Francois Derda

Vallourec provides benchmark tubular solutions for the energy sector and for some of the most demanding industrial applications. Its offer ranges from oil and gas wells in extreme conditions to high-performance mechanical equipment, as well as solutions for hydrogen, CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage), geothermal and solar energy markets. Specialized in the most complex applications, we rely on 4 main R&D centers worldwide and 380 researchers to maintain our technological leadership and meet our customers’ requirements. Our expertise across the entire steel production chain from start to finish guarantees the quality of our products. The Group offers a wide range of tubes for petrochemical installations (refineries), for mechanical engineering applications (hydraulic cylinders, machine tools), for the automotive industry, for construction (stadiums, other complex buildings and structures) and for various other industrial sectors. We pursue a local development strategy in order to offer solutions close to our customers. Vallourec’s Code of Ethics, deployed throughout the company, reflects our commitment to conduct relationships with its stakeholders, customers and employees in a spirit of mutual respect. We follow an approach of sustainable development in our activities by offering solutions that allow a responsible use of resources, and by improving its own energy efficiency.