Sale of Groupe Philibert to Groupe Saphine
Lyon (France), September 24, 2025
Philibert Group, which is celebrating its century of existence this year, is a leading national player in transportation and travel organization:
- Transport Division: A key mobility provider in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering regular and occasional transportation services for passengers toward schools, urban areas, workplaces, and leisure destinations.
- Tourism Division: Sales and organization of travels in France and around the world (custom tours, package holidays, cruises, etc.) for both corporate and individual clients.
Founded in 1925 by Adolphe Philibert and later managed by Léo and then by Marc Philibert, its current CEO, Philibert Group currently employs nearly 600 people and operates a fleet of 460 vehicles that cover over 16 million kilometers annually.
The Group is mainly established in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, with around twenty sites ensuring proximity to its clients (local authorities, transport companies, cruise operators, businesses, and individuals).
The sales to Saphine Group reflects the acquiror’s ambition to strengthen its presence in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region by relying on a strong regional brand and a deep-rooted family identity. It aims to continue developing the Philibert Group, “with a particular focus on environmental and CSR initiatives,” according to its CEO Jean-Sébastien Barrault.
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