Legrand Announces Closure of Four French Sites and 178 Job Cuts by 2028

Paris – 05.06.2026: The French electrical group Legrand has announced a comprehensive restructuring, which includes the closure of four production sites and the reduction of 178 jobs by the end of 2028. The affected locations are Pont-en-Royans (Isère), Lagord (Charente-Maritime), Confolens (Charente), and Châlus (Haute-Vienne). Production activities from these plants will be relocated to other French sites, including Magré (Haute-Vienne), Sitel (Haute-Vienne), Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe), and Saint-Marcellin (Isère).

Legrand justifies the restructuring with the ongoing crisis in the construction sector, competition from low-wage countries, and the necessity to invest more heavily in areas such as the energy transition, digital technologies, and data centers. Despite the closures, the company plans to invest over 80 million euros in France by 2028, with 20 million euros allocated to support the transfer of activities to other French locations.

The CGT union has expressed concerns about the impact of the restructuring on employment and the future of the company in France. It calls for transparent communication and job security for the employees affected.

Legrand, headquartered in Limoges (Haute-Vienne), employs around 5,000 people in France. In 2025, the company achieved a net profit of 1.2 billion euros on revenues of 9.5 billion euros and aims for growth of 10 to 15 percent in 2026.

The planned restructuring is currently under discussion with employee representatives, offering solutions for internal transfers and voluntary early retirements. The company emphasizes that the restructuring aims to strengthen the competitiveness of “Made in France” products and to consolidate the company’s positions within France.

The closures and job cuts are part of a broader strategy by Legrand to adapt to current market conditions and invest in future-oriented sectors. Final decisions will be made after completing consultations with employee representatives.

The CGT union demands transparent communication and job security for all affected employees. It highlights the importance of the French sites to Legrand and calls for measures to preserve jobs and secure the company’s future in the country.

Legrand previously conducted a restructuring in France at the end of 2024 in response to the construction sector crisis, which did not require layoffs. The current measures are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to adapt to changing market conditions and maintain its competitiveness.

The final impact of the restructuring on employment and Legrand’s future in France will depend on the ongoing consultations with employee representatives. The company has committed to supporting all affected employees and offering solutions for internal transfers as well as voluntary early retirements.