Published on 13th March, 2026
Barco announces an agreement in principle to acquire 100% of the shares of the French-British premium audio company, VerVent Audio Holding. The company is active in high-end audio systems, headphones and automotive OEM audio solutions, with premium audio brands Focal and Naim. The agreement marks a strategic expansion for Barco’s portfolio, establishing the company as a fully integrated audiovisual solutions provider.
An Steegen, CEO of Barco, comments: “Today marks an important step in Barco’s ambition to shape the future of immersive audiovisual experiences. By welcoming VerVent and its iconic Focal and Naim brands into the Barco family, we accelerate our strategy to deliver fully integrated solutions where image and sound reinforce each other seamlessly. Building on our leadership in visualisation, we go all-in on Entertainment. The addition of high-fidelity audio strengthens the overall experience of our offering across high-end residential and broader consumer/home entertainment environments, as well as in professional markets. This combination expands our reach, deepens our technology capabilities, and positions us to capture new opportunities across the audiovisual value chain. We are excited to embark on this next chapter together.”
VerVent’s portfolio includes premium loudspeakers, immersive and active audio solutions, headphones, studio monitors and OEM systems for automotive and yachting, along with a growing custom installation and home theatre range. The company operates over 80 premium boutiques and thousands of retail points worldwide.
The premium audio market, covering audiophile consumer audio and high‑end home cinema, is valued at more than €3 billion, driven by demand for immersive sound, active systems and integrated AV solutions.
Barco’s acquisition of VerVent, valued at approximately €135 million and funded through existing resources, supports its move towards integrated audiovisual solutions for consumer and professional segments. VerVent reports annual revenues of around €110 million.
Following completion, VerVent will join Barco’s Entertainment division. Barco intends to maintain VerVent’s strategy focused on premium audio, product modernisation towards digital and connected technologies, portfolio refinement and expanded sales channels. Barco also maintains its long‑term EBITDA margin guidance of 15% by 2028.