François Jacq is the CEO of CNES. Jacq is based in France. Jacq was born in 1965 in Harfleur and educated at École polytechnique and Mines ParisTech.
French engineer and administrator (born 1965) who is a graduate of École Polytechnique and Mines ParisTech with a PhD. Previously served as Administrator General of CEA (2018-2025) and held leadership roles at Météo-France, Ifremer, and ANDRA across research, energy, and environmental sectors.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on François Jacq's leadership of CNES, including his appointment as chairman and CEO and his subsequent reappointment for a new term. The headlines document CNES initiatives under Jacq's direction, including the development of a high-thrust rocket engine with a 2028 hot-fire test target, international cooperation agreements such as a lunar seismometer network arrangement with JAXA, and France's strategic space partnership with Senegal aimed at fostering innovation and development.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- October 28, 1965 · Harfleur
- Citizenship
- France
- Education
- École polytechnique, Mines ParisTech, School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences
- Awards
- Officer of the Legion of Honour, Officer of the National Order of Merit
Our coverage
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François Jacq: FAQ
- Who is François Jacq?
- François Jacq is the Chairman and CEO of CNES, based in France.
- What company does François Jacq lead?
- François Jacq is CEO of CNES.
- Where was François Jacq educated?
- François Jacq studied at École polytechnique, Mines ParisTech, School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences.