# 30 leading multinational companies in Lyon

Tamtam tracks 283 multinational companies headquartered in Lyon. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Team for the Planet, XPO Logistics Europe and GL events. Their median headcount is 1,877. Half of them were founded in 1990 or later.

This selection of multinational companies in Lyon includes a mix of established firms and younger entities across various sectors. Notable examples include Team for the Planet, which creates and funds open-source companies for greenhouse gas reduction, XPO Logistics Europe, offering comprehensive logistics solutions, and GL events, involved in designing and hosting events globally. Other prominent companies are Grand Frais, a specialized fresh food retailer, and Cegid, a European leader in cloud management solutions.

The companies listed demonstrate a diverse economic landscape in Lyon, with a strong presence in services, technology, and logistics. Many of these firms, such as GL events (founded 1978) and Sicame Group (founded 1955), have a long history, while others like Team for the Planet (founded 2019) and STS (founded 2010) represent newer ventures.

🇫🇷 Lyon · 30 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Team for the Planet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/team-for-the-planet) (team-planet.com)<br>Create and fund open-source companies targeting greenhouse gas reduction, recruit experienced entrepreneurs, and enable global climate action through investments. | Climate Technology Product Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 19,051 | 2019 |
| 2 | [XPO Logistics Europe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/xpo-logistics-europe) (xpo.com)<br>Offers end-to-end logistics solutions, including full-truckload, less-than-truckload, pallet distribution, last-mile delivery, global freight forwarding, and warehousing services across Europe. | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 7,478 | 2011 |
| 3 | [GL events](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gl-events) (gl-events.com)<br>Designs, produces, and hosts corporate, cultural, sporting, political, and inter-governmental events globally, operating through three complementary divisions worldwide. | Events Services | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 6,716 | 1978 |
| 4 | [Grand Frais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grand-frais) (grandfrais.com)<br>Specialized fresh food retailer with 338 stores, bringing together five food professionals under one roof: greengrocer, cheesemonger, butcher, fishmonger, and global grocer. | Retail | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 5,191 |  |
| 5 | [Cegid](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cegid) (cegid.com)<br>European leader cloud management solutions finance, HR, accounting, retail, and entrepreneurs. Offers tailored solutions for digital business transformation worldwide. | Software Development | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 4,896 |  |
| 6 | [Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/handicap-international-humanity-and-inclusion) (hi.org)<br>An international organization specialized in disability assistance, supporting individuals to become self-reliant in various contexts and emergencies worldwide | Non-profit Organizations | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 4,345 | 1982 |
| 7 | [In Extenso](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/in-extenso) (inextenso.fr)<br>French accounting leader with broad services for businesses. Offers accounting, administrative, legal, tax, social, M&A, tourism, wealth, innovation, and legal advice. | Accounting | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 3,533 | 1991 |
| 8 | [Université Lumière Lyon 2](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universite-lumiere-lyon-2) (univ-lyon2.fr)<br>Large French public university offering diverse programs from bachelor to doctorate, focusing on research, international partnerships, and societal engagement. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 3,390 | 1973 |
| 9 | [APRIL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/april-lyon) (april.com)<br>Designs, manages, and distributes insurance solutions across 22 countries, focusing on loan, health, personal protection, and property and casualty insurance. | Insurance | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 2,571 |  |
| 10 | [INTERPOL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/interpol) (interpol.int)<br>Provides technical and operational support to law enforcement worldwide, facilitating cross-border investigations and communication among member countries. | Law Enforcement | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 2,289 | 1923 |
| 11 | [emlyon business school](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emlyon-business-school) (em-lyon.com)<br>World-renowned business school offering higher education and continued education programs with a focus on skill hybridization, social responsibility, and impactful alumni worldwide | Education Administration Programs | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 2,101 |  |
| 12 | [Gerflor](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gerflor) (gerflor.com)<br>Production and distribution of design-driven, innovative, environmentally-friendly flooring, wallcovering, and finishes across international healthcare, housing, education, sport, transport, retail, and industrial markets. | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 2,037 | 1937 |
| 13 | [Sicame Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sicame-group) (sicame-group.com)<br>World leader in production, sales of accessories and services for electrical energy transmission and distribution, safety equipment, and industrial applications. | Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,999 | 1955 |
