Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

Thales and HII demonstrate successful integration of SAMDIS 600 sonar with REMUS 620 UUV

(IN BRIEF) Thales and HII have successfully completed field trials integrating the Thales SAMDIS 600 sonar with the HII REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle at HII’s Pocasset facility in Massachusetts. The joint effort demonstrated advanced mine detection, classification, and seabed … Read the full press release

Capgemini recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape for IT and engineering services in software-defined vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini has been positioned as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide IT and Engineering Services for Software Defined Vehicles 2025, recognizing its expertise in delivering end-to-end services for the software-defined mobility sector. IDC praised Capgemini’s dedicated SDV … Read the full press release

Enea and Custocy deliver AI-powered NDR to secure 25,000 assets for the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council

(IN BRIEF) Enea has partnered with French cybersecurity company Custocy to provide advanced network visibility and threat detection technology for the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council, protecting 25,000 assets across 1,500 subnets. This large-scale deployment, the first of its kind in France … Read the full press release

ASML invests €1.3 billion in Mistral AI and launches long-term collaboration to advance semiconductor and AI innovation

(IN BRIEF) ASML Holding NV and Mistral AI have entered into a strategic long-term partnership aimed at integrating AI into ASML’s lithography systems and operations to deliver faster innovation and greater performance for customers. Alongside the collaboration, ASML will lead … Read the full press release

Alstom opens Glasgow’s Polmadie Depot to the public for the first time in 25 years to celebrate 150 years of rail heritage

(IN BRIEF) Alstom is celebrating the 150th anniversary of its Glasgow Traincare Centre, known as Polmadie Depot, with a public open day on 12 October—the first in 25 years. The event will feature historic and modern rolling stock displays, including … Read the full press release

Alstom secures €538m contract with Greater Wellington to deliver New Zealand’s first battery-electric commuter trains

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has secured a €538 million (NZD $1,065 million) contract with the Greater Wellington Regional Council to supply 18 battery-electric multiple unit trains and provide 35 years of maintenance services as part of New Zealand’s Lower North Island … Read the full press release

flatexDEGIRO brings low-cost crypto trading to France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Austria as rollout expands

(IN BRIEF) flatexDEGIRO has expanded its crypto trading services to France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Austria, extending access to more than two million customers across Europe. Building on its launch in Germany in December 2024 and recognition as “Best Crypto … Read the full press release

EDF and EIB complete €1 billion financing to modernize Enedis’ grid and integrate renewable energy in France

(IN BRIEF) EDF and the European Investment Bank have finalized the second €500 million tranche of a €1 billion financing package that will fund Enedis’ efforts to strengthen the French electricity grid and expand renewable energy connections. The investment will … Read the full press release

Thales completes critical testing milestones for Mission and Combat Systems on Royal Navy’s Type 31 frigates

(IN BRIEF) Thales has completed Factory Acceptance Tests for both the Mission System and the Combat System on the Royal Navy’s new Type 31 Inspiration-class frigates, representing major milestones in the programme. The Combat Management System, TACTICOS, developed by Thales … Read the full press release

CAWL names Jean-Luc Thérond as new CEO to drive growth in secure and innovative payment solutions

(IN BRIEF) CAWL has appointed Jean-Luc Thérond as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2025, replacing Meriem Echcherfi, who has become CEO of the Fédération Nationale du Crédit Agricole. Thérond, a member of the Crédit Agricole S.A. Management … Read the full press release

Egis and ICOSH consortium secure contract extension to advance Sizewell C nuclear power project

(IN BRIEF) Egis and its consortium partners Amentum, SETEC Nucléaire, and Tractebel have been awarded a contract extension to support the development of Sizewell C, the UK’s next-generation nuclear power station. The ICOSH consortium will deliver the civil design for … Read the full press release

Capgemini moves closer to $3.3 billion WNS acquisition following shareholder approval

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini confirmed that WNS shareholders approved its proposed $3.3 billion acquisition during meetings held on August 29, 2025. The deal, first announced in July, values WNS shares at 76.50 USD each and will enable Capgemini to build a … Read the full press release

Lagardère strengthens Investor Relations leadership with appointment of Nathalie Pellet as Deputy Director

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère SA has appointed Nathalie Pellet as Deputy Director of Investor Relations within its Treasury, Financing and Investor Relations Department, effective 1 September 2025. She will also oversee Louis Hachette Group’s financial communications. Pellet, a graduate of ESSEC … Read the full press release

Atos Group strengthens leadership team with four senior appointments to drive “Genesis” transformation plan

(IN BRIEF) Atos Group has expanded its executive team with four senior appointments to support its “Genesis” transformation plan and drive profitable growth. Florin Rotar becomes EVP and Group CTO, focusing on AI and technology strategy; Laurent Soulier joins as … Read the full press release

Alstom honours Ken Davies’ 50-year railway career with locomotive naming and farewell celebration

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has celebrated the retirement of Movements Manager Ken Davies, who steps down after more than 50 years in the railway industry. Beginning as a signaller’s messenger in 1975, Ken rose through operational and management roles, joining Alstom … Read the full press release

Indosuez Wealth Management completes full acquisition of Banque Thaler to strengthen Swiss market presence

(IN BRIEF) Indosuez Wealth Management has finalized the acquisition of Banque Thaler, securing 100% ownership and strengthening its footprint in the Swiss market. The transaction, announced in April 2025 and approved by regulators, aligns with Indosuez’s long-term growth strategy and … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies awarded Nzombo exploration permit in Congo with QatarEnergy and SNPC as partners

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies, together with QatarEnergy and SNPC, has secured the Nzombo exploration permit in the Republic of the Congo, covering 1,000 square kilometers offshore Pointe-Noire. TotalEnergies will operate the permit with a 50% stake, alongside QatarEnergy (35%) and SNPC … Read the full press release

RWE commissions five new renewable projects in France delivering 83 MW of clean energy for 40,000 households

(IN BRIEF) RWE has strengthened its renewable energy portfolio in France by commissioning four new wind farms and one solar plant with a combined capacity of 83 MW. Located across Hauts-de-France, Normandy, and Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the projects can supply enough green … Read the full press release

VINCI appoints Ludovic Demierre as Vice-President of Human Resources and Executive Committee member

(IN BRIEF) VINCI has appointed Ludovic Demierre as Vice-President, Human Resources, and member of its Executive Committee, succeeding Jocelyne Vassoille. Demierre, a graduate of ENTPE, has been with VINCI since 1995 and has held several senior HR leadership roles, most … Read the full press release

GLP-1 therapies for heart failure deliver dual benefits with lower hospitalizations and billions in CO₂ savings

(IN BRIEF) Research presented at ESC Congress 2025 has shown that GLP-1 receptor agonists, used to treat patients with heart failure and preserved ejection fraction, not only reduce hospitalizations and improve outcomes but also cut the environmental footprint of healthcare. … Read the full press release