GROUPE MODALIS BECOMES MODAL GROUP
MODAL Group is an independent industrial and service group dedicated to the sustainable transformation of freight transport.
Born from the evolution of Groupe Modalis, MODAL Group embodies a new strategic phase, driven by a change in scale, a strong international ambition, and deeper integration of the multimodal value
chain.
This new identity aims to clarify the Group’s positioning, strengthen its international visibility, and affirm its role as an integrated industrial platform serving the decarbonization of logistics.
This purpose guides all of MODAL Group’s long term strategic, industrial, and human decisions.
At a time when freight transport represents one of the main levers of the climate transition, MODAL Group is committed to accelerate the adoption of low-carbon, multimodal logistics solutions.
Relying on an integrated industrial ecosystem, the Group contributes to the development of solutions combining rail, river, sea, and road transport in order to sustainably reduce CO₂ emissions associated with freight movements.
MODAL Group supports the transformation of its partners’ supply chain, in Europe and internationally, with a focus on environmental, industrial, and economic performance.
MODAL Group drives forward the vision of multimodal logistics, capable of reconciling economic
performance, reducing carbon footprint, and securing freight flows, both in Europe and internationally.
MODAL Group’s values form the common foundation of all its entities. They guide the Group’s
strategic decisions, shape management practices, and structure relationships with all stakeholders.
Listening is at the heart of MODAL Group’s culture. It enables us to understand the challenges faced by our clients, partners, and employees, anticipate evolving needs, and build relevant and sustainable solutions.
Innovation is a key driver of the Group’s development. It is reflected in industrial and technological choices, organizational models, and partnership approaches, serving more efficient and more responsible multimodal logistics.
MODAL Group embraces a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Entrepreneurial boldness is reflected in the ability to initiate new projects, invest over the long term, and support the transformation of complex sectors in a constantly evolving environment.
Openness is a core value in an international and multicultural environment. It fosters cooperation, the sharing of expertise, and the development of long-term partnerships, both within the Group and with external partners.
Humility guides the way MODAL Group approaches its projects and relationships. It is reflected in a pragmatic mindset, continuous self-assessment, and a collective commitment to progress, with respect for expertise and local territories.
In a rapidly changing sector, agility is a key success factor. MODAL Group cultivates the ability to adapt, make swift decisions, and adjust its models to effectively respond to evolving markets and expectations.
Listening is at the heart of MODAL Group’s culture. It enables us to understand the challenges faced by our clients, partners, and employees, anticipate evolving needs, and build relevant and sustainable solutions.
Innovation is a key driver of the Group’s development. It is reflected in industrial and technological choices, organizational models, and partnership approaches, serving more efficient and more responsible multimodal logistics.
MODAL Group embraces a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Entrepreneurial boldness is reflected in the ability to initiate new projects, invest over the long term, and support the transformation of complex sectors in a constantly evolving environment.
Openness is a core value in an international and multicultural environment. It fosters cooperation, the sharing of expertise, and the development of long-term partnerships, both within the Group and with external partners.
Humility guides the way MODAL Group approaches its projects and relationships. It is reflected in a pragmatic mindset, continuous self-assessment, and a collective commitment to progress, with respect for expertise and local territories.
In a rapidly changing sector, agility is a key success factor. MODAL Group cultivates the ability to adapt, make swift decisions, and adjust its models to effectively respond to evolving markets and expectations.
MODAL Group is part of a profound transformation dynamic in freight transport. In response to climate, energy, and industrial challenges, the Group is deploying an integrated strategy aimed at accelerating the transition towards low-carbon, high-performance, and resilient multimodal logistics.
This strategy is built on a strong conviction: the sustainable decarbonization of freight transport cannot be achieved without an integrated industrial approach to flows, infrastructure, and energy systems.
MODAL Group has made the strategic choice to move beyond a fragmented approach of freight transport.
The Group structures its development around an integrated model covering the entire multimodal value chain.
This model enables the Group to:
Integration is therefore a central lever to create values, both industrial and environmental.
