Mourant advises on landmark sale of Cimandis warehouse in Guernsey

Mourant, a law firm-led professional services business, has advised on all Guernsey legal aspects of the sale of the Cimandis warehouse on Pitronnerie Road, the largest commercial investment transaction in Guernsey this year.

The prominent site, occupied by major food wholesaler Cimandis, represents one of the island’s key logistics hubs. The property has been sold by Mourant’s client, a Craigard syndicate, with Manor Farm Foods due to take over the premises after a major refurbishment.

Craigard, who this year celebrated their 20th year anniversary, are an asset manager who arrange syndicates of investors to acquire commercial property between £2m and £5m and always co-invest as a family house.
The Mourant team was led by John Lewis, Guernsey Managing Partner, working in close collaboration with commercial property Senior Associates Alison Wood and Laura Bougourd.

Rock Commercial acted as property adviser on the deal, with Ferbrache & Farrell representing the purchaser.
Commenting on the transaction, John said:

This follows a series of major property transactions for Mourant’s property teams in Guernsey and Jersey, including advising on the largest office investment to complete in the Channel Islands in 2024, and acting for the Channel Islands Co-operative Society on the sale of Leale’s Yard earlier this year.

The firm's market-leading real estate practice continues to be recognised for its depth of expertise and commercial approach. A source in leading legal directory, Legal 500 UK 2025, commented: "[It's] rare to find a larger firm with the direct and personable service of a smaller practice. Thus the best of both worlds – strength in depth in terms of resources, yet attentive personal service."