Verkor evolves its leadership to support its large-scale industrial production phase

As Verkor enters a new phase of large-scale industrial production, marked by the commissioning of the second production line at its Dunkirk Gigafactory and the delivery of the first batteries produced entirely on-site, the company is evolving its leadership. Laurent Debrue, currently Deputy Managing Director and COO, will become President and CEO of Verkor effective 1 September. Alongside this evolution, Benoit Lemaignan, cofounder and CEO since 2020, will join the Supervisory Board as Vice-Chairman.

Laurent Debrue will take overall responsibility for the company and lead Verkor through this new phase of large-scale industrial production. Having overseen the company’s industrialisation, the start of the ramp-up of the Dunkirk Gigafactory and the preparation for commercial production, he will steer Verkor’s strategy and be responsible for its overall performance.

As Vice-Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Benoit Lemaignan will continue to contribute to Verkor’s long-term development by supporting strategic partnerships, major financing initiatives and engagement with key stakeholders. He will remain actively involved in supporting the company’s strategic direction and vision.

Since its creation in 2020, Verkor has secured more than €3 billion in financing, established a strong industrial footprint in Grenoble and Dunkirk, and is now entering its phase of large-scale industrial production. This leadership evolution is designed to support the company’s next phase of execution and growth.

“This evolution reflects Verkor’s natural progression from development to industrial execution. Laurent has played a key role in this journey, and I am convinced that he is the right person to lead the company as we scale production. In my new role as Vice-Chairman of the Supervisory Board, I will continue to support Verkor’s long-term development.” said Benoit Lemaignan, Vice-Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Verkor.

“I would like to thank Benoit for his vision and leadership in building Verkor from an ambitious project into a company now preparing for large-scale battery production. Together with our teams, he has laid the foundations that make this next chapter possible. Our responsibility now is clear: execute with discipline, deliver on our commitments and demonstrate Verkor’s ability to perform at scale.” said Laurent Debrue, President and CEO of Verkor.

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