Legrand announces closure of four French sites and 178 job cuts by 2028

Paris – 05.06.2026: The French electronics group Legrand has announced a major restructuring that includes the closure of four production sites and the elimination of 178 jobs by the end of 2028. The sites concerned are Pont-en-Royans (Isère), Lagord (Charente-Maritime), Confolens (Charente) and Châlus (Haute-Vienne). The production activities of these factories will be transferred to other French locations, including Magré (Haute-Vienne), Sitel (Haute-Vienne), Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe) and Saint-Marcellin (Isère).

Legrand justifies the restructuring by citing the ongoing crisis in the construction sector, competition from low-wage countries and the need to invest more in areas such as the energy transition, digital technologies and data centers. Despite the closures, the company plans to invest more than 80 million euros in France by 2028, of which 20 million euros has been allocated to support the relocation of activities to other French sites.

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

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 revenue of 9.5 billion euros and is targeting growth of 10 to 15 percent for 2026.

The planned restructuring is currently being discussed with employee representatives, with solutions for internal transfers and voluntary departure arrangements being offered. The company emphasizes that the restructuring is aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of “Made in France” and consolidating the company’s positions in France.

The closures and job losses are part of Legrand’s broader strategy to adapt to current market conditions and invest in future-oriented sectors. Final decisions will be made after the consultation procedures with employee representatives have been completed.

The CGT union insists on transparent communication and job security for the affected employees. It emphasizes the importance of France as a location for Legrand and calls for measures to preserve employment and secure the company’s future in the country.

Legrand already carried out a restructuring in France at the end of 2024 to respond to the crisis in the construction sector, without the need for layoffs. The current measures are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to adapt to changing market conditions and ensure 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 pledged to support all affected employees and offer solutions for internal transfers and voluntary departure arrangements.