Relians, a lobbying and public affairs consulting firm
Founded in 2002, Relians is a lobbying and public affairs consulting firm specializing in the institutional architecture of strategic operations.
Our unique knowledge of institutions and administrations, combined with specific expertise in strategic sectors and established international networks, makes Relians the preferred link between economic players and public authorities.
Our added value lies in enhancing your assets and resolving your key challenges.
- Over 20 years of experience
- A dedicated team
- A comprehensive range of services
- A unique expertise
- A tailored approach
- A transparent practice
Relians, your challenges, our services
Relians, your challenges, our results
In 2024, Nokia Corporation engaged us to play a key role in providing strategic and institutional advisory services for the transfer of ASN (Alcatel Submarine Network), a global leader in submarine cables for high-speed internet, to the French State’s shareholding agency (APE), representing the French government.
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Expert in the Defense and Security sectors
With expertise gained at the heart of the defense ecosystem, working with the French Ministry of the Armed Forces (MINARM), the French Joint Staff (EMA), the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA), major prime contractors, and the French Defense Industrial and Technological Base (BIDT), Relians provides you with in-depth knowledge of defense and security issues.
Relians supports investors, industrial partners, and strategic partners within the French Defense Industrial and Technological Base (BITD).
The firm works on all defense programs – weapons systems, defense and dual-use technologies, and critical supply chains – and understands the specific constraints faced by Tier 1 and Tier 2 subcontractors, as well as key or innovative mid-sized and small businesses.
Space industry expert
Relians offers unique expertise reflecting a deep understanding of the institutional, regulatory, economic, technological, and strategic challenges of the space sector.
Within the space domain, Relians has recognized experience in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), with a particular focus on Galileo and its secure applications.
This expertise notably covers the area of timing, an essential component for cryptography and secure data transmission, including in the banking sector.
Experts in Foreign Direct Investment Screening and Strategic Transaction Risk
Do foreign investments require government approval in France? For many international investors, this question arises when preparing acquisitions involving strategic assets. Relians is a strategic advisory firm specialized in foreign direct investment screening (FDI screening) and regulatory risk analysis for transactions involving sensitive sectors.
For more than fifteen years, Relians has advised investors, companies and advisors on regulatory mechanisms governing foreign direct investment screening.
Our expertise covers the French “Foreign Investments in France” (IEF) regime, the European foreign investment screening framework and the United States Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).
- Multisector expertise in sensitive industries including defense, aerospace, space, telecommunications, critical infrastructure, transportation, energy and advanced technologies.
- Strategic analysis of regulatory, institutional, political and geopolitical dimensions of foreign investment transactions.
- Strategic positioning and value enhancement of assets operating in sensitive sectors.
- Services for foreign investors, sellers, target companies, investment banks and law firms involved in sensitive transactions.
In transactions involving strategic assets, the State may become a decisive stakeholder. Relians helps investors anticipate institutional dynamics and political sensitivities that may influence regulatory decisions.
Whether acting for a foreign investor, a seller or a target company, Relians helps stakeholders secure transactions and maximize asset value in the context of foreign investment screening.
Specialist in Franco-American Relations
Relians is a recognized player in Franco-American relations, with an active presence in Paris and Washington D.C. Our understanding of institutional mechanisms and the cultural specificities of each country enables us to address the unique challenges of these two environments effectively.
- Active Presence in Paris and Washington D.C.
- Expertise in Franco-American Institutional and Cultural Issues.
- Strong Networks to Facilitate Transatlantic Business.
- Assistance for Entering New Markets.
- Support in Managing Regulatory Challenges.
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Relians, your link to public authorities
Relians is a recognized strategic partner in public affairs and the structuring of complex operations in sensitive sectors. We help our clients tackle complex challenges with unique expertise and tailored services.
