# The 50 largest companies in the Charente department

Tamtam tracks 190 companies headquartered in the Charente department. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Nidec Leroy-Somer, Crédit Agricole Charente Périgord and Hennessy. Their median headcount is 128. Half of them were founded in 1977 or later. The most common headquarters are Angoulême (16).

The largest companies in Charente are diverse, including established manufacturers, financial institutions, and agricultural cooperatives, alongside newer recruitment and telecommunications firms. Nidec Leroy-Somer manufactures motors and power electronics, while Hennessy is a global leader in Cognac. Crédit Agricole Charente Périgord provides banking services, and Le Mercato de l'Emploi is a national recruitment network.

Several companies are concentrated in Angoulême, such as Centre hospitalier Angoulême, a regional hospital, and GrandAngoulême, a regional authority. Cognac also features prominently, with both Hennessy and Camus Cognac operating there, alongside Océalia, an agricultural cooperative. The presence of both traditional industries and more recent service-oriented businesses reflects the economic landscape of the department.

🇫🇷 Charente · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Nidec Leroy-Somer](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nidec-leroy-somer) (nidec.com)<br>Manufacturing motors, variable drives, and power electronics for industrial and commercial applications, including customized solutions for specific client needs. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 1,730 | 1919 |
| 2 | [Crédit Agricole Charente Périgord](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/credit-agricole-charente-perigord) (credit-agricole.fr)<br>Serving 310,600 customers with 108 branches, supporting local economy through personalized banking, professional advice, and career opportunities. | Banking | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 914 |  |
| 3 | [Hennessy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hennessy) (hennessy.com)<br>A global leader in Cognac with over 250 years of exceptional know-how, present in 160+ countries, and a key player in the regional economy | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 880 |  |
| 4 | [Le Mercato de l'Emploi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/le-mercato-de-l-emploi) (mercato-emploi.com)<br>National recruitment network connecting visionary companies with passionate professionals, fostering meaningful careers and dynamic, collaborative teams through proximity and engagement. | Staffing and Recruiting | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 604 | 2017 |
| 5 | [Centre hospitalier Angoulême](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centre-hospitalier-angouleme) (ch-angouleme.fr)<br>Regional hospital with 1,160 beds, multiple clinical and medico-technical departments, supporting territorial hospital group, employing 2,500 professionals. | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 388 |  |
| 6 | [Groupe SOFLUX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-soflux) (soflux.fr)<br>Specializes in electrical engineering, climate control, plumbing, and renewable energy services ensuring multi-fluid project profitability through two companies. | Construction | 🇫🇷 Gond-Pontouvre | 354 |  |
| 7 | [Océalia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ocealia) (ocealia-groupe.fr)<br>Manages diverse agricultural productions: crops, livestock, viticulture. Also operates subsidiaries in garden centers, transport, popcorn, dried fruits, wine bottling, animal feed. | Farming | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 350 | 2016 |
| 8 | [Département de la Charente](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/departement-de-la-charente) (lacharente.fr)<br>Region offering high quality of life, rich cultural heritage, tourism attractions, and diverse economy including cognac and creative industries. | Government Administration | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 318 |  |
| 9 | [- LIPPI -](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lippi) (lippi.fr)<br>Design and creation of personalized outdoor living spaces including fencing, openings, screening, decoration, and landscaping for unique environments. | Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Mouthiers-sur-Boëme | 259 | 1963 |
| 10 | [GrandAngoulême](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grandangouleme) (grandangouleme.fr)<br>Regional authority managing urban development, public services, and economic growth for multiple municipalities within the Angoulême area. | Government Administration | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 216 | 1976 |
| 11 | [SNEE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/snee) (snee.soflux.fr)<br>With expertise in electrical engineering, HVAC, and renewable energies, SNEE optimizes projects for profitability and sustainability for various sectors and regions | Construction | 🇫🇷 Gond-Pontouvre | 216 | 1981 |
| 12 | [CAMUS COGNAC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/camus-cognac) (camus.fr)<br>Family-owned cognac house producing exceptional, authentic cognacs and distributing fine wines, champagnes, and spirits worldwide with strong values. | Wine & Spirits | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 204 | 1863 |
| 13 | [Ville d'Angoulême](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ville-d-angouleme) (angouleme.fr)<br>The company offers a glimpse into the historical city of Angoulême through the eyes of Honoré de Balzac, providing insight into its architecture and significance | Government Administration | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 198 | 1204 |
| 14 | [APLB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aplb) (aplb.fr)<br>A non-profit organization based in Angoulême, France, with establishments across the southwest providing services in various regions | Individual and Family Services | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 193 | 1941 |
