Veolia North America names new CEO

Core Insights - Veolia North America has appointed Nadège Petit as its new CEO effective December 1, aiming to enhance the company's growth strategy in North America [2][6] - Petit brings extensive experience in international business development and innovation, previously serving as Chief Innovation Officer at Schneider Electric [3][7] - Veolia North America targets a 50% growth in the region, primarily through facility investments and acquisitions, including $350 million in deals announced earlier this year [4][5] Company Strategy - The recent acquisitions include two Massachusetts-based companies, New England Disposal Technologies and New England MedWaste, as well as Ingenium in California, which specializes in waste management services [5] - Veolia has also invested in PFAS treatment, opening a $35 million plant in Delaware, with plans to develop over 100 PFAS treatment sites in the U.S. as part of its BeyondPFAS initiative [5] Leadership Changes - Nadège Petit’s appointment follows a period of leadership transitions in Veolia's North American sector, with Sébastien Daziano serving as interim CEO prior to her arrival [6] - The outgoing CEO, Frédéric Van Heems, was asked to step down after serving since 2021, although the reasons for this change were not specified [6]