As the summer season is in full swing, JJGK Aero is thrilled to announce its partnership with two major events in the city: Les Nuits d’Istres and Les Jeudis Étoilés. For the fourth consecutive year, JJGK Aero is proud to support Les Nuits d’Istres. In the intimate setting of the Pavillon de Grignan, our team has the opportunity to attend captivating concerts by renowned artists such as Augusta, Franz Ferdinand, Styleto, Boulevard des Airs, Ayo, and Jérémy Frérot. In addition, since its launch in 2015, JJGK Aero is pleased to support Les Jeudis Étoilés for the first time. In a festive outdoor atmosphere, on the banks of the Étang de l’Olivier, young and old alike can enjoy six magical Thursdays. On the program: breathtaking sound and light shows with aquatic fireworks, all on the exciting theme of Man and his Great Explorations. These partnerships demonstrate our ongoing commitment to the local community and our desire to contribute to the cultural and festive richness of our city.

On May 24 and 25, the town of Istres will host one of the season’s must-see events: the AeroBD festival. Since its creation in 2015, the festival has established itself as an event that combines two exciting worlds: aeronautics and comic books. Located in the South – Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, France’s leading helicopter region, enthusiasts, families, collectors, young and old alike will be able to enjoy the activities planned for this 9th edition. JJGK Aero is proud to support this important event for the city of Istres and the world of aeronautics, which inspires passion, transmits strong values, and sparks curiosity.

This partner tournament gives each partner company the opportunity to form a team and compete in handball matches supervised by professional players. For our employees, it was an opportunity to enjoy a sporting and stimulating experience, while proudly representing JJGK Aero. Our team was made up of a variety of talents: Orlane Bernardet, assistant quality manager, Mélanie Peck, accounting manager, Charlotte Pelletier, communications manager, Iliana Brahmia, HR assistant, Guillaume Guichard, IT manager, Maxime Sellier, warehouse manager, and Florian Morata, BT painting agent. They were accompanied by three students from ESAME – École Supérieure de l’Alternance Méditerranée. During this friendly competition, our team faced off with determination against Toshiba Centre Est Méditerranée TCEM, Optic Duroc x Istres Provence Handball, and Daniel Môquet. A big thank you to Jean-Philippe Takaniua, a professional player since 2022, who brilliantly coached our team during these three matches refereed by Marin Langlais, Josep Folques, and Geoffroy Carabasse. We would also like to congratulate the entire Istres Provence Handball team, and in particular Lilian Di Salvo and Emma Counil, for organizing this warm and welcoming sporting event. This partner tournament remains a highlight of the year, strengthening ties between partners and celebrating team spirit and a passion for handball.

One month ago, 23 third-year nursing students from the IFPVPS in Draguignan and Saint-Raphaël set off on a humanitarian mission to Cambodia from March 15 to March 27. Accompanied by three doctors, three healthcare trainers, and two nurses from France, they were able to rely on medical student translators throughout their experience. Their days were filled with visits to clinics and the primary school in Kampong Kdei. Thanks to Touktouk drivers, every morning the team visited the four clinics to conduct consultations, provide treatment, and distribute basic necessities such as clothing, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and anti-lice shampoo. The afternoons were spent at the primary school, where they organized bracelet-making activities, games, and workshops on hand hygiene and oral hygiene. To end the trip on a high note, the last day was a fun-filled event for young and old alike, with a dance show and more than 500 crepes enjoyed by all. This humanitarian trip would not have been possible without the many initiatives organized by the students since the start of the school year in September (breakfast sales, themed parties, raffles, fundraisers, clothing sales, …) and without the support of companies such as Rotary Club, Var-Matin, Intermarché, Intersport, Banque Populaire, Région Sud – Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Pizzorno Environnement, Ville de Draguignan, Clim Var Froid and many others. JJGK Aero is proud to have participated in making this project a reality.

We are pleased to annouce the renewal of our partnership with the Goalkeepers’ Association for the second consecutive year ! Founded in 2007, the “Académie des Gardiens de But Sud Provence” is an association dedicated to traning goalkeepers through regular practice sessions and training camps. On three fields, the 124 members receive training during the whole year with specialized coaches. This beginning of the year was marked by the visit of Yann VAN MINDEN, the Goalkeepers’ Association president, who gifted us the jersey for the 2024-2025 season. We are excited to continue this journey and watch the goalkeepers grow and improve !

We are delighted to announce the renewal of our partnership with Istres Provence Volley for the second consecutive year ! On this occasion, Olivier Follea, president of the club, honored us with a visit to our premises and presented us with the iconic jersey for the 2024-2025 season. Club Istres Provence Volley (IPV) is an amateur volleyball club offering training sessions and courses for young and old. In 2024, the Club was awarded the silver Label Club Formateur for its commitment to developing young talent and their passion for volleyball. We are proud to support local talents and clubs that make our region shine.

Last Friday marked the 13th day of the Liqui Moly StarLigue, and we had the privilege of presenting the match between the Taureaux and Saint-Raphaël. It was an opportunity for us to highlight our activity and expertise during an intense and action-packed game, in which Istres once again demonstrated its fighting spirit and teamwork. We are proud to support a team that shares our values: determination, discipline and excellence. A huge congratulations to the players and the entire staff. Thanks to beIN Sports France and Istres Provence Handball for this opportunity and to all the fans for always be being there to cheer on the Taureaux !

Afterwork with Istres Provence Handball partners: an evening full of exchanges! ✨ On Wednesday evening, we had the pleasure of welcoming the professional team of Istres Provence Handball along with their partners, newcomers to the world of aeronautics. This friendly evening was an opportunity to introduce them to the technical expertise and passion the drive JJGK Aero every day. Our directors, Michel Augen and Alexis Tierny, shared their expertise, answered all questions with enthusiasm, and fueled the participants’ curiosity. A great way to strenghten the ties between sports, innovation, and aeronautics. 🚁🤝 Thank you all for your presence and interest! We are delighted with this collaboration and the exciting opportunities it opens up.

We are happy to announce our partnership renewal with Istres Provence Handball for the second year in a row ! Founded in the 70s, the Istres Handball Club now welcomes young and old alike. From amateur to professional level, the club has opened a training center and stands out for its commitment and development. Marked by the team presentation evening and a victory for the first match of the season against the team from US Ivry Handball, it’s a successful season’s kick-off for the bulls.

This week and as it has been for the past 2 years now, JJGK Aero was present at the Nuits d’Istres 2024. Initiated in the early 90s under the name Les Estivales d’Istres, it has now been 31 years since the festival has been bringing the city to life during the summer. It is at the Pavillon de Grignan, a site listed as a Historic Monument, where the magic happens between the artists and their audience. This year, Pierre de Maere, Zaho de Sagazan, Véronique Sanson and Claudio Capéo gave intimate concerts. For us, it is a way to show our support to the city of Istres as a partner and also to offer to our employees tickets for the festivities.