Bolloré is a diversified French conglomerate active across transportation and logistics, energy storage and systems, and communications. The company operates through subsidiaries that offer freight forwarding, port operations, and supply chain management services, serving industries ranging from automotive and industrial to retail and healthcare. Its logistics arm, Bolloré Logistics, maintains a network of offices and logistics platforms in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, supporting import, export and customs services.
In energy storage, Bolloré has developed advanced lithium metal polymer (LMP) battery technology under its Blue Solutions division. These batteries are used in electric vehicles, stationary storage applications and micro‐grid projects. The group has also pioneered electric carsharing schemes in major European cities, deploying its Bluecar electric vehicles and charging infrastructure to promote sustainable urban mobility.
Within communications and media, Bolloré holds significant interests in advertising, public relations and content production. Its portfolio has included stakes in Havas, one of the world’s largest advertising and communications networks, as well as investments in television networks and digital platforms. The group leverages cross‐channel capabilities to deliver integrated marketing solutions for global and local brands.
Founded in 1822 as a paper manufacturer, Bolloré has evolved under successive generations of the Bolloré family into a global player with operations spanning more than 100 countries. Vincent Bolloré, the group’s chairman and largest shareholder, has led strategic expansion into emerging markets, particularly in Africa, where Bolloré governs or operates key port terminals and logistics corridors. With a history of industrial innovation and a broad geographic footprint, Bolloré continues to invest in infrastructure, technology and media to support its long‐term growth ambitions.
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