- The evolution in the shareholding structure marks a new stage in Transdev's history, ensuring the stability and long-term commitment of its two shareholders.
- It reaffirms their shared commitment to a sustainable growth strategy and management continuity at Transdev.
- It strengthens Transdev's development prospects in France and abroad.
After consulting the employee representative bodies and securing the necessary authorizations from relevant authorities, the RETHMANN Group now holds a 66% stake. Alongside it, the Caisse des Dépôts group, with a 34% stake, significant interests and an active role in the governance, confirms its position as a long-term partner.
Press release
Download the press releaseThrough this transaction, the two long-standing shareholders of the Transdev group reaffirm their commitment and confidence in the sustainable growth strategy initiated in 2019 and in the management team that is driving it forward. They confirm their alliance and their ability to provide financial and strategic support for Transdev’s development over the long term.
The strengthening of our position reflects the confidence we have in Transdev, its management and all its employees. Together with Caisse des Dépôts, we form a united, solid and long-term shareholder structure on which Transdev can rely to continue the development momentum initiated in 2019. We are all aligned on the same course for Transdev: to strengthen its position as the French champion of sustainable mobility worldwide, serving the attractiveness of regions and the quality of life of their inhabitants.
Ludger Rethmann, Board member of the family-owned RETHMANN Group and Chairman of the Board of RETHMANN France SAS.
The change in Transdev's shareholding structure reflects the confidence that we, together with RETHMANN, have in the Transdev Group and in the commitment of its management team and employees. As a shareholder since 1973, we remain an active partner, committed to supporting the ambition for responsible and sustainable development of this Group, which, thanks to its innovative solutions, works every day to transform our communities and make them more environmentally friendly.
Olivier Sichel, CEO of Caisse des Dépôts.
This new balance between our two long-standing shareholders, the RETHMANN Group and Caisse des Dépôts, is a tremendous opportunity for Transdev. It guarantees the continuity of our governance and ensures our long-term development in France and abroad. This is a key asset for our customers, who will be able to count on our long-term commitment and our ability to provide them with the most appropriate solutions, drawn from our experience and expertise.
Thierry Mallet, Chairman and CEO of Transdev.