Worldline announces the sudden passing of its President, Bernard Bourigeaud, at the age of 79, on December 14, 2023.
The company stated:
“All the board members wished to pay a tribute to Bernard Bourigeaud’s career as a pioneer in the payments industry and his unwavering commitment to the Group’s success, to the respect of its governance, and the implementation of its strategic vision since the merger with Ingenico. On behalf of the Company and all its employees, the Board of Worldline extends its deepest condolences to his wife and family”.
In accordance with the succession planning, the nominations Committee recommended that the interim presidency of Worldline’s board be assumed by Georges Pauget, the lead independent director, until the nomination of a new President following a search process that will be initiated according to the governance of the Company with a view to the annual general assembly. This proposal received the unanimous support from all the board members.
