The Enedis group stated it had initiated disciplinary procedures in March against nine of its employees, responding to persistent allegations of false invoicing involving service providers. This decision follows a first series of sanctions imposed at the end of 2024 against ten employees. At the same time, a new complaint against persons unknown was filed with the National Financial Prosecutor’s Office (PNF), which confirmed receipt.
Enedis targets new management profiles
According to information from L’Informé, the recent procedures also target members of Enedis’ management level. Among the employees concerned, at least two reportedly held director positions within the Information Services Department (DSI), although no official confirmation has been obtained regarding these profiles. Enedis did not specify the identities of the targeted employees, limiting its statements to the fact that appropriate measures were underway.
The operator reiterated its strict compliance policy. “Enedis practices zero tolerance towards any illegal and reprehensible act likely to impact its public service values,” the group said in its response to AFP.
Termination of contracts with external service providers
Following internal investigations, Enedis decided to terminate contracts with four information technology service providers whose practices did not comply with applicable regulatory standards. The concerned division, Nex’us, is responsible for the company’s communicating systems, notably the management of Linky smart meters and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
The judicial procedure had been launched following an initial complaint by Enedis and a report from the tax authorities. The facts under examination by the Economic Crime Repression Brigade (BRDE) include accusations of organised fraud, corruption, embezzlement of public funds, unlawful taking of interest, favouritism, concealment, and money laundering.
Ongoing investigation into possible financial irregularities
Several searches had already been conducted as early as June 2024 at the premises of the Nex’us division in Nanterre. The investigation aims to determine the extent of personal benefits that might have been obtained in exchange for the alleged false invoicing by the group’s employees.
The National Financial Prosecutor’s Office has not yet confirmed the opening of a new investigation, merely stating it had received Enedis’ complaint. The network operator stressed it is continuing its internal verification efforts to strengthen compliance in its practices and contractual relations.