| 14 | [STS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sts-lyon) (sts-certified.com)<br>Technical advisory and conformity assessment services for solar and storage components, including manufacturing audits and inspections for global renewable energy project developers. | Renewables & Environment | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,900 | 2010 |
| 15 | [EKIUM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ekium) (ekium.eu)<br>Specializing in industrial and building engineering, automation, and partner to various industries, we offer opportunities in national and international offices | Engineering Services | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,877 | 1990 |
| 16 | [DESCOURS & CABAUD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/descours-and-cabaud) (descours-cabaud.com)<br>Leading distributor supporting building, public works, industry, and public or private tertiary sectors with professional supplies across France and Europe. | Wholesale | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,861 | 1782 |
| 17 | [CLASQUIN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/clasquin) (clasquin.com)<br>Multinational freight forwarding and overseas logistics provider managing tailor-made transport solutions through an integrated network of offices for end-to-end supply chain coordination. | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,700 | 1864 |
| 18 | [Profil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/profil) (profil.fr)<br>Specializes in premium hospitality staffing for company receptions, events, and venues, leveraging 25 years of expertise and global support. | Staffing and Recruiting | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,652 | 1990 |
| 19 | [CTC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ctc-lyon) (ctcgroupe.com)<br>CTC offers cross-disciplinary solutions for the leather, footwear, and textile industries, focusing on ethical practices, cost savings, waste reduction, and performance improvement worldwide | International Trade and Development | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,622 | 1899 |
| 20 | [NEMERA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nemera) (nemera.net)<br>Designs, develops, and manufactures drug delivery devices for ophthalmic, nasal, inhalation, dermal, and parenteral routes, prioritizing patient needs and treatment efficacy. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,616 | 2015 |
| 21 | [Relyens en France](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/relyens-en-france) (relyens.eu)<br>Manages and prevents risks for healthcare and territorial actors in Europe, combining steering, prevention solutions, and insurance to secure their activities. | Insurance | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,167 | 1927 |
| 22 | [Domino RH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/domino-rh) (domino-rh.com)<br>Established in 1999, this group offers temporary assignments, recruitment, training, HR consulting, and management services with a national network across France and expanding internationally | Human Resources Services | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,144 | 1999 |
| 23 | [Point S](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/point-s) (points.fr)<br>Network of independent centers specializing in tire sales and car maintenance services, operating nationally and internationally with numerous points of sale. | Vehicle Repair and Maintenance | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 1,063 | 1971 |
| 24 | [Université catholique de Lyon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universite-catholique-de-lyon) (ucly.fr)<br>Higher education institution offering multiple faculties, advanced schools, and research centers focused on various academic disciplines and studies. | Education Administration Programs | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 936 | 1875 |
| 25 | [Euronews](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/euronews) (euronews.com)<br>An international news media providing European perspective news in 17 languages on TV and digital platforms to over 400 million homes worldwide | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 840 | 1993 |
| 26 | [Digital Virgo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/digital-virgo) (digitalvirgo.com)<br>Connecting telecom operators, content creators, and brands, allowing people worldwide to access and pay for products/services via alternative payments and optimizing digital marketing. | Financial Services | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 830 | 2008 |
| 27 | [Agicap](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agicap) (agicap.com)<br>Platform integrating banking and ERP connectivity for cash management, liquidity planning, accounts receivable and payable, serving businesses globally. | Software Development | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 806 | 2016 |
| 28 | [Eurofins Biomnis](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eurofins-biomnis) (eurofins-biomnis.com)<br>A European leader in specialized medical pathology, providing over 2,500 tests including specialized, authorized analyses with a focus on innovation and international development | Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 803 | 1897 |
| 29 | [Susu](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/susu) (susu.fr)<br>Providing affordable and accessible healthcare solutions for Africans through care bundles, insurance services, and remote subscription options for the diaspora | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 740 | 2019 |
| 30 | [Agicap](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agicap-lyon) (agicap.com)<br>Elevating cash flow management strategies for businesses to optimize financial operations and achieve greater success | Software Development | 🇫🇷 Lyon | 685 | 2016 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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