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Bolloré Group, also known as Groupe Bolloré, is a French multinational corporation with a diversified portfolio spanning transport and logistics, media and communications, and energy storage. The group operates through a range of subsidiaries and investment holdings, including Bolloré Logistics, Bolloré Africa Logistics, and the battery maker Saft, which was sold to TotalEnergies in 2016. The group has historically been a major shareholder in the media company Vivendi, contributing to its governance and strategic direction.

History: The Bolloré business traces its origins to a 19th-century family trading enterprise and gradually expanded into shipping, logistics, manufacturing, media, and energy storage. Under the leadership of Vincent Bolloré, the group pursued growth through acquisitions, geographic expansion, and diversification, with a notable footprint in Africa through Bolloré Africa Logistics and related port and logistics operations.

Today: Bolloré remains controlled by the Bolloré family and is chaired by Vincent Bolloré. The group maintains a global footprint in logistics, transport, and related services, and continues to oversee investments in Vivendi and other holdings. In addition to its logistics operations, the group has historically sought synergy across its diversified businesses, while divesting certain units such as Saft to focus on core activities.