For the boss of Stellantis, “the anchoring in France is not in question”

Yesterday, Emannuel Macron received John Elkann, the one who took over the Stellantis group at short notice since the hasty departure of Carlos Tavares. The purpose of this interview was in one word: to reassure.

As for most actors who are experiencing a major crisis with the consequence of site closures and numerous layoffsStellantis also faces many difficulties.

The year 2024 results in a drop in production of around 20% and the former boss indicated last October “ that he could not guarantee employment » and that there would be “ unpopular measures to take ».

For the one who succeeds him, the speech is otherwise positive. According to the Elysée, it “ confirms to the Head of State the commitment of the automobile group in France, with a view to new projects in France “. Mr. Elkann also “ underlined its desire to continue to support the factories where the group is established “. Furthermore, the gigafactory project in Billy-Bercleau in Pas de Calais seems to have been finalized thanks to obtaining financing.

As for Mr. Macron, he reminded the group’s boss “ the importance of Stellantis for France, in a context where the automotive industry is facing significant transformations ».

For his part, Jean-Philippe Imparato, the boss of the Europe division of Stellantis, also did the same in Italy and is presenting today the group’s strategy in the country.