Trade Publication *Au Cœur du CHR* — Water Section · Feature Article (7-minute read) In a special report on the rise of microfiltered water in the foodservice industry, *Au Cœur du CHR* analyzes a market that has been growing rapidly since 2016, driven by environmental concerns and changing consumer expectations. The trade publication…
Joint Op-Ed in La Croix — “Debates” Section · March 22, 2021 · Op-ed signed by 23 prominent figures from the water and environmental sectors Published in La Croix on World Water Day, this joint op-ed brings together 23 signatories—elected officials, scientists, NGOs, and companies—to call for the conservation of water…
In an interview published by Le Figaro Entrepreneur, Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, advocates for a vision of capitalism that he describes as “coherent and humane.” Through his own journey and the development of Castalie, he illustrates how a company can balance economic performance, environmental innovation, and a positive impact on society. Founded in 2011,…
As a guest on *Le Figaro*’s *Talk Décideurs*, Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, discusses his company’s founding mission: to bring about a lasting transformation in water consumption at businesses, hotels, and restaurants in order to reduce dependence on single-use plastic bottles. Since 2011, Castalie microfiltered water solutions installed directly…
National Press: La Croix — Business & Economy Section · June 7, 2020 · Article by Jean-Claude Bourbon In an analysis focusing on the diversification of the SEB Group, La Croix examines the new ventures of the world leader in small household appliances: electric bicycles and water dispensers. Among these investments is the launch of SEB Alliance…
Challenges National Press — Business Section · June 5, 2020 · Article by Delphine Dechaux In Challenges, Delphine Dechaux details the €13.5 million funding round secured by Castalie, a French specialist in microfiltered water dispensers. Used by 700 chefs and hoteliers as well as major companies, the SME plans to accelerate its…
Good Morning Business TV Show (BFM Business) · June 4, 2020 · Interview conducted by Christophe Jakubyszyn As a guest on Good Morning Business on BFM Business, Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, details the objectives of the company’s 13.5 million euro funding round. The interview focuses on the technological aspects of the project: fountains…
Business Wire Press Release — Issued by Groupe SEB · June 3, 2020 · Groupe SEB Communications Groupe SEB announces, via an official press release distributed by Business Wire, that its investment vehicle, SEB Alliance, has acquired a stake in Castalie, a specialist in microfiltered water dispensers. The transaction is part of a fundraising effort…
Business newspaper Les Échos — Industry-Services / Consumer Goods-Retail section · June 4, 2020 · Article from Les Échos Les Échos reports on Castalie second funding round, in which the company raised 13.5 million euros in the midst of the health crisis. The business daily highlights the strength of the business model: a company that has been profitable since 2019, a founder…
Business newspaper Les Échos — Start-up / Profiles section · January 14, 2020 · Article by Camille Wong Les Échos profiles Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, who has turned the microfiltration of tap water into a campaign against plastic bottles and a profitable business model. The daily newspaper traces the…
National Press: Le Parisien — Hauts-de-Seine (92) section · January 13, 2020 · Article by Estelle Dautry Le Parisien reports on the visit by Élisabeth Borne and Brune Poirson—Minister and Secretary of State for Ecological and Solidarity Transition, respectively—to Castalie offices Castalie Issy-les-Moulineaux. This was an opportunity for the founder, Thibault Lamarque, to highlight the growth of…
As a guest on Éric de Riedmatten’s show *L’Hebdo de l’Éco*, Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, sheds light on an issue that is increasingly at the forefront of public debate and within organizations: Should we continue to prioritize bottled mineral water, or should we rethink our consumption habits and turn to tap water? At…
In an op-ed published by Le Journal du Dimanche (JDD), Thibault Lamarque, founder of Castalie, takes a stand on the urgent need to drastically reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles. He warns of the scale of an environmental crisis that has become systemic, linked to the daily consumption of bottled water in businesses, hotels, restaurants, and…
Op-Ed in Le Parisien-Aujourd’hui en France — Politics Section · June 23, 2019 · Op-ed by Thibault Lamarque, President of Castalie an op-ed published by Le Parisien-Aujourd’hui en France, Thibault Lamarque, president and founder of Castalie, sounds the alarm about plastic pollution and the limitations of recycling. In it, he denounces the “…
"La France des entrepreneurs" (Business) · June 22, 2019 · Panel discussion with Thibault Lamarque (Castalie) and Pierre Pelouzet, business mediator As a guest on "La France des entrepreneurs" alongside Pierre Pelouzet, a business mediator, Thibault Lamarque presents Castalie its microfiltered water fountain model. The show highlights the company’s rapid growth…
Branded Content: Le Parisien / Aujourd’hui en France — presented by Bpifrance (advertorial) · March 27, 2018 · Written by Bpifrance In a piece provided by Bpifrance and published by Le Parisien / Aujourd’hui en France, the public investment bank highlights Castalie, a microfiltered water startup that it has supported financially. The article discusses…
Institutional Content: Bon pour le climat (association) — Annual Conferences section · August 29, 2016 · Written by Bon pour le climat The Bon pour le climat association reports on its conference, “Toward Low-Carbon Gastronomy: Plant-Based, Local, and Seasonal,” held at the Hôtel de l’Industrie in Paris. Among the partners of…
Le Delas Blog (Rungis wholesaler, event partner) · June 20, 2016 · Le Delas Editorial Team The blog of Le Delas, the event’s catering partner, recounts Castalie fifth anniversary, celebrated on June 13, 2016, at a reception attended by some 250 guests in honor of its founder, Thibault Lamarque. The article looks back on…
National Media: TF1 Info (formerly Metronews, a Bpifrance partner) — Business Section · May 25, 2016 · TF1 Info Editorial Team In its series “Innovative Companies,” TF1 Info (then Metronews) featured Castalie a Bpifrance event attended by thousands of entrepreneurs. The media outlet looks back at the startup’s origins and…
Trade publication Next Finance — Private Markets section · March 2016 · Next Finance Editorial Team Next Finance announces that Castalie, a specialist in microfiltered water for businesses, has raised 2.7 million euros. The funding round brings together the investment firm Extendam alongside LER, Comptoir de l’innovation, and Bpifrance. Less than…
National Press: Capital — "Your Career" section · November 10, 2015 · Article by Christophe David In a profile published by Capital, journalist Christophe David examines Thibault Lamarque’s venture: promoting microfiltered tap water as a sustainable alternative to bottled water. The article sheds light on Castalie early days and its first major clients…