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Global services company Sodexo celebrates 60th anniversary

10th Mar 2026 - 06:00
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Global services company Sodexo celebrates 60th anniversary
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Founded on 9th March 1966, in Marseille by Pierre Bellon, Sodexo is celebrating 60 years of a ‘visionary model’ that has over the decades led it to become one of the global leaders in food and services.

Sodexo now supports companies, healthcare and educational institutions, public organisations, as well as iconic venues and events, delivering services that improve consumers’ daily lives at every moment: work, heal, learn, and play.

Today present in 43 countries and employing nearly 430,000 people, Sodexo continues to grow around a constant ambition: being a trusted long-term partner for its clients, addressing their strategic priorities -attracting and retaining talents, supporting development and operational performance, while integrating ever - more sustainable solutions.

Thierry Delaporte, chief executive of Sodexo, said: “For 60 years, Pierre Bellon’s legacy has guided our actions: to be useful to our clients and consumers by addressing their real needs and critical challenges.

“In a world undergoing profound transformation, this commitment drives us to design ever more effective, responsible, and value-creating solutions. This is how Sodexo continues to support its clients with pragmatism, commitment, and a strong sense of service.”

Written by
Edward Waddell