Ouest-France
Ouest-France is a prominent French newspaper company headquartered in Rennes, operating 58 editorial offices and publishing 52 local paper editions daily. With a team of 2,187 employees, it ranks as the 10th national news site in France, attracting over 4.5 million unique visitors monthly.
Company Overview
Ouest-France is a prominent newspaper company in France, recognized as the leading daily newspaper in the country. It operates from its headquarters in Rennes and serves regions including Normandy, Brittany, and Pays de la Loire. The company publishes over 600,000 copies daily and offers a variety of local editions to cater to its audience.
Production Facilities
Ouest-France runs two production units to support its publishing operations. The first unit is located in Chantepie, equipped with five rotary presses, while the second unit is in La Chevrolière, featuring two rotary presses. These facilities enable the company to produce a significant volume of printed materials efficiently.
Editorial Offices
The company operates 58 editorial offices across 14 departments, including key locations in Brittany, Lower Normandy, and Pays de la Loire, as well as in Paris. This extensive network allows Ouest-France to gather and report local news effectively, ensuring comprehensive coverage of regional events.
Digital Presence
Ouest-France maintains a strong digital presence, with its website, www.ouest-france.fr, ranking as the 10th national news site in France. The site attracts approximately 4.564 million unique visitors, according to Médiamétrie. The company also publishes two digital editions, 'Édition du soir' and 'Édition France', expanding its reach to online audiences.
Governance
Since April 9, 1990, Ouest-France has been governed by a non-profit association known as the 'Association pour le soutien des principes de la démocratie humaniste'. This association is chaired by Jacques Duquesne, overseeing the company's operations and adherence to its founding principles.