ENL and Rogers officially launch unified group and new identity.
Merged since 1 July 2025, ENL and Rogers have officially launched the new group under which their operational activities and strategic investments are now unified, simultaneously announcing its new name: ER Group. This official launch took place during a ceremony held on 23 July 2025, in the presence of the Prime Minister, Dr the Honourable Navin Ramgoolam. With this new identity, ER aims to honour the rich histories of these two iconic groups that have shaped the Mauritian corporate landscape, while affirming its ambition to unlock new opportunities in Mauritius and beyond.
ER Group. The new identity under which all consolidated activities and strategic investments of the former ENL and Rogers groups now operate was presented during a ceremony marking the official launch of this new player in the economic and social development of the country. The ceremony took place on 23 July 2025 in the presence of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, Dr the Honourable Navin Ramgoolam, at Vivéa Business Park, Moka, where ER House, the group’s head office, is also located.
This ceremony both concludes the strategic restructuring of ENL and Rogers, finalised in June after receiving unanimous shareholder approval and regulatory clearance, and officially marks the launch of this new entity within Mauritius' corporate landscape.
Addressing attendees during the ceremony, Gilbert Espitalier-Noël, the new Group CEO of ER Group, emphasised: “The creation of the ER Group was never about becoming bigger. This was about growing better. We have created a more nimble, decisive and effective organisation, combining our financial strengths to fuel our regional ambitions. But above all, we have anchored our structure in what truly matters: how we touch people's lives — how we feed, serve, host, move, house, connect and empower them.”
The name ER Group draws its initials and inspiration from ENL and Rogers, two iconic brands that have profoundly shaped the Mauritian economy for generations. It leverages the trust, credibility, and recognition built over decades, while signalling a bold and deliberate step forward, reflecting their readiness to lead in a fast-evolving world.
ENL has always been associated with entrepreneurship, adaptability, and transformative growth in various sectors, with strong agricultural and territorial roots, a leading position in real estate and commerce, and strategic diversification in rapidly evolving sectors such as energy. Its history reflects bold decisions and opportunity creation for generations of Mauritians.
Rogers has distinguished itself as a pioneer in logistics, hospitality, and real estate, raising the bar in innovation and sustainability. With a strong regional footprint, it has played a key role in the country’s development by facilitating trade, travel, leisure, and progress, and enriching the everyday lives of Mauritians through its enduring legacy of impact.
These combined strengths now form the foundation of ER Group, a unified entity drawing on complementary expertise and capable of unlocking expanded potential.
Explaining the choice of name, Gilbert Espitalier-Noël said: “ER represents an intentional combination of the histories, values, and ambitions of ENL and Rogers. This name is a bridge between past and future: it embodies collaboration, innovation, and a continuous commitment to advancing Mauritius and beyond. It also signals a bold and deliberate step forward, reflecting our readiness to lead in a fast-evolving world.”
The transformation of the ENL and Rogers groups into the ER Group is rooted in a shared history dating back to 1971, when ENL first acquired a stake in Rogers. Since then, ENL has steadily increased its shareholding, achieving a controlling 60% stake in 2012, laying the groundwork for this now realised convergence. The recent restructuring simplifies a shareholder structure that had become complex over the years, supported by an enhanced governance framework promoting clarity and decisiveness.
Under the leadership of Gilbert Espitalier-Noël, appointed Group CEO of ER Group, ER operates through a centralised Management Office, established in 2024 when ENL and Rogers unified their headquarters. Philippe Espitalier-Noël, CEO, heads several strategic segments: Finance, Hospitality & Travel, Logistics, as well as territorial development at Bel Ombre and Case Noyale and related operations. He also drives the group’s sustainability agenda in a context where such issues are increasingly critical.
Reflecting on this reorganisation, Philippe Espitalier-Noël stated: “This transformation enables ER Group to focus on the essentials: creating sustainable growth while honouring our legacy. Our purpose has entered a new era, refined for the coming decade and now supported by a stronger platform to achieve it. Our culture remains rooted in the entrepreneurial spirit that defined ENL and the pioneering legacy of Rogers. Our values of responsibility, agility, and collaboration will guide every step of our path forward.”
Listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius since 9 July 2025, ER Group manages a robust portfolio of recognised brands, leaders in seven strategic segments: Agribusiness, Real Estate, Hospitality & Travel, Logistics, Finance, Commerce & Manufacturing, and Technology & Energy.
Its new ten-year roadmap aims to strengthen activities in Mauritius, contributing to the country’s economic and social fabric, while gradually expanding its regional presence. Driven by a meaningful culture of progress, the group seeks to leverage the expertise of its more than 7,400 employees operating across 13 territories worldwide.
“We are, and will always remain, a proudly Mauritian group, deeply committed to contributing to the country’s future. ER reflects our unwavering commitment to this island that has given us so much. We will continue to invest here, create jobs here, and ensure Mauritius remains at the heart of everything we do,” concluded Gilbert Espitalier-Noël.
