Sopra Steria Group through the years: from its origins to 2026

Sopra Steria was created from two long-running European technology-services businesses: Sopra, founded in 1968, and Steria, founded in 1969.

How Sopra Steria Group developed

The companies combined in 2014, creating a larger European group with capabilities spanning consulting, systems integration, software and managed digital services. Subsequent acquisitions deepened its presence in specialist sectors and European markets.

Sopra Steria Group in 2026

By 2026, Sopra Steria served public- and private-sector organisations with consulting, digital transformation, software and technology services across multiple countries.

Why the history matters

Its history reflects the consolidation of Europe’s IT-services industry as customers moved from mainframe-era outsourcing toward cloud, data, cybersecurity and application-modernisation programmes.

This profile was checked against company disclosures, regulatory filings and reputable independent or industry sources where applicable. Information reflects public material available on 18 September 2026.