ESET Expands Global Operations with New Offices in France, Netherlands, and India

ESET, Europe's largest cybersecurity vendor, has unveiled plans to establish dedicated regional offices across three strategic markets, reinforcing its commitment to direct engagement with customers and partners worldwide.

The company revealed the expansion at ESET World 2026 in New Delhi, announcing the launch of ESET France, ESET Netherlands, and ESET India. These new operations represent the company's 20th set of local offices globally, following the recent opening of ESET Norden in Denmark.

The French and Dutch operations will result from ESET's acquisition of two established partners. The company currently works with Cyber Defense Group in the Netherlands and ATHENA Global Services in France, both of which will transition into direct ESET subsidiaries. The acquisition process will preserve all existing employees and customer relationships. Meanwhile, the Indian expansion will operate through ESET Software India Pvt. Ltd., enabling expanded local management and support across the Asia-Pacific region.

Julien Jean, CEO of ATHENA Global Services, described the transition as a natural progression. "For more than 20 years, we've built this journey alongside ESET. This next step is a natural evolution of a trusted partnership and marks the beginning of a new chapter that we approach with both pride and confidence," he stated.

Dave Maasland, CEO of Cyber Defense Group, emphasized the significance of strengthening ties between ESET and the Netherlands market. "This is a proud moment for everyone involved. At a time when Europe faces growing digital challenges, there is also an enormous opportunity to help organizations become more resilient and reduce risk in smarter ways. Bringing ESET and the Netherlands even closer together strengthens both sides — combining European technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship with deep local relationships and expertise," he said.

The expansion targets regions with established reputations for cybersecurity innovation, robust regulatory frameworks, and substantial market demand. Miroslav Mikuš, ESET Chief Sales Officer, highlighted the strategic importance of these locations. "I am pleased that we will now have a larger presence in France, the second-largest market in the European Union, after Germany. Our company will also operate directly in the Dutch market, which is known as an early adopter of the latest technologies and often indicates purchase and usage behaviors of solutions in other countries," he noted.

For Asia-Pacific, the India expansion carries particular significance. "Likewise, by establishing stronger presence in India, our products and expertise will help reinforce top-flight security practices and resilience in a country whose IT workforce is a cornerstone of global digital capacity. Closer than ever, and together, I'm sure that we will make a noticeable difference," Mikuš added.

The company's direct presence in these markets has already yielded tangible results. Through its partnership with Cyber Defense Group, ESET has strengthened relationships with intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations, including Europol and the Netherlands Industry for Defense and Security Foundation, providing advisory and protective services.

Parvinder Walia, President of the Asia Pacific Region, outlined the vision for India's operations. "The establishment of ESET Software India Pvt. Ltd. marks a significant step in ESET's long-term commitment to India and the broader APAC region. With a stronger local presence, we are better positioned to empower our channel partners, expand into new customer segments, and deliver advanced capabilities including MDR and professional services. Importantly, this enables us to build solutions designed for the specific needs of the Indian market, helping organizations strengthen their cyber resilience with trusted ESET protection," he said.

Established in 1992, ESET has maintained its position as a dominant force in endpoint security. The company's enterprise portfolio encompasses specialized divisions, including ESET PRIVATE, which serves some of the world's largest corporations. ESET security solutions reach over 178 markets globally, protecting more than one billion users.

Beyond its commercial expansion, ESET remains engaged in emerging technology domains. The company participated in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to share expertise in artificial intelligence development. Additionally, ESET has committed €3 million to support the Horizon Europe AI project, demonstrating its investment in advanced security research and innovation.