MICHELIN Connected Fleet, a leading player in fleet management solutions, has announced the appointment of Sophie Foucque as its new CEO for Europe, Africa, and Australia. With extensive expertise in data, technology, and mobility, Foucque is set to drive the company’s growth across key sectors, including passenger transport and heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
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Foucque’s leadership comes at a time of rapid transformation in fleet management, where innovative solutions are key to improving efficiency, sustainability, and safety. She highlighted MICHELIN Connected Fleet’s unique position within the mobility ecosystem:
"I am truly honoured to lead the MICHELIN Connected Fleet organisation in Europe, Africa, and Australia. Mobility is an ecosystem, and I firmly believe that MICHELIN Connected Fleet provides something unique within it. With our cutting-edge algorithms, built on over 100 years of expertise in vehicle and tyre dynamics, and a deep understanding of driver behaviour analysis, we are transforming data into valuable insights that support fleet managers in an unparalleled manner."
MICHELIN Connected Fleet offers a diverse range of solutions designed to empower fleet managers, including:
Backed by a skilled team of consultants and installation experts, the company aims to address fleet management challenges while enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.
Foucque’s appointment builds on her 15-year career within the Michelin Group, where she has held pivotal roles in artificial intelligence, business innovation, and leadership. Most recently, she served as Vice-President for M&A Strategy and Innovation within Michelin’s Services & Solutions division.
Her previous achievements include heading Michelin’s Mobility Intelligence Business Venture as Group Managing Director, where she led efforts in data-driven mobility solutions. Foucque holds an MBA from the SMU Cox School of Business in Dallas and an International Trade & Marketing degree from NEOMA Business School in France.
Foucque will be based in London and will report directly to Michel Vincentelli, Director of Connected Solutions Business Line at Michelin. She succeeds Gilson Santiago, who has retired after serving as Global CEO of MICHELIN Connected Fleet.
