Patrice Caine
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Thales Group · France
Patrice Caine is the CEO of Thales Group (THLEF). Caine is based in France. Caine was born in 1970 in 15th arrondissement of Paris and educated at École polytechnique and Mines ParisTech.
Graduate of École Polytechnique and École des Mines de Paris who began his career in 1992 at pharmaceutical firm Fournier before serving in banking and the French administration. Joined Thales in 2002 and was appointed Chairman and CEO in December 2014.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Patrice Caine has focused on Thales Group's positioning in a strengthening defense market, with particular emphasis on European defense spending growth and the company's strategic initiatives in emerging technologies. Headlines document Caine's advocacy for keeping defense investment within Europe, as well as the company's collaborative efforts in space ventures and quantum-powered sensor development. The coverage also reflects broader organizational activity at Thales, including senior leadership appointments and shareholder approvals during the period.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- January 7, 1970 · 15th arrondissement of Paris
- Citizenship
- France
- Education
- École polytechnique, Mines ParisTech, Saint-Jean de Passy
- Awards
- Knight of the Legion of Honour, Knight of the National Order of Merit, National Defence Medal
Our coverage
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Patrice Caine: FAQ
- Who is Patrice Caine?
- Patrice Caine is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Thales Group, based in France.
- What company does Patrice Caine lead?
- Patrice Caine is CEO of Thales Group.
- Where was Patrice Caine educated?
- Patrice Caine studied at École polytechnique, Mines ParisTech, Saint-Jean de Passy.