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- Derichebourg S.A. (DBG.PA) is a France-based global operator in environmental services, specializing in metal waste recycling, waste collection, sorting, treatment, and recovery of secondary raw materials; industrial and municipal waste management; and multiservices including cleaning, reception, energy management, property maintenance, temporary staffing, security, and aeronautical outsourcing services. The company operates through two primary divisions: Environment, focused on recycling ferrous and non-ferrous metals, end-of-life vehicles, batteries, waste electrical and electronic equipment (RAEE), and industrial waste disposal; and Multiservices (formerly Derichebourg Multiservices), providing outsourced business and public sector solutions. Derichebourg serves businesses, local authorities, and municipalities across 10 countries on three continents, with over 200 industrial sites in France and a strong presence in Europe including Spain, Poland, and international markets.
Founded in 1956 and headquartered at 119 Avenue du Général Michel Bizot in Paris, France, the company employs approximately 5,561 people in its core operations, with broader group figures exceeding 40,000 when including affiliates. In recent years, Derichebourg has undergone significant strategic shifts, including the 2022-2023 divestiture of Derichebourg Multiservices to Elior Group in exchange for a substantial equity stake in Elior, enhancing its financial position and refocusing on high-value environmental activities. Key recent developments include the April 2025 establishment of a battery recycling joint venture with LG Energy Solution to build a pre-processing facility in northern France, processing end-of-life EV batteries and scrap from LG's Polish operations to meet upcoming EU battery regulations and support circular economy initiatives.
The company reported strong first-half 2024-2025 results, with recurring EBITDA rising 14% to €162.1 million, driven by 17% growth in the Recycling segment and contributions from its Elior stake, alongside a net profit doubling to €64.0 million; it targets at least €350 million in recurring EBITDA for fiscal 2024/2025. Ongoing expansions feature new sorting lines for hot water tanks in Bonneuil-sur-Marne, France, and copper cable granulate in Madrid, Spain, plus studies for a state-of-the-art lead refinery and Phase 1 electric battery recycling tied to the LG partnership. In November 2025, Derichebourg Environnement participated in the Choose France summit, underscoring its commitment to industrial growth and sustainability.