| 15 | [Anteles](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/anteles) (anteles.fr)<br>Established in 2011, the company specializes in client relations, focusing on values like compassion, teamwork, performance, and adaptability, while prioritizing customer satisfaction | Telecommunications | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 191 | 2011 |
| 16 | [Blue Spirit Studios](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/blue-spirit-studios) (spirit-prod.com)<br>Animation studio and producer of in-house and executive productions based in France and Canada, with award-winning animated films and series. | Animation and Post-production | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 170 | 2004 |
| 17 | [PROLIANS Nouvelle Aquitaine](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/prolians-nouvelle-aquitaine) (prolians.fr)<br>Supplier of extensive construction materials and services supporting over 200 trades including metalworkers, plumbers, builders, and public services. | Wholesale | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 165 | 1782 |
| 18 | [1er régiment d'infanterie de marine](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/1er-regiment-d-infanterie-de-marine) (facebook.com)<br>The company operates as a light armored combat unit, specialized in armored combat and reconnaissance missions, suitable for urgent projection and overseas engagements. | Armed Forces | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 161 | 1822 |
| 19 | [Airbus Flight Academy Europe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/airbus-flight-academy-europe) (airbus-flight-academy.com)<br>Training future airline and military pilots with a modern fleet, certified maintenance, and multiple French locations under Airbus standards. | Flight Training | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 157 | 2006 |
| 20 | [CCI Charente Formation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cci-charente-formation) (ccicharente-formation.fr)<br>Leader in professional training, offering over 50 dual education programs and 100 professional development courses in various industries in Nouvelle Aquitaine region | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 153 | 1971 |
| 21 | [Scub](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/scub) (scub.net)<br>Scub is an IT service company specializing in providing consulting, developing custom applications, and integrating systems to solve critical business challenges | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 153 | 2003 |
| 22 | [BNIC - Cognac](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bnic-cognac) (cognac.fr)<br>Represents and protects Cognac appellation, supports growers, distillers, and traders, ensures quality standards in over 150 countries worldwide. | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 151 | 1946 |
| 23 | [MESEA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mesea) (mesea.fr)<br>A company dedicated to railway maintenance in France, involved in the maintenance of a high-speed rail line until 2061 | Railroad Equipment Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Villognon | 150 |  |
| 24 | [OMIA cabines de peinture](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/omia-cabines-de-peinture) (omia.fr)<br>French market leader, company designs and builds surface treatment equipment for automotive and industrial sectors, including paint booths, preparation areas, and complete processing lines. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 130 | 1947 |
| 25 | [SEGUIN MOREAU](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/seguin-moreau) (seguin-moreau.fr)<br>Manufacture of oak barrels for aging wines and spirits, combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced oenological research and global presence. | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 128 | 1838 |
| 26 | [FASST](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fasst) (fasst.io)<br>FASST is an insurtech specializing in digital distribution platforms for insurers, mutuals, and brokers to increase revenue in various insurance products | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 128 | 2017 |
| 27 | [SERMAT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sermat) (sermat.fr)<br>Specializes in logistics and equipment for building construction sites | Business Consulting and Services | 🇫🇷 Puymoyen | 122 | 1978 |
| 28 | [SODATEC CITéS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sodatec-cites) (sodatec.com)<br>Consulting and engineering company specializing in installation, integration, deployment, and maintenance across telecoms, banking, railway, surveillance, and electronics sectors. | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 Ruelle-sur-Touvre | 122 | 1978 |
| 29 | [STGA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stga) (stga.fr)<br>Transport company serving the Grand Angoulême area, providing efficient and reliable transportation solutions to residents and businesses in the region | Truck Transportation | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 121 | 1977 |
| 30 | [Courvoisier](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/courvoisier) (courvoisier.com)<br>Crafting premium cognacs infused with local flavors, celebrating Jarnac's history, culture, and people through traditional methods. | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Jarnac | 114 |  |
| 31 | [Charente Libre](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/charente-libre) (charentelibre.fr)<br>Daily publication providing regional news coverage, local events, and community information to keep residents informed and connected. | Newspaper Publishing | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 112 | 1949 |
| 32 | [Maison Villevert](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maison-villevert) (maisonvillevert.com)<br>A French company specializing in crafting super-premium spirits from grapes, with a focus on Cognac vineyard traditions and new French luxury | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Merpins | 112 | 2001 |
| 33 | [LA COURONNE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-couronne) (enveloppeslacouronne.fr)<br>A French company specializing in envelopes, printing services, and customizable promotional products, with a focus on eco-friendly options and efficient communication solutions | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Roullet-Saint-Estèphe | 111 | 1922 |
