Appointment of Robert Klein as Voltalia’s new CEO
December 02 2024 - 12:10PM
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Appointment of Robert Klein as Voltalia’s new CEO
Appointment of Robert Klein as Voltalia’s
new CEO
Voltalia (Euronext Paris, ISIN code:
FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energy,
announces the appointment of Robert Klein as CEO.
Since 2011, Voltalia has grown from an emerging
position to a leading player in the renewable energy sector.
Voltalia had 42 megawatts in operation and construction,
generating a negative EBITDA. Today, the company has
3,084 megawatts in operation and construction, and provides
services covering the development, construction, and Operation and
Maintenance of renewable power plants, with an EBITDA of
241 million euros in 2023.
This progress, faster than the market, has been
accompanied by an environmental and societal commitment that has
structured the strategy. In 2021, Voltalia affirmed this commitment
by adopting the status of a
Mission-driven company, inscribing in its statutes the desire to
"Improve the global environment, while fostering local
development."
The Board of Directors, which met on December 2,
at 6:30pm, praised Sébastien Clerc's work over the past thirteen
years and thanked him for his constant commitment and determination
to embody the company's values and
mission.
The Board of Directors approved, on the
recommendation of the Compensation Committee, the appointment of
Robert Klein as CEO, effective January 1, 2025. The Board expressed
its confidence in Robert Klein's ability to continue development,
strengthen profitability, and uphold Voltalia's ambitions and
values.
In 2006, Robert Klein launched Voltalia's
activities in Brazil, positioning the company as one of the major
players in renewable energy in the country. Currently responsible
for Latin America and North Africa, his experience and commitment
are great assets for leading the company.
Laurence Mulliez, Chair of the Board of
Directors, states: "On behalf of the entire Board, I warmly
thank Sébastien for all his contributions and commitment. It is now
Robert's turn to take over. He has the full support of the
Board."
Sébastien Clerc, CEO, adds: "I thank the
Board of Directors for the trust they have placed in me over the
years. I also thank the current and former teams for their
exceptional dedication to the company and its mission."
Robert Klein, future CEO, comments: "I am
honored by the mandate entrusted to me and I count on all the teams
with the support of the Board of Directors to, together, lead
Voltalia to new horizons."
Biography of Robert
Klein
Robert Klein joined the company in 2006 with the
challenge of launching the group's operations in Brazil. He
subsequently led Voltalia Brazil, being one of the main architects
of the company's growth, among the top ten players in the renewable
energy sector in the country. To date, Voltalia Brazil employs
approximately 400 employees and represents 52% of the company's
capacity in operation and under construction.
With 18 years of experience as the head of the
company in Brazil, Robert Klein is also a member of the Voltalia’s
Executive Committee. His expertise covers the entire renewable
energy value chain, and his international experience – acquired in
North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Persian Gulf – has led
him to his current positions. He actively contributes to Voltalia's
development by overseeing the group's activities in Latin America
and North Africa.
Born in France and holding degrees in
Mathematics from Aix-Marseille University and Engineering from
Centrale Marseille, Robert Klein also holds an MBA from IAE. He
began his career in the oil and gas sector, playing a key role in
the international development of a subsidiary of the Fives group,
where he prospected and secured contracts in regions such as the
Middle East and Asia.
In 2018, he joined the Board of Directors of
Leroy Merlin Brazil, a position he held until 2020.
Additionally, Robert Klein has been a member of the Board of
Directors of the France-Brazil Chamber of Commerce since 2017, a
Foreign Trade Advisor for France, and since 2023, a member of the
Board of Directors of ABIHV (Associação Brasileira da Indústria de
Hidrogênio Verde), an association in favor of the green hydrogen
sector in Brazil.
Next on the agenda: Turnover for the 4th
quarter of 2024, January 29, 2025 (after market
close)
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About Voltalia
(www.voltalia.com) |
Voltalia is an international player in renewable energies. The
Group produces and sells electricity from its wind, solar, hydro,
biomass and storage facilities. It has 3.1 GW of capacity in
operation and under construction, and a portfolio of projects under
development with a total capacity of 17.2 GW.
Voltalia is also a service provider, supporting its renewable
energy customers at every stage of their projects, from design to
operation and maintenance.
A pioneer in the business market, Voltalia offers a comprehensive
range of services to businesses, from the supply of green
electricity to energy efficiency services and the local production
of its own electricity.
With more than 2,000 employees in 20 countries on 3 continents,
Voltalia has the capacity to act globally on behalf of its
customers.
Voltalia is listed on the Euronext regulated market in Paris
(FR0011995588 - VLTSA) and is included in the Enternext Tech 40 and
CAC Mid&Small indices. The company is also included, amongst
others, in the MSCI ESG ratings and the Sustainalytics
ratings. |
Voltalia
Email: invest@voltalia.com
T. +33 (0)1 81 70 37 00 |
Press Relations Seitosei.Actifin - Jennifer Jullia
jennifer.jullia@seitosei-actifin.com
T. +33 (0)1 56 88 11 19 |
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