The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
(69 - 75) Professional Services 71 - Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis 71 - Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis 71 - Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis
150 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
19 September 2025
Employment effect (start)
1 January 2026
Foreseen end date
31 December 2026
Description
Agrolab, a German company specializing in environmental analysis, has begun construction of its first French laboratory in Heudebouville, within Ecoparc 3. The future 5,000 m2 facility is expected to create around 150 jobs including lab technicians, sample preparers, and support staff. This project marks a major step in the German group's expansion in France.
While full operations are planned for the end of 2026, core activities will begin earlier, in early 2026, thanks to a temporary mobile lab. The site will analyze water and soil samples from across France and serve as a technical reference hub for various clients, including decontamination companies, industrial firms, local governments, research units as well as partner laboratories.
Eurofound (2025), Agrolab, Business expansion in France, factsheet number 203362, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/203362.
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