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Renault Group's Chairman Senard will not seek a new term at end of current term in spring 2027

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Posted on April 1, 2026

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PARIS, April 1 (Reuters) - French car maker Renault Group's Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard will not seek a new term at the end of his current term in spring 2027, a source close to the matter told

Renault Group Chairman Senard Will Not Seek New Term at End of Current Mandate in 2027

Jean-Dominique Senard’s Tenure and Future Plans

Announcement of Departure

PARIS, April 1 (Reuters) - French car maker Renault Group's Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard will not seek a new term at the end of his current term in spring 2027, a source close to the matter told Reuters on Wednesday.

Timeline for Leadership Transition

Senard, who is 73 years old, would remain at the helm until the 2027 annual general shareholders' meeting, which is generally held in April or May, the source said, confirming an earlier report from La Tribune news website.

Background on Jean-Dominique Senard

A former top executive at tire manufacturer Michelin, Senard was appointed as Renault chairman in 2019.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Gilles Guillaume, editing by Inti Landauro)

Key Takeaways

  • Senard, former Michelin CEO and Renault chairman since January 2019, has confirmed he will step down after the 2027 annual general meeting (renaultgroup.com)
  • He is aged 73 and will complete his current mandate, which runs until spring 2027 (typically April or May), at the annual shareholders’ meeting (lemonde.fr)
  • Senard’s leadership has bridged the post‑Ghosn transition at Renault, and his decision opens the way for a governance succession ahead of 2027 (en.wikipedia.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard step down?
Jean-Dominique Senard will step down at the end of his current term in spring 2027, around the time of the annual general shareholders' meeting.
Will Jean-Dominique Senard seek a new term as Renault Chairman?
No, Jean-Dominique Senard will not seek a new term after his current term ends in 2027.
How long has Jean-Dominique Senard been Chairman of Renault?
Jean-Dominique Senard has served as Renault Chairman since 2019.
What is Jean-Dominique Senard's background before Renault?
Prior to joining Renault, Jean-Dominique Senard was a top executive at Michelin.
When is Renault's annual general shareholders' meeting usually held?
Renault's annual general shareholders' meeting is generally held in April or May each year.

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