With a heritage that spans over two centuries, Groupe Beau Vallon is a cornerstone of the Mauritian sugar industry. Deeply embedded in the economic landscape of the Southeast, the Group has successfully diversified into four key sectors: agri-business, property, hospitality, and leisure.
Within our agricultural pursuits, we engage in the cultivation of sugarcane, potatoes, onions, fruits, vegetables, hearts of palm, and biomass. Our operations also include deer farming for both hunting and venison, alongside the cultivation of ornamental and fruit plants nurtured within our nurseries.
In 2003, the Group completed its inaugural residential development. Since then, more than 3,000 residential plots have been thoughtfully created and marketed across diverse projects, notably in Beau Vallon, Mahébourg, Grand Bel Air, Pointe d’Esny, and Souillac, each offering a distinct range of housing options.
Groupe Beau Vallon also owns three hotels located along the coast: Preskil Island Resort and Astroea Beach in Pointe d’Esny, as well as Solana Beach in Belle Mare; each offering a breathtaking view of the lagoon.
Committed to the region and the country
Groupe Beau Vallon is dedicated to creating an appealing and vibrant living environment through its various initiatives. At the same time, the group upholds the principles of sustainable and diversified agriculture, preserving natural surroundings, landscapes, and the remnants of its rich history.
With a vision to enhance the Southeast region, the Group aims to transform it into a true “destination within the destination.”
En 2020, le Groupe Beau Vallon a créé Pointe d’Esny Sanctuary Foundation afin de restaurer et protéger l’environnement dans le sud-est de l’île Maurice et plus particulièrement les milieux aquatiques. Pour atteindre ses objectifs, la Fondation s’appuie sur 4 piliers :
Funding integrated environmental projects
Implementing awareness, educational, and communication campaigns
Financing an educational center/laboratory
Supporting a voluntary marine conservation area in the Pointe d’Esny lagoon and coral replantation in the Blue Bay Marine Park.
Pointe d’Esny Sanctuary Foundation travaille en étroite collaboration avec les ONGs et les communautés locales pour restaurer et protéger l’environnement dans la région sud-est. Grâce aux compétences de nos collaborateurs, à notre ancrage dans le territoire et à notre approche holistique qui met l’accent sur l’éducation, nous avons pour ambition d’inciter les habitants de la région à devenir des acteurs à part entière de la protection de l’environnement.
A rich history spanning more than two centuries
The origins trace back to 1771, during the French colonial era, when the de Rochecouste family, historical custodians of the estate, secured a concession in Beau Vallon. With successful cultivation, their holdings expanded from Mahébourg to Pointe d’Esny, extending all the way to Riche en Eau and Chemin Français. In 1921, Compagnie de Beau Vallon Limitée was established, primarily focusing on sugarcane cultivation during that era. After a phase of consolidation and agricultural development, the group embarked on a trajectory of diversification over the past two decades.
Discover the Group’s key milestones :
1818
1840
1890
1921
1960
2003
2006
2007
2011
2013 – 2014
2019
2022
2023
1818
Opening of the first sugar factory at Beau Vallon on the banks of the La Chaux River.
1840
Establishment of a second sugar factory, this time at Riche-en-Eau, on the banks of Rivière des Créoles
1890
The Riche-en-Eau factory is relocated to its current site to make way for the construction of the Riche-en-Eau Castle; the factory has been continuously expanding and being modernised since then.
1921
Creation of Compagnie de Beau Vallon Limitée.
1960
Centralisation of the Beau Vallon sugar mill at Riche-en-Eau.
2003
Completion of the first residential project by Compagnie de Beau Vallon Limitée.
2006
Last year of operation for the Riche-en-Eau sugar factory, with the centralisation of all milling activities from the south of the island at the La Baraque factory
2007
Sugarcane grown on the Riche-en-Eau property is transported to the centralised La Baraque factory.
2011
Acquisition of Groupe Union and diversification of the company’s activities into the hospitality industry. In the same year, Astroea Beach was acquired and opened its doors in Pointe-d’Esny.
2013 – 2014
Acquisition of Solana Beach, a 117-room hotel in Belle Mare, and creation of Southern Cross Hotels.
2019
Renovation of the Preskil Island Resort, which is upgraded to a superior four-star hotel.
2022
Commencement of works on the PDS Pointe d’Esny Le Village project.
