Jean-Charles Vollery has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of SYSTRA Group. Vollery, who has been a member of the Executive Board since 2019 and served as Chief Operating Officer, will now lead the company alongside Arnaud Jeudy, Chief Finance and Administration Officer. This leadership transition follows the acquisition of a 58% stake in SYSTRA by Latour Capital and Fimalac, in collaboration with long-standing shareholders SNCF Group and RATP Group. Vollery succeeds Pierre Verzat as CEO.
With a degree in Civil Engineering and a specialisation in bridges (HEI and CHEC), Vollery brings nearly three decades of experience in transport infrastructure. Over the years, he has overseen major international projects, including metros, conventional railways, high-speed railways, and motorways. His journey with SYSTRA began in 1996 in the Civil Engineering and Structural Works division, where he contributed to projects in South Korea and China. In 2007, he was appointed Managing Director of SYSTRA India, a tenure marked by his impactful contributions to India’s burgeoning infrastructure sector. His subsequent leadership roles included Senior Vice President for the Asia-Pacific region, Chief International & Development Officer, and Chief Operating Officer.
Commenting on his appointment, Jean-Charles Vollery, CEO of SYSTRA Group said, “I am deeply honoured to lead SYSTRA at such an exciting time in its journey. My focus remains on driving growth while prioritising client satisfaction and the well-being of our teams. Together, we aim to strengthen SYSTRA’s position as a global leader in sustainable mobility.”
SYSTRA’s presence in India has been instrumental in the country’s urban infrastructure transformation. The company was recently appointed as the Detailed Design Consultant for the Gurugram Metro expansion and Bhubaneswar Metro Phase 1. Additionally, in partnership with Mace, SYSTRA secured the consultancy contract for the redevelopment of Ahmedabad Railway Station, Recently, the company won the Project Management Consultancy Services (PMS) by the Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) for the Redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station, New Delhi, further cementing its role in India’s infrastructure development.
Hari Somalraju, CEO of SYSTRA India, shared his thoughts on Vollery’s appointment, stating, “Jean-Charles Vollery has been an inspiring leader and a strong supporter of SYSTRA India’s mission to transform urban transport. Under his leadership, we look forward to further contributing to India’s rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape and delivering world-class transport solutions. India’s vision is to support the group by delivering global projects from India. India’s core strategy also includes diversification, digitalization of construction management, implementation of sustainability measures, smart mobility and energy transition.”
With a global workforce of over 11,000 employees and a presence in 80 countries, SYSTRA continues to lead the charge in public transport and sustainable mobility. The company, which achieved a turnover of €1.1 billion in 2023, aims to accelerate its development strategy through innovation and strategic collaborations, ensuring seamless connectivity and sustainable urban development.
For over 65 years, SYSTRA has been at the forefront of engineering and consultancy in transport, committed to creating infrastructure that connects communities, enhances accessibility, and supports economic growth across the globe
