French contractor and developer Groupe Legendre has confirmed its expansion into Guernsey with the opening of a new branch.
The company already has a presence in Guernsey, after it signed a contract to partner with Breton to build the new Guernsey Housing Association properties at the former CI Tyres site on La Charroterie last summer.
Groupe Legendre is now setting up in the island permanently, as part of its ongoing international growth strategy saying it has plans to create further links between its existing operations in Rennes, Jersey, and London.
“Guernsey’s market demand and opportunities in housing and mixed-use development underpin the expansion, alongside the Group’s aim to strengthen economic ties between the island and France, particularly Brittany,” said the firm.
“It also aligns with the firm’s wider strategic market entries, which targets over 20% of turnover from outside France by 2030, supported by a focus on innovation, technical expertise and social responsibility.
“This new presence will add delivery capacity on the island. Groupe Legendre will apply its Tier 1 contractor expertise to the delivery and management of larger, complex projects. The initial focus will be construction, with plans to expand into property development and energy.”
Luc Richard, Director of Groupe Legendre’s Jersey operation, will lead the new Guernsey branch alongside his existing responsibilities in Jersey.
Since joining the Group in 2022, he has overseen delivery of the Horizon development for Jersey Development Company, a 280-home waterfront scheme. In his expanded role, he will establish and structure Groupe Legendre’s long-term presence in Guernsey, building on the strategy and operational model already deployed in Jersey.
Mr Richard is now recruiting staff in Guernsey, with the company preparing to open a physical office on the island.
The base will combine Groupe Legendre’s delivery expertise with local market knowledge and support a long-term presence in Guernsey, said Mr Richard.
“Opening an office in Guernsey is a strategic next step for Groupe Legendre and builds on the momentum of expanding our presence overseas.
“Housing delivery remains challenging on the island, and the shortage of new homes is increasingly affecting Guernsey’s ability to attract and retain residents, particularly younger generations.
“Having a permanent base here will help support this demand, bring us closer to our projects and clients, allowing us to stay hands-on, work closely with local partners and build long-term relationships.
“We’re looking forward to building a strong team on the island and offering an environment where people can deliver high-quality work while enjoying an exceptional quality of life by the sea.”
Groupe Legendre and Legendre UK
Group Legendre is a family-owned company. It was founded in 1946 near Rennes, France.
Its annual turnover is €1 billion, and it currently employs 2,500 members of staff.
Groupe Legendre expanded into the British market in 2015, with offices in London and Jersey.
The company is also active in Switzerland since 2022 and Portugal since 2019, with an office in Lisbon.
In August 2025, Group Legendre signed a contract with the Guernsey Housing Association to work on its new block of flats being built on the former CI Tyres site in La Charroterie, St Peter Port.
Group Legendre is partnered with Guernsey firm Breton on the contract.
The long awaited development in Guernsey will see a former industrial site redeveloped into housing, with 60 one-bedroom and nine two-bedroom affordable homes planned.
Enabling works started on the site last year and construction work is due to start this year.