2023
Sale of Union Sugar Estate. La Compagnie de Beau Vallon Limitée, rebrands in Beau Vallon Group, consolidating all of its agricultural, hospitality, real estate, and leisure activities under a single identity.
OUR MANIFESTO
Moving forward…
To the rhythm of a rich and authentic region.
From the cradle of the island,
Our aim is to illuminate
the natural and cultural heritage
Contemplating tomorrow
While keeping our feet firmly grounded;
Close to our roots,
Close to the men and women
Who have become family
Drawing inspiration from the South East,
Open to the world,
Thriving and feeding on new ideas.
Reinventing ourselves, using the wisdom of yesterday
And today’s innovations
To perpetuate the history of Beau Vallon.
Sowing progress
And cultivating the future
Groupe Beau Vallon
Cultivons l’avenir
OUR VISION
With our eyes on the future, we continuously expand and diversify our activities in the region. Mindful of maintaining a balance between development and conservation, we proceed at a thoughtful pace
We are dedicated to transforming the South-East region into a vibrant and contemporary living environment while safeguarding its authenticity. A living space where nature and sugar cane fields are never far away, where remnants of the past are seamlessly integrated into our developments to honour and preserve their memory.
OUR COMMITMENTS
1. Sustainable Development
We are committed to enhancing the region, developing it in a balanced and responsible manner by prioritising growth that respects available resources and social harmony.
2. Environment and Heritage
Mindful of safeguarding our natural, scenic, and historical treasures, we make them central to our developments to preserve the unique charm of the region, thereby enhancing our heritage.
3. Integrity
Integrity is a fundamental value upon which build the trusting relationships we maintain with our employees, clients, and partners.
OUR COMMITMENTS
4. Loyalty and Personal Development
We are proud to count among our employees people who have spent their entire careers with the Group, as well as families who have been with us for several generations, alongside the talented young people who join us every year. These strong ties contribute to the company’s longevity and its roots in the region.
We are also committed to fostering the growth of our employees and providing them with excellent opportunities for advancement within the Group.
5. Initiative and Creativity
We encourage cross-functional collaboration, versatility, and proactivity among our employees to provide them with a fulfilling career path.
6. Team Spirit and Respect at Work
We value and respect all the members of our team and for the work that they do.
OUR VALUES
Sustainable development
Committed to protecting our natural, scenic and historical assets, we are committed to preserving the region’s character and enhancing our heritage.
Environmental and heritage protection
Mindful of safeguarding our natural, scenic, and historical treasures, we make them central to our developments to preserve the unique charm of the region, thereby enhancing our heritage.
Integrity
Integrity is a fundamental value upon which build the trusting relationships we maintain with our employees, clients, and partners.
Loyalty and personal development
We are proud to count among our employees people who have spent their entire careers with the Group, as well as families who have been with us for several generations, alongside the talented young people who join us every year. These strong ties contribute to the company’s longevity and its roots in the region.
We are also committed to fostering the growth of our employees and providing them with excellent opportunities for advancement within the Group.
Entrepreneurship and creativity
We encourage cross-functional collaboration, versatility, and proactivity among our employees to provide them with a fulfilling career path.
Team spirit and respect at work
We value respect for all our team members and for the work they do, because we believe this will lead to productive collaboration and the achievement of our goals.
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gérard GARRIOCH
Non-Executive Chairman
Thierry MERVEN
Group Chief Executive Officer
Patrice DOGER DE SPEVILLE
Non-Executive Independent Director
Sébastien LAVOIPIERRE
Non-Executive Independent Director
Didier MAIGROT
Non-Executive Independent Director
Jacques MARRIER D’UNIENVILLE
Non-Executive Director
Bertrand THEVENAU
Non-Executive Director
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Thierry Merven
Group Chief Executive Officer
Jaques-Edgar Bega
Field Manager, Beau Vallon Agri-Business
Christel Chan
Group Finance Manager
Christophe Curé
Chief Operating Officer, Beau Vallon Property
José Dodin
Finance Manager, Beau Vallon Agri-Business
Ashwin Foogooa
Group Chief Financial Officer
Virginie Gomes Da Costa
Head of Sales & Marketing, Beau Vallon Hospitality
General Manager Preskil Island Resort, Beau Vallon Hospitality
Groupe Beau Vallon’s team of nearly 700 talented employees are committed to the development and progress of our company every day.
The expertise, enthusiasm, and dedication of our talents are among our key strengths. We support their growth and contribute to their fulfillment with the aim of growing together.
