Alstom Welcomes Martin Sion as Chief Executive Officer, Succeeding Henri Poupart-Lafarge
On 1 April 2026, Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, welcomed Martin Sion as Chief Executive Officer. Martin Sion succeeds Henri Poupart-Lafarge, who, after a decade at the helm, has decided not to seek a further term as CEO.
A Decade of Transformational Leadership
Under Henri Poupart-Lafarge’s leadership since 2016, Alstom achieved a strong leadership position in the global rail industry, marked by significant growth, a broadened product portfolio, and a reputation for strong partnerships worldwide. Henri’s tenure saw the company’s revenues rise from around €6 billion to €18.5 billion, with profitability among the highest in the industry. The successful integration of Bombardier Transportation gave Alstom the power, the scale, and the competitiveness required to be one of the world leaders in rail transportation. The Board of Directors expresses its deep gratitude for Henri’s many achievements and unwavering dedication, which have positioned Alstom well to seize the opportunities of a rapidly evolving transport market worldwide.
Welcoming Martin Sion
Philippe Petitcolin, Chairman of Alstom’s Board of Directors, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Martin Sion as our new CEO. Martin brings a wealth of experience in industrial leadership, most recently as CEO of ArianeGroup. We are confident that Martin will further reinforce Alstom’s execution capabilities and lead the company forward to realise the ambitions set. I would like to thank Henri Poupart-Lafarge for his long-term vision and commitment to making Alstom the leader it is today.”
Martin Sion said: “I am extremely honoured to join Alstom and look forward to working with the talented teams to advance the decarbonisation of transport and deliver innovative mobility solutions worldwide. I thank Henri for his leadership and for laying solid foundations, including building a capable leadership team that will enable Alstom’s continued success.”
