Verified Nov 2026
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Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy
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Since 1980
Novacel is a France-based manufacturer of surface protection solutions, headquartered in Déville-lès-Rouen in Upper Normandy and founded in 1980. It employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and reports an estimated revenue band of $250 to 500 million. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors with process films, technical tapes, and custom laminating machines. In June 2026, H.I.G. WhiteHorse provided financing to the company, and in June 2026 it named Emmanuel Rigaux as chief executive officer.
Novacel at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
1980
Headquarters
Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
3114
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Appliance
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
3114
Named foreign suppliers
23
Top origins
France · Italy · Belgium · Portugal
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Novacel.
What this tells a buyer
Recent public reporting from September 2026 describes Novacel as a US-owned company that intends to expand its international footprint, while the company itself has announced plans to showcase new eco-designed process films.
The company's product lines include process films, technical tapes, adhesives, and custom-engineered machines, and it holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
Novacel is privately held and has a 40-plus year operating history, with facilities in France and Italy listed among its manufacturing locations.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
46 years in operation (founded 1980).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Novacel is a France-based manufacturer of surface protection solutions, headquartered in Déville-lès-Rouen in Upper Normandy and founded in 1980. It employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and reports an estimated revenue band of $250 to 500 million. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors with process films, technical tapes, and custom laminating machines. In June 2026, H.I.G. WhiteHorse provided financing to the company, and in June 2026 it named Emmanuel Rigaux as chief executive officer.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1980 |
Headquarters | Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Novacel makes
The company's product lines include process films, technical tapes, adhesives, and custom-engineered machines, and it holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Sheet Metal, Adhesive, Aluminum, Steel, Interior, Glass, Emissions, Coating (source: novacel-solutions.com).
Certifications
Novacel is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — novacel-solutions.com
ISO 45001 — novacel-solutions.com
ISO 50001 — novacel-solutions.com
ISO 9001 — novacel-solutions.com
Trade and customs footprint
Recent public reporting from September 2026 describes Novacel as a US-owned company that intends to expand its international footprint, while the company itself has announced plans to showcase new eco-designed process films. US customs bill-of-lading records list 3114 inbound shipments across 23 foreign suppliers, with top origins including France · Italy · Belgium · Portugal.
Latest developments
2026-09-25 — Novacel to Showcase Its Latest Eco-Designed Process Films... (novacel-solutions.com)
2026-09-25 — Novacel's news | Novacel (novacel-solutions.com)
2026-09-17 — Sous pavillon américain, le spécialiste des solutions de protection de surface Novacel veut amplifier son internationalisation (ouest-france.fr)
2026-06-30 — Novacel Appoints Emmanuel Rigaux as Chief Executive Officer | Novacel (novacel-solutions.com)
2026-06-09 — H.I.G. WhiteHorse Provides Financing to Novacel - H.I.G. Capital - Global Alternative Assets Investment Firm (hig.com)
2026-05-20 — Novacel Joins the KPS Capital Partners Portfolio | Novacel (novacel-solutions.com)
Facilities
Novacel is headquartered in Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy. Public sources also reference these locations:
France, Italy — hig.com
Company details
Novacel is privately held and has a 40-plus year operating history, with facilities in France and Italy listed among its manufacturing locations. Novacel was founded in 1980, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 46 years in operation (founded 1980). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Novacel do?
Novacel is a France-based manufacturer of surface protection solutions, headquartered in Déville-lès-Rouen in Upper Normandy and founded in 1980. It employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people and reports an estimated revenue band of $250 to 500 million. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors with process films, technical tapes, and custom laminating machines. In June 2026, H.I.G. WhiteHorse provided financing to the company, and in June 2026 it named Emmanuel Rigaux as chief executive officer.
Where is Novacel headquartered?
Novacel is headquartered in Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy (27 Rue du Docteur Emile Bataille, Deville-les-Rouen, Upper Normandy, 76250).
When was Novacel founded?
Novacel was founded in 1980.
How big is Novacel?
Novacel has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Novacel hold?
Novacel lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Novacel import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 3114 inbound shipments for Novacel, with top origins including France · Italy · Belgium · Portugal.
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Location & contact
Phone
+33 2 32 82 72 32
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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