Gaussin

The story of Gaussin begins in 1880, founded by Eugène Gaussin as a steel construction company. For generations, the family business evolved, eventually shifting its focus to heavy-duty transport and material handling. This laid the groundwork for a significant transformation more than a century later. In 1995, Christophe Gaussin, the great-great-grandson of the founder, took the helm. Facing challenges, he pivoted the company towards high-tech, innovative vehicles. A key moment in this new direction was the company's Initial Public Offering on the Euronext Growth market in 2010, which helped finance its international expansion. Under Christophe's leadership, Gaussin fully embraced clean energy, deciding in 2012 to focus exclusively on electric and hydrogen-powered solutions for its off-road vehicles. This strategic shift culminated in the development of a modular, ultra-light chassis, or "skateboard," designed for both battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks. This innovation attracted major partners and a significant order from Amazon in 2022. Despite its long history and technological advancements, the company has recently faced significant financial and operational difficulties, leading to a court-ordered safeguard procedure in early 2024 to ensure its continuity.