The executive, who helped transform the French publisher into one of the world's largest entertainment companies, was a licensed pilot flying to an air show.
Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft, has died after the private twin-engine aircraft he was piloting crashed. The accident occurred while he was en route to an air show. The news was confirmed by the website Tom's Hardware.
In 1986, the Guillemot family established Ubisoft in France. With the efforts of Claude and his brothers, the company grew and established itself as one of the world's largest entertainment companies in the video game industry.
In addition to his pivotal role in building the French gaming empire, Guillemot was a licensed pilot and aviation enthusiast. The aircraft crashed during a trip related to this personal activity.
The co-founder's passing marks a significant moment for the corporation, which currently ranks among the global leaders in the technology and entertainment sector. The company maintains significant operations in the international market, including in Brazil.
Claude Guillemot died when the private twin-engine aircraft he was piloting crashed in France. He was a licensed pilot flying to an air show at the time of the accident.
Claude Guillemot was a co-founder of Ubisoft. He and his brothers established the company in France in 1986, helping transform it into one of the world's largest video game and entertainment companies.
Ubisoft was founded in 1986 in France by the Guillemot brothers, including Claude Guillemot.