The decision of the Paris court paves the way for a full nationalisation of the company, which was delayed by the legal complaint.

The court of appeals "rejected all of the plaintiffs' demands," according to the document.

The association for the defense of minority shareholders declined to comment, saying time was needed to fully understand the decision and possible legal options. EDF declined to comment.

(Reporting by America Hernandez, editing by Silvia Aloisi)