| 34 | [HERENCIA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/herencia) (groupe-herencia.fr)<br>Managing private and professional wealth, providing comprehensive estate planning and financial services to clients | Investment Management | 🇫🇷 Gond-Pontouvre | 104 | 2000 |
| 35 | [Groupe Altiore MT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-altiore-mt) (altioremt.fr)<br>A group of IT companies in Nouvelle Aquitaine providing IT services, project engineering, collaborative solutions, management software, training, and support | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 102 | 2019 |
| 36 | [ARTS Energy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arts-energy) (arts-energy.com)<br>Design manufacture rechargeable batteries using Nickel and Li-ion technology for diverse global sectors with customized solutions from France. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Nersac | 100 | 2013 |
| 37 | [SOFPO Groupe ROSSMANN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sofpo-groupe-rossmann) (rossmann.com)<br>Specialized in producing corrugated cardboard packaging for the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors Part of a group with multiple production sites across Europe and Africa | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Exideuil-sur-Vienne | 97 | 1888 |
| 38 | [SMATIS France](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/smatis-france) (smatis.fr)<br>Non-profit mutual providing accessible health insurance and services to individuals, employees, retirees, and businesses with focus on quality and innovation. | Insurance | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 97 | 1943 |
| 39 | [Hôpitaux de Grand Cognac](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hopitaux-de-grand-cognac) (ch-cognac.fr)<br>Local healthcare provider with five facilities offering full patient care including maternity, cardiology, rehabilitation, and long-term care services. | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇫🇷 Châteaubernard | 96 |  |
| 40 | [Tonnellerie Taransaud](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tonnellerie-taransaud) (taransaud.com)<br>A premier cooperage with a rich history since 1672, specializing in crafting top-quality barrels for the world's finest wines and spirits | Beverage Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Merpins | 94 | 1672 |
| 41 | [Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hotel-chais-monnet-and-spa) (chaismonnethotel.com)<br>Former cognac warehouse luxury hotel, offering guest rooms, suites, apartments, a brasserie, gourmet restaurant, bar, spa, wellness area, and event facilities. | Hospitality | 🇫🇷 Cognac | 90 | 2018 |
| 42 | [ADAPEI Charente](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adapei-charente) (adapei-charente.fr)<br>An organization founded in 1962 by parents of children with disabilities, providing support and services for individuals with mental or psychological disabilities in Charente | Mental Health Care | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 90 | 1962 |
| 43 | [NOVENCI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/novenci) (novenci.fr)<br>A company specializing in technical solutions, system integration, infrastructure supply, and user support services for information systems | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 85 | 1985 |
| 44 | [SEEMI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/seemi) (en.seemi.com)<br>French company specializing in automated handling and conveyors systems for various industries, providing unique, tailor-made solutions to optimize productivity and flow | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 La Couronne | 80 | 1964 |
| 45 | [Elicit Plant](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elicit-plant) (elicit-plant.com)<br>Develops and provides products to stimulate field-grown plants with phytosterols, reducing water stress and increasing yields, while quantifying results with data. | Biotechnology Research | 🇫🇷 Moulins-sur-Tardoire | 78 | 2017 |
| 46 | [CPAM de la Charente (Assurance Maladie)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cpam-de-la-charente-assurance-maladie) (assurance-maladie.ameli.fr)<br>Working at this company means joining a team committed to protecting the health of over 60 million insured individuals through various projects and services | Government Administration | 🇫🇷 Angoulême | 75 |  |
| 47 | [TDI SERVICES - Filiale du Groupe Altiore MT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tdi-services-filiale-du-groupe-altiore-mt) (tdi-services.fr)<br>Provides IT infrastructure management, engineering, and security services, focusing on technical expertise, local proximity, and active partnership for private and public sector clients. | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇫🇷 L'Isle-d'Espagnac | 74 | 1995 |
| 48 | [JOUBERT Plywood](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/joubert-plywood) (joubert-group.com)<br>Manufacture of eco-certified Okoumé and Poplar plywood in France, supporting sustainable construction and regional decarbonization efforts. | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Val-d'Auge | 71 | 1930 |
| 49 | [Locatoumat](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/locatoumat) (locatoumat.com)<br>Provides quality equipment rental and sales with expert advice, delivery, and support for construction, maintenance, and home improvement projects. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Gond-Pontouvre | 67 | 1981 |
| 50 | [Centre Hospitalier de La Rochefoucauld](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centre-hospitalier-de-la-rochefoucauld) (ch-angouleme.fr)<br>A medical practice company located in La Rochefoucauld, France, providing healthcare services to the community in Nouvelleaquitaine region | Medical Practices | 🇫🇷 La Rochefoucauld-en-Angoumois | 67 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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