That is a much darker outcome than the one hanging over the company earlier in March, when administrators were still looking for buyers. French trade media report that no credible takeover offer emerged in time, despite an urgent search process that had been running through March.
The decision closes the door on any immediate group-wide rescue. France Routes says the ruling covers Ziegler France and Satra with no continuation of business, while dismissals are expected to follow quickly across the network.
The figures underline how serious the collapse had become. According to L’Officiel des Transporteurs, Ziegler France posted an operating loss of €6.9 million in 2025 on turnover of €445 million. CGT figures show that the company…