Soitec Appoints Laurent Rémont as CEO Effective April 2026
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 21h ago
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Source: Globenewswire
- Leadership Change: Soitec's Board of Directors has appointed Laurent Rémont, currently Senior Vice President at Infineon, as the new CEO effective April 1, 2026, aiming to drive further development in the semiconductor market.
- Rich Industry Experience: With over 15 years in the semiconductor sector, Rémont has held various management roles at STMicroelectronics, bringing extensive technical and market knowledge that will effectively advance the company's strategic priorities.
- Clear Strategic Goals: The new CEO will focus on key technology areas such as artificial intelligence, aiming to enhance the value of Soitec's product and technology portfolio to seize growth opportunities in the semiconductor market and further solidify the company's market position.
- Transition Plan: Rémont will join Soitec as a special advisor on March 16, 2026, ensuring a smooth transition, and his appointment as a director will be subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting in July 2026.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
