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THE ASSYSTEM GROUP’S CSR STRATEGY
Energy transition
Assystem is participating in research and development projects to find
new energy sources that are safer, cleaner, potentially unlimited and
better for the environment.
In 2005, the Group joined the International Thermonuclear Experimental
Reactor (ITER) project by signing a nuclear safety engineering contract
with the signatories of the European Fusion Development Agreement
(EFDA), previously known as Fusion for Energy - F4E. ITER will be the
world’s largest experimental fusion reactor. It is being built with a view
to demonstrating the scientific and technological feasibility of fusion
as a source of energy based on the same principle that powers the
sun and stars.
Work began on the ITER platform at Cadarache in southern France
in 2010, with 35 nations collaborating to build the world’s largest
tokamak, a magnetic fusion device.
Energy efficiency
The design and construction of energy efficient buildings, networks
and transport systems is of critical importance in the battle against
global warming. Through its expertise in automation, critical controls
and safety and security systems, as well as in specific applications that
make infrastructure more intelligent, Assystem helps clients to develop
smart networks, buildings and transport systems.
The low carbon city would be unachievable without a green public
transport system complying with the highest sustainable development
standards. The Proxemys consortium led by Assystem and also
comprising Louis Berger and Antea Group won an 8-year contract in
2016 to assist Société du Grand Paris in managing projects covering
all current and future lines (including 68 stations and five maintenance
sites) making up the Grand Paris Express low carbon metro system for
inhabitants of the Greater Paris area.
Proxemys is providing essential support to the project’s Environmental
Engineering Department in meeting the following seven objectives:
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avoid, reduce or offset environmental impacts;
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systematically promote energy-efficient options;
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seamlessly incorporate network structures in their natural and
architectural environment and surrounding landscape;
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pro-actively address natural risks;
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promote soft mobility solutions;
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deploy eco-responsible site management practices;
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develop a circular overburden management economy.
Digital revolution
Artificial intelligence and digital technologies are changing the way
we work. Assystem is supporting the digital revolution by developing
applications that simplify and optimise transactions, and by using digital
design systems such as ALM and BIM.
It is a recognised provider of energy transition management solutions,
with a proven track record in managing projects and designing safety
and security systems and control systems. In early 2016, the Group
won the contract to provide turnkey systems integration services for the
Building Technical Management (BTM) system of the new Paris High
Court (TGI) building, which has set new standards in terms of energy
efficiency in high-rise buildings.
The BTM will manage the heating, air conditioning and lighting systems
and operation of the window blinds, providing a modular solution that
will keep pace with changes in the building’s use. Programmable control
units are combined with lighting and blind extension modules fitted with
sensors that allow the lighting and blinds to be adjusted in each room
based on comfort parameters and whether or not the room is occupied.
GPS division
The Global Product Solutions (GPS) division specialises in
providing outsourced R&D services to manufacturers operating
mainly in the Aerospace and Automotive sectors. It is involved
in the entire product life cycle, from functional analysis to
commissioning, including design, industrialisation and supply
chain management.
For more information about the GPS division, see Chapter 1 of
this Registration Document.
Energy transition
In recent years, Assystem has been working closely with a major
aircraft manufacturer to reduce commercial aircraft engine operating
costs. Leveraging its expertise in propulsion systems, the Group is able
to propose technical adjustments and new maintenance procedures
that help to reduce the engines’ energy use and, consequently, their
environmental footprint. This “win-win” initiative has created maximum
value for both Assystem and its client.
Recently, a project has been undertaken for a German manufacturer to
raise productivity and improve the efficiency of its plants. Drawing on
more than 20 years’ experience in the industry and a sound knowledge
of the technologies used by the Factory of the Future, Assystem set up
a predictive maintenance system that reduces energy and machine
maintenance needs at these plants. The expertise acquired in connected
objects and data analysis was critical to this project’s success.
Digital revolution
Continuous innovation in man-machine interfaces enhances and
facilitates the operation of industrial machinery. For example, thanks
to their improved displays and keyboards, tablets can now be used for
dedicated quality control applications.
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