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French Government Replaces EDF CEO Luc Rémont with Bernard Fontana

Fontana, known for his industrial expertise and nuclear energy background, is expected to focus on accelerating EDF's nuclear program pending parliamentary approval.

Bernard Fontana, ce polytechnicien proposé à la tête d'EDF
Luc Rémont, patron d'EDF, limogé par l'Élysée avant la fin de son mandat
Luc Rémont, lors d’une visite à la centrale de Penly, en décembre 2022
Bernard Fontana, directeur général de Framatome, répondait aux questions du Figaro au siège de sa société, le 14 mars 2025.

Overview

  • Luc Rémont's tenure as CEO of EDF was ended early by the French government due to tensions over electricity pricing and industrial strategy.
  • Bernard Fontana, the current CEO of Framatome, has been proposed to succeed Rémont as EDF's next CEO, with parliamentary approval required for his appointment.
  • Fontana brings extensive experience in nuclear energy and industrial management, having successfully restructured and improved Framatome's performance since 2015.
  • The leadership change reflects the government's priority to accelerate EDF's nuclear program and address challenges in modernizing infrastructure and managing costs.
  • EDF, fully state-owned, continues to face significant political and industrial pressures as it plays a critical role in France's energy independence and decarbonization goals.