Tragic Loss: Claude Guillemot, Co-Founder of Ubisoft, Passes Away in Plane Incident
The incident occurred on an airstrip close to the western coast of France on June 19.
Claude Guillemot, one of the five brothers who established Ubisoft in 1986, has passed away, as confirmed by the company. According to initial reports, Guillemot, age 69, was among the two casualties of a Cessna 421 plane crash that took place in the afternoon of June 19. Local firefighters indicated that the incident occurred in a field near La Baule airport on the western coast of France. Emergency crews noted that the aircraft was ablaze upon their arrival, with flames spreading to the surrounding area.
In a statement, Ubisoft expressed profound sadness at the news of Claude Guillemot’s death, describing him as a co-founder of the group and chairman of Guillemot Corp., emphasizing that their thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this challenging time. Ubisoft mentioned that no further comments would be provided at this stage.
Claude Guillemot, alongside his brothers, transformed Ubisoft into a significant video game publisher based in France, known for popular franchises such as Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry. He also held the positions of chairman and CEO of Guillemot Corp., which owns DJ equipment manufacturer Hercules and gaming accessories company Thrustmaster. Additionally, Guillemot was part of Ubisoft’s board of directors, while his brother Yves continues to lead as director, chairman, and CEO of the company.
