Taranis, the Perenco group's investment and asset management company, has announced the signing of an agreement on January 28, 2025 to buy the minority stake (35%) held by the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations of the Republic of Gabon in Rougier Afrique International[1].
This transaction, which is in line with the logic of shareholder continuity, remains subject to the necessary administrative and regulatory approvals. Rougier S.A., a benchmark player in responsible African timber, is delighted with this change in capital structure, which will enable it to pursue its commitments in terms of sustainable management.
Bringing together complementary expertise for a sustainable transition
This merger is based on the complementary expertise of the two partners in the Congo Basin:
- Rougier, with 100 years of expertise in wood, including 70 years in Gabon and 25 in Congo, is a recognized player in sustainable forest management. Committed to a certified responsible management approach, its operating subsidiary Rougier Afrique International reconciles economic activity with preservation of the biodiversity of natural ecosystems.
- Taranis, for its part, brings a dual expertise: on the one hand, technological know-how, thanks to its activities in the circular carbon economy (Carbon Ventures), sustainable access to energy in Africa (Energy for Africa) and carbon capture by natural ecosystems (Nature-Based Solutions); and on the other, the technical and industrial capabilities of Perenco, a major player in the sustainable development of hydrocarbons in the region.
An alliance to reconcile economic, environmental and social performance
By joining forces, Rougier and Taranis share a common ambition: to strengthen the environmental and energy resilience of their activities, while improving their carbon footprint in the Congo Basin. This partnership aims to develop innovative solutions for optimizing the management of natural and energy resources, while fully integrating the imperatives of environmental transition, economic development and social impact.
The two companies jointly state: “ This strategic partnership combines Taranis' expertise in the development of reliable and sustainable energy sources with Rougier's know-how in responsible forest management. Together, we aim to strengthen the country's carbon footprint through innovative carbon capture solutions, while preserving the ecosystems of the Congo Basin and supporting local communities. This collaboration is part of our shared commitment to a local and sustainable energy transition, and contributes to sustainable and inclusive growth in the region .”
[1] 65%-owned subsidiary of Rougier S.A., fully consolidated.
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About Taranis
Taranis is an investment and asset management company belonging to the Perenco Group. Taranis operates through separate investment funds: Taranis Energy for Africa invests in projects and companies aimed at improving access to energy for people in Africa, in particular through the development of reliable renewable energies. Taranis Carbon Ventures is the venture capital arm dedicated to investments in technology start-ups accelerating the development of carbon circularity. Taranis Nature-Based Solution encompasses investments in carbon sequestration projects from natural ecosystems across Perenco's geographies, to preserve and enhance the absorption of carbon by natural ecosystems.
About Rougier
Founded in 1923, ROUGIER is a leader in responsible African timber. Present in Central Africa (Gabon and the Republic of Congo), it operates in the management of 100% responsible natural forests certified by independent international labels, in industrial transformation and in international trade.
Isin : FR0000037640 - ALRGR
ROUGIER shares are PEA-PME eligible.
Contacts presse
Taranis : Celicourt Communications : taranis@celicourt.uk | Tél. : +44 (0)20 7770 6424
Rougier : Cyril Combe : rougier@calyptus.net | Tél. : +33 (0)1 53 65 68 68
