Blagnac, France, 13 January 2025, SOGECLAIR, a supplier of innovative solutions for more fuel-efficient and safer mobility, announces the appointment of François Merialdo as Vice President Special Vehicles & Robotics within SOGECLAIR EQUIPMENT.

 

François Merialdo holds an MBA from La Sorbonne, a Master's degree in management of functional and operational units, and is a graduate of the École d'État-Major and the École Militaire Interarmes. François Merialdo brings more than 25 years' experience in the defence sector, including almost 20 years in the French Army. 

 

During his military career, François Merialdo has taken on operational responsibilities in combat units and project management functions. In particular, he has played an active role in collaborative combat, operational readiness and command support tools for a major weapons program. More recently, as Head of a robotics and innovation engineering department at KNDS, he consolidated his expertise in advanced technologies and innovation, skills that are essential to support SOGECLAIR's development ambitions for the Special Vehicles & Robotics activity. 

 

François Merialdo's solid experience in the defence sector, combined with his expertise in technological innovation, will be a major asset in supporting the growth of our business. His strategic vision and ability to unite teams will  will be decisive elements in supporting our development and meeting our customers‘ expectations. Stéphanie MARTEL, Director of Human Resources at SOGECLAIR.

 

In his new role, François Merialdo will be responsible for steering the development and innovation of technological solutions in the field of special vehicles and robotics. Drawing on the expertise of his teams, he will work to implement ambitious projects to meet the growing needs of customers, while ensuring that solutions are delivered on time, to the highest quality and with the best performance. He will also be responsible for strengthening relations with strategic partners and promoting our offerings to major players in the sector.

 

I am honoured to be joining SOGECLAIR and excited by the prospect of contributing to the development of the Special Vehicles & Robotics business. Together, we will meet the challenges ahead to strengthen our position in strategic markets and innovate for the benefit of our customers, both in France and internationally. François Merialdo, Vice-President Special Vehicles & Robotics SOGECLAIR EQUIPMENT.

 

This appointment is part of SOGECLAIR's strategy to accelerate innovation and strengthen its expertise in the field of special vehicles and robotics in response to defence and security challenges.

 

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