Paris – 09.06.2026: Sébastien Martin, Minister of Industry, emphasized in an interview with Franceinfo on June 9, 2026, the urgency of reindustrializing France. He stated that the return to industrial activities is not only a promise but a necessity. Martin, who has been in office since October 12, 2025, highlighted the importance of a strong industrial base for the national economy and job creation.
In recent years, the French government has launched several initiatives to promote reindustrialization. An example is the selection of 183 new “Territories of Industry” in November 2023, which aim for sustainable industrial revitalization by 2027. These programs seek to strengthen the country’s industrial sovereignty and increase competitiveness.
Another significant project is Safran’s establishment, a leading aerospace company, in Saint-Vulbas in May 2026. With an investment of 450 million euros on a 20-hectare site, a new factory for carbon brakes is being built, which is expected to be operational by 2030. This endeavor is seen as a symbol of the successful reindustrialization of France.
Martin emphasized France’s competitiveness, particularly through low-carbon electricity, qualified labor, and a well-developed transportation network. These factors make the country attractive for industrial investments. He stressed that such projects are not commonplace in France and are therefore especially noteworthy.
Reindustrialization is a central concern of the French government to secure economic independence and create jobs. Through targeted investments and support for companies, the country’s industrial base is to be strengthened and competitiveness increased.
Sébastien Martin, born on November 24, 1977, in Vichy, has been Minister of Industry since October 12, 2025. Previously, from May to November 2025, he was deputy for the 5th constituency of Saône-et-Loire and president of Grand Chalon. He graduated from the Institut d’Études Politiques in Grenoble and holds a DESS in political and social communication from the University of Paris I.
The French government continues to rely on reindustrialization to strengthen industrial sovereignty and increase the country’s competitiveness. Through targeted investments and company support, jobs are to be created and economic independence ensured.
For more information on France’s reindustrialization and current projects, visit the official website of the Ministry of Economy and Finance.
Sources
- economie.gouv.fr
- leprogres.fr