MODAL Group’s strategy relies on an ecosystem of complementary subsidiaries, each providing key expertise within the multimodal and energy value chain.
This ecosystem enables the Group to:
The ecosystem-based organization fosters industrial synergies, innovation, and operational agility.
MODAL Group relies on an ecosystem of complementary companies, each playing a key role in the multimodal and energy value chain. Together, they contribute to the implementation of the Group’s strategy.
MODAL Group is developing a virtuous ecosystem to decarbonize freight transport. To achieve this goal, the group is strengthening through external growth by integrating partner companies that are essential to this paradigm shift.
MODALIS, an intermodal equipment leasing company, integrates therail, inland waterway, or maritime links into its clients’ logistics chain by offering a wide portfolio of intermodal equipment for rental.
CCFC, an Italian industrial facility manufacturing swap bodies, containers and road-rail semi-trailers, serves as the catalyst for innovative projects within the MODAL Group (swap bodies, containers, modular concepts).
DELTA RAIL, MODAL Group’s multimodal operator, offers tailor-made logistics solutions by integrating rail and inland waterways to reduce its clients’ emissions.
ALTECH, with its engineers and technicians, supports you at every stage of your industrial logistics and decarbonization projects.
AIR FLOW is the key partner for the transport and distribution of hydrogen.
A rail freight operator supporting the decarbonization of freight transport. TRAIX will operate across much of the French National Rail Network, including border crossings into Germany, Italy, and the Benelux countries.
Design, financing, and operating of multiple multimodal combined transport terminals.
Specialist in the maintenance, inspection, and refurbishment of pressure equipment (cylinders, containers) for industrial and cryogenic gases.
MODAL Group pursues a selective external growth strategy aimed at strengthening its integrated model and enhancing its industrial, technological, and geographic expertise.
MODAL Group continues its development in Europe, North America, and Asia, building on strong local operations and a global vision of logistics flows.
Innovation is a structural pillar of the strategy. MODAL Group invests in innovative design of equipment, of logistics and energy solutions capable of meeting tomorrow’s environmental, regulatory, and industrial requirements.
Strengthening rail integration is a major strategic priority, enabling improved carbon performance, greater flow reliability, and enhanced competitiveness of multimodal solutions.
MODAL Group’s strategy aims to reconcile:
The Group is committed to developing concrete, operational, and economically viable solutions capable of sustainably supporting the transition of freight transport.
In the medium and long term, MODAL Group aims to:
MODAL Group pursues a selective external growth strategy aimed at strengthening its integrated model and enhancing its industrial, technological, and geographic expertise.
MODAL Group continues its development in Europe, North America, and Asia, building on strong local operations and a global vision of logistics flows.
Innovation is a structural pillar of the strategy. MODAL Group invests in innovative design of equipment, of logistics and energy solutions capable of meeting tomorrow’s environmental, regulatory, and industrial requirements.
Strengthening rail integration is a major strategic priority, enabling improved carbon performance, greater flow reliability, and enhanced competitiveness of multimodal solutions.
MODAL Group’s strategy aims to reconcile:
• industrial performance,
• financial discipline,
• measurable environmental impact.
The Group is committed to developing concrete, operational, and economically viable solutions capable of sustainably supporting the transition of freight transport.
In the medium and long term, MODAL Group aims to:
• strengthen its position as a leading player in modal shift,
• further integrate the value chain,
• expand its international footprint with partners along strategic corridors,
• actively contribute to structuring the logistics and energy value chains of the future.
MODAL Group is on a path of sustainable, structured, and controlled growth.
In the context of the profound transformation of freight transport, the Group has chosen to voluntarily strengthen its governance in order to secure its strategic decisions, investments, and international development.
This governance is built on:
To support its transformation and scaling-up, MODAL Group has established a Board of Directors bringing together individuals with complementary expertise from industry, finance, infrastructure, and the energy transition.
Bernard Meï
Chairman of MODAL Group – Founder
Founder of MODAL Group, Bernard Meï has supported intermodal transport and industrial stakeholders in transforming their supply chains for more than forty years.
