XLG is changing course: a new vision driven by strong leadership

XLG is changing course: a new vision driven by strong leadership

The Walloon-based XLG Group is entering a new phase of its development. After several years of transformation, the company—which specializes in industrial maintenance and business services—now has a clear goal: to double in size within five years.‍

Behind this strategic shift, one key figure stands out: Gatien Laloux, who has had a profound impact on the group’s recent history.

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Gatien Laloux: A Leader at the Heart of XLG’s Development

During his many years at the helm of XLG, Gatien Laloux played a key role in the group’s development and restructuring.

Under his leadership, XLG has grown:

• a group of independent entities
• a structured, organized, and cohesive group

He helped transform the company into an organization capable of offering a comprehensive and integrated approach to businesses, by bringing together various complementary business units under a single vision.

His work has laid a solid foundation that is essential for supporting the group’s current growth and preparing for its future development.

A transition designed to ensure continuity

Today, Gatien Laloux is stepping down as CEO to become executive chairman of the board of directors.

This transition does not mark a break with the past, but rather a strategic continuation. It is part of a commitment to usher in a new phase of development, while building on the expertise we have acquired over the years.

As part of this transition, Adnan Uzun, who has been with XLG for over 20 years, is taking on the role of CEO. His in-depth knowledge of the group, the field, and operational challenges makes him a key figure in bringing the ambitions of this new phase to fruition.

An ambitious goal: to double revenue

Today, XLG generates approximately €150 million in revenue, with a clear goal: to reach €300 million within five years.

To achieve this, the group is relying on an external growth strategy based on a "buy and build" approach, building on a track record that has proven successful in recent years.

A strategy for accelerated growth

XLG plans to significantly increase its acquisitions in the coming years, including:

• a department dedicated to mergers and acquisitions
• several cases already in progress

This strategy will strengthen the group’s market position, expand its expertise, and accelerate its growth in rapidly evolving sectors.

Geographic expansion

Although XLG currently conducts most of its business in Wallonia, the group is now aiming to:

• anexpansion into Flanders
• anexpansion in France

The goal is to establish a local presence around major industrial clients and then gradually expand in these regions, building on strong partnerships.

A strengthened organization to support growth

As part of its growth, XLG has also restructured its organization to improve transparency and efficiency, organizing itself around three complementary areas of expertise:

Technics - Industrial & Technical Maintenance

Soft Facility - Infrastructure Services

Hard Facility - Building Renovation & Maintenance

This clear organizational structure enables us to better support clients in key sectors such as agri-food, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, while strengthening the group’s overall performance.

Above all, a team effort

If XLG is entering a new phase of growth today, it is above all thanks to a collective effort.

This development also provides an opportunity tothank all our employees, who contribute every day to the group’s success, transformation, and ambition.

A new chapter… built on a solid foundation

Today, XLG looks to the future with confidence and ambition.

A momentum built on the solid foundation laid by Xavier and Gatien Laloux, driven by Adnan Uzun’s energy, and made possible by the dedication of all its teams.

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