainable market vision
NEW MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
The combination of the premium Focal and Naim brands, VerVent Audio’s longstanding expertise, and Barco’s industrial and technological strength opens new horizons. Together, the teams aim to offer some of the most competitive audiovisual solutions on the market while setting new standards for usage in the most demanding environments.
“We are entering this new phase with clarity, determination, and an unwavering commitment to building sustainable, shared growth. Joining Barco allows us to reinforce our strategy while staying true to what makes us unique.” Cédrick Boutonet, CEO of VerVent Audio.
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ABOUT VERVENT AUDIO
VerVent Audio was established in 2014 following the partnership initiated in 2011 between Focal and Naim. Each brand brings its own expertise: Focal specializes in hi-fi loudspeakers and speaker drivers. Its renowned French craftsmanship extends to headphones, integrated systems, professional studios, automotive applications and yachts. In the UK, Naim excels in high-end electronics, from complete streaming players and systems to amplifiers and audio integration solutions. Together, the brands are a benchmark in High Fidelity, offering complementary solutions as well as all-in-one active systems. With an international outlook, VerVent Audio has, since 2019, been promoting a new vision of the in-store hi-fi experience through a network of more than 80 Focal Powered by Naim boutiques.
ABOUT FOCAL NAIM NORTH AMERICA
Born from the merger of Focal, world leader in acoustic sound made in France, and Naim Audio, world leader in British-made hi-fi electronics, VerVent Audio Group’s brand subsidiaries signal an investment and direction for VerVent in the US and Canada. By creating its own distribution entity, the group is striving to turn the North American territory into the market leader for Focal and Naim.
For more information on each brand visit: www.focal.com and www.naimaudio.com
Focal Naim America: www.focalnaimamerica.com
Visit the Focal Pro Experience website: www.thefocalproexperience.com
