Sabena technics Group, a prominent European provider of civil and government aeronautical services, has appointed Hervé Grandjean as CEO of the Group, effective January 1, 2025. Grandjean will succeed Philippe Rochet, who has successfully led the Group since 2019.
The leadership transition takes place during a period of significant growth for Sabena technics, largely driven by investment from funds such as Sagard, Towerbrook and BPI France. Over his 18 years with the Group, Rochet has played a pivotal role in expanding and strengthening Sabena technics, doubling its business volume and securing an international presence in both the civil and defence markets.
Grandjean brings a wealth of operational and strategic expertise to further Sabena technics’ development and reinforce its position as a leading aeronautical services provider. Grandjean began his career in 2007 in the French Navy as an armament engineer responsible for the maintenance of combat ships in Brest. He later held various senior positions within the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) before being appointed industrial advisor to the French Minister of Defence in 2017. In 2021, he became the Ministry’s spokesperson.
After joining EDF in 2022 as Director of Operations and Strategy for France’s new nuclear programme, Grandjean came to Sabena technics in January 2024 as Chief Commercial Officer. His extensive experience in defence and strategy is expected to drive Sabena technics’ ongoing growth and solidify its market leadership.