Under his leadership, the Group has progressively evolved:
A visionary entrepreneur, Bernard Meï drives MODAL Group’s development with a focus on industrial performance, continuous innovation, and environmental responsibility, while preserving a corporate culture built on proximity, commitment, and a long-term perspective.
Founder of MODAL Group, Bernard Meï has supported intermodal transport and industrial stakeholders in transforming their supply chains for more than forty years.
Under his leadership, the Group has progressively evolved:
A visionary entrepreneur, Bernard Meï drives MODAL Group’s development with a focus on industrial performance, continuous innovation, and environmental responsibility, while preserving a corporate culture built on proximity, commitment, and a long-term perspective.
Sylvie Perrin
Partner at De Gaulle Fleurance law firm, Sylvie Perrin has more than 30 years of experience in asset and project financing, particularly in renewable energy and infrastructure, in France and internationally. In 2018, she founded La Plateforme Verte, an initiative dedicated to accelerating the energy transition. She holds a Master’s degree in Law from the University of Warwick.
Partner at De Gaulle Fleurance law firm, Sylvie Perrin has more than 30 years of experience in asset and project financing, particularly in renewable energy and infrastructure, in France and internationally. In 2018, she founded La Plateforme Verte, an initiative dedicated to accelerating the energy transition. She holds a Master’s degree in Law from the University of Warwick.
Daniel Chapiro
After a career in consulting at Andersen / Accenture and financial responsibilities at Redland Lafarge, Daniel Chapiro supported the strong growth of GL events (revenue €1.635 billion in 2024), a global player in the events industry. He is Chief Executive Officer of GL events Venues, a vast global network of event venues including convention centers, exhibition parks, arenas, and stadiums. A graduate engineer from INSA Lyon and holder of an MBA from EM Lyon Business School, he has solid experience in strategic, operational, and financial leadership.
After a career in consulting at Andersen / Accenture and financial responsibilities at Redland Lafarge, Daniel Chapiro supported the strong growth of GL events (revenue €1.635 billion in 2024), a global player in the events industry. He is Chief Executive Officer of GL events Venues, a vast global network of event venues including convention centers, exhibition parks, arenas, and stadiums. A graduate engineer from INSA Lyon and holder of an MBA from EM Lyon Business School, he has solid experience in strategic, operational, and financial leadership.
Pierre Fiat
Currently Chief Executive Officer of AIR FLOW, Pierre Fiat has more than 30 years of experience in multimodal hydrogen and cryogenic gas logistics. A specialist in hydrogen transport and storage, he has in-depth expertise in international cryogenic gas transport, gas thermodynamics, and advanced thermal super-insulation technologies. Before founding AIR FLOW in 2004, Pierre held commercial, logistics, and technical positions at Air Liquide, Groupe Dehon, and SAGA (now Air Products).
Currently Chief Executive Officer of AIR FLOW, Pierre Fiat has more than 30 years of experience in multimodal hydrogen and cryogenic gas logistics. A specialist in hydrogen transport and storage, he has in-depth expertise in international cryogenic gas transport, gas thermodynamics, and advanced thermal super-insulation technologies. Before founding AIR FLOW in 2004, Pierre held commercial, logistics, and technical positions at Air Liquide, Groupe Dehon, and SAGA (now Air Products).
Simon Hamilton
Founder and Managing Director of ChetWode, Simon Hamilton specializes in alternative financing applied to industry. With more than 20 years of experience, he supports complex industrial equipment financing transactions, often cross-border and involving significant accounting considerations.
Founder and Managing Director of ChetWode, Simon Hamilton specializes in alternative financing applied to industry. With more than 20 years of experience, he supports complex industrial equipment financing transactions, often cross-border and involving significant accounting considerations.
Bob Fast
Former Chief Executive Officer of TIP Trailer Services, a leading European group in the rental, leasing, maintenance, and management of transport equipment, which he joined in 2003. He is Chairman of TIP’s Board of Directors and has strong experience in corporate governance and international development. He holds a Master of Science in Management from Boston University and Vrije Universiteit Brussel.
