Jacques Gounon
Non-Executive Chairman, Getlink · France
Jacques Gounon is the Non-Executive Chairman of Getlink. Gounon is based in France. Earlier roles include positions at Getlink. Gounon was born in 1953 in Créteil and educated at École polytechnique.
French business executive and engineer educated at École Polytechnique. Served as CEO of Getlink from 2007 to 2020, overseeing its return to profitability and infrastructure expansion. Has held leadership positions at Alstom, Cegelec Group, and other major firms.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Getlink's strategic initiatives to expand its role in cross-Channel rail services, including plans to operate its own train fleet and establish a low-cost passenger service to compete with Eurostar. Headlines also document the company's efforts to facilitate market access for new operators through the Channel Tunnel and its infrastructure investments, such as a proposed terminal in Folkestone.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- April 25, 1953 · Créteil
- Citizenship
- France
- Education
- École polytechnique
- Awards
- Commander of the National Order of Merit, Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Knight of the Legion of Honour, Officer of the Legion of Honour, Officer of the National Order of Merit
Our coverage
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Jacques Gounon: FAQ
- Who is Jacques Gounon?
- Jacques Gounon is the Non-Executive Chairman of Getlink, based in France.
- Where did Jacques Gounon work previously?
- Earlier roles include Getlink (CEO, until 2020).
- Where was Jacques Gounon educated?
- Jacques Gounon studied at École polytechnique.