- François Nicot appointed director of Sub-Saharan Africa division, effective December 1, 2025.
- Nicot has over 30 years of experience in international energy and construction projects.
- He will focus on growth and diversification in Angola, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Gabon, and Congo-Brazzaville.
- Sub-Saharan Africa's energy sector is evolving with renewable energy and new O&M models.
Appointment Announcement
François Nicot has been appointed as the director of the Sub-Saharan Africa division at SPIE Global Services Energy, effective December 1, 2025. He will report to Christophe Bernhart, Managing Director, and join the management committee.
Professional Background
Nicot is a graduate of the National Institute of Applied Sciences of Strasbourg (INSA) and brings over 30 years of experience in managing complex international projects in the energy and construction sectors. His career began in 1989 with the Saipem group, where he held operational management roles for over 15 years. He later worked at Friedlander Ortec, SNEF group, and SPAC, before becoming a Project Manager at Bouygues Construction in 2005.
Role and Responsibilities
With extensive knowledge of the African continent and expertise in managing complex projects, Nicot will focus on developing SPIE Global Services Energy's activities in Sub-Saharan Africa, covering countries like Angola, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Gabon, and Congo-Brazzaville. The division employs around 1,200 people.
Industry Context
The Sub-Saharan Africa region is experiencing growth driven by renewable energy advancements, the emergence of high-growth countries, and changes in the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) model in the oil and gas market. Nicot aims to enhance service levels to meet evolving O&M needs, emphasizing operational performance and low-carbon transition.
