He took over the Renault Group in 2020 and the great master of the “Renaulution” which is now in full swing, Luca de Meo has just been awarded one of the most prestigious symbols of the French Republic: the Legion of Honor.

In this way, the leader received an award from the hands of the Minister of Economy and Finance, Bruno Le Maire. On this occasion, a ceremony was organized on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at the Technocenter in Guyancourt (78).

Renault on top again?

Like the symbol, this difference occurs when the manufacturer returns to growththree years after the arrival of Luca de Meo at the helm.

” As an Italian in France, receiving the Legion of Honor is a major sign of recognition and acceptance for me, which makes me feel even more at home. It is a great honor not only to recognize me, but also the tremendous work of all the Renault Group teams and the people who have supported me over the past 3 years.“, Luca de Meo clarified on social networks.

Coming back home”

Renault boss Jean-Dominique Senard was also present during the ceremony and Luca de Meo took the opportunity to congratulate him and his teams on all the work done over several years to get the diamond firm back afloat.

” Together, we were able to expand the Renault Group at a speed that no one expected. We found the right remedy, but it wouldn’t work if the roots weren’t deep in the fertile soil. Moreover, it is through reconnecting with our roots that we have found the strength to rebuild and return Renault to its rightful place as a leader and inventor of tomorrow’s automotive world. »

“I would like to thank Jean-Dominique Senard for coming for me and allowing me to return to France. It is a source of pride that we, together with him and all the teams, can contribute to the metamorphosis of a mythical company and the impact of French industry! “.

Luca de Meo already worked for Renault in the 90sbefore following a different path that notably took him to Toyota, Fiat, Audi, Seat before returning to the diamond firm.