Nearly 3,500 building business owners, approximately 4,000 employees and 250 apprentices comprise the artisanal construction sector in Corse-du-Sud, a region of Corsica.
The unique characteristics of Corsica’s island territory, particularly its strong ties to rural communities, align well with the type of businesses represented by the CAPEB, a French organization supporting small and medium-sized construction enterprises. This is a crucial factor, as the very small enterprises (TPE) with fewer than ten employees, located inland, provide the CAPEB with legitimacy and a voice. The organization emphasizes not only their economic role but also their daily involvement in the social and civic fabric of the region. This commitment to a rural identity, which accurately reflects the Corsican reality, is vigorously defended.
Recently, construction stakeholders in the region have formed a new platform, a first for the island, as the building sector faces increasing challenges. This collaborative effort comes as the industry navigates a tough period. The move underscores a growing trend of collective action within the construction industry, which traditionally values independence.
“When one decides to become a building artisan, one opts for independence, with the idea of owing nothing to anyone,” according to a statement from the CAPEB.
The CAPEB in Corse-du-Sud has also been actively involved in broader industry discussions. On February 20, 2026, the organization reported on advancements secured for building artisans regarding the REP PMCB (likely a regulatory framework related to building materials and circular economy). The CAPEB also participated in a unified front with French building patronage and unions to address abusive subcontracting practices in Europe on February 13, 2026. Further demonstrating its collaborative spirit, the CAPEB renewed its partnership with CEDEO, POINT.P, and DSC on February 4, 2026, to support building artisans.
The organization’s advocacy extends to policy concerns, as evidenced by its January 21, 2026, call for government support for home renovation, and its January 15, 2026, partnership with CORHOFI to facilitate equipment financing for artisanal building businesses. These initiatives highlight the CAPEB’s commitment to addressing the evolving needs of its members and the broader construction ecosystem. The CAPEB also collaborated with IGNES in November 2025 to promote electrical solutions for independent living.
Jean-Baptiste Michon, president of the CAPEB Corse-du-Sud, has demonstrated a commitment to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, as highlighted in an Instagram post from December 30, 2025.
A diagnostic and action plan for small businesses in Corsica, published on December 31, 2024, identifies the FFB and CAPEB as key stakeholders, alongside organizations like CAUE, CPIE, and ADIL. You can find the full report here.
The CAPEB’s ongoing efforts reflect a broader trend of industry organizations adapting to the challenges and opportunities presented by a changing economic landscape. The focus on collaboration and advocacy positions the CAPEB as a key player in shaping the future of the construction sector in Corsica and beyond.