Former Chief Executive Officer of TIP Trailer Services, a leading European group in the rental, leasing, maintenance, and management of transport equipment, which he joined in 2003. He is Chairman of TIP’s Board of Directors and has strong experience in corporate governance and international development. He holds a Master of Science in Management from Boston University and Vrije Universiteit Brussel.
The Executive Management of MODAL Group is responsible for implementing the strategy defined by the Board of Directors, overseeing the Group’s operational management, and coordinating its subsidiaries.
Nicolas Chambon
MODAL Group CEO for the past five years, Nicolas Chambon leads the implementation of the Group’s strategy and supports its scaling up towards an integrated industrial model dedicated to decarbonised multimodal logistics.
A certified public accountant, business school graduate, and holder of a Specialized Master’s degree in Finance, he spent sixteen years for EY in France and in Asia (South Korea, China), where he supported international groups in their development and structure challenges.
He is currently completing the Advanced Program for Economic Development (CHEDE – Cycle des Hautes Études pour le Développement Économique).
General Manager of MODAL Group since 2020, Nicolas Chambon leads the implementation of the Group’s strategy and supports its scaling up towards an integrated industrial model dedicated to decarbonised multimodal logistics.
A certified public accountant, business school graduate, and holder of a Specialized Master’s degree in Finance, he spent sixteen years for EY in France and in Asia (South Korea, China), where he supported international groups in their development and structure challenges.
He is currently completing the Advanced Program for Economic Development (CHEDE – Cycle des Hautes Études pour le Développement Économique).
MODAL Group is an independent industrial and service group committed to the sustainable transformation of freight transport. Through an integrated model and an ecosystem of complementary subsidiaries, the Group supports the transition toward low-carbon multimodal logistics in Europe and internationally.
A Growing Group
MODAL Group operates in:
Europe — North America —Asia
The Group supports industrial, logistics, and institutional clients along strategic international corridors, combining global reach with strong local execution.
Singapour - SG
Shanghai - CN
Châteauneuf-les-Martigues - FR
Aix-en-Provence & Gréasque - FR
Wokingham - GB
Houston - US
Bergame - IT
Anvers - BE
Barcelone - ES
San Roque - ES
MODAL Group, MODALIS, AIR FLOW, DELTA RAIL and TERMINAUX MULTIMODAUX
ALTECH
SOMAP
Dunkerque, Lorraine, Bourgogne, FR
Factory CCFC
MODALIS Italia
MODALIS SL
CRYOLOGISTICS Spain
MODALIS Intermodal UK Ltd
CRYO LOGISTICS Belgium
AIR FLOW America
AIR FLOW Asia
AIR FLOW (Shanghaï) Logistics
MODAL Group continues on a development path based on:
These indicators reflect MODAL Group’s ability to:
MODAL Group’s news reflects the Group’s structural developments, strategic directions, and key milestones in its growth in France and internationally.
This section shares corporate information, major announcements, and key highlights that illustrate the Group’s momentum, its commitment to decarbonized multimodal logistics, and the implementation of its long-term industrial strategy.
Joining MODAL Group means contributing to the sustainable transformation of freight transport. The Group is developing an industrial ecosystem dedicated to decarbonized multimodal logistics, at the heart of today’s climate, energy, and industrial challenges.
Beyond individual roles, MODAL Group offers a collective project built on commitment, innovation, and responsibility.
MODAL Group brings together teams with complementary expertise, operating across the entire multimodal transport and associated energy value chain.
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This diversity provides numerous career opportunities, in France and internationally, within industrial, technical, operational, and corporate environments.
The women and men of MODAL Group share strong values that guide management practices and day-to-day relationships:
These values form the common foundation of all Group entities.
Present in several countries across Europe, North America, and Asia, MODAL Group promotes mobility, cooperation, and the sharing of expertise among its entities.
Joining MODAL Group means becoming part of a multicultural, constantly evolving environment, where individual initiatives contribute to a collective dynamic.
Career opportunities within MODAL Group are offered through its various subsidiaries.
To explore available positions and join the MODAL Group ecosystem, please visit the Careers pages of the Group’s entities.
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