Bolloré SE Overview
Pro stress-test →Bolloré is a French conglomerate headquartered in Puteaux, on the western outskirts of Paris. The company operates through Bolloré Logistics, Bolloré Energy, Communications, and Industry segments, offering freight forwarding, railroad, and port services as well as distribution of oil products. Founded in 1822, the company was originally specialized in the fine paper and plastic film industry.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The Bolloré Group is majority controlled by the Bolloré family, with a stable shareholder base enabling it to follow a long-term investment policy. The company operates across multiple sectors including plastic films and special papers, energy distribution, telecommunications, and media with 60% ownership of Havas and approximately 25% ownership of Vivendi. Bolloré is a key player in oil distribution and logistics in Europe and provides polypropylene films for capacitors and packaging.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Bolloré competes in oil distribution and trade (85.5% of sales) where it ranks No. 2 in France, alongside production of plastic films and batteries. The company faces competition in logistics from DHL, DB Schenker, and Kuehne+Nagel; in energy distribution from Carrefour and other fuel retailers; and in media from competitors in advertising and entertainment sectors.
Industry Context
Bolloré SE operates in Transportation & Logistics, Energy Distribution, Media & Communications, Industrial Manufacturing.
Key facts
Founded: 1822 · Headquarters: Puteaux, France