M&C group of Companies

M&C Group of Companies & M&C Drugstore

Minvielle & Chastanet (M&C) began as a partnership between Henry Minvielle and Charles Chastanet in 1864. During the first 20 years the areas of business included dry goods, wines, shipping and insurance. Over the years the company expanded into the Coal Trade, the Automotive Industry, Cigarette manufacturing and the Shrimp Industry. The company, even after the deaths of its founding fathers, remained a family owned business until 1973.

In 1973, Bookers McConnell Ltd. bought 75% of the company’s shareholdings with a view to going public. The uncertain political climate of the time was a significant contribution to the failure of that effort. In 1983 the Devaux family bought back M&C from Bookers and the company remained in the family’s hands until 2008.

In March 2008, Goddard Enterprises Ltd. (GEL) obtained majority shareholding in M&C. Recognizing the opportunities and challenges that will be associated with regional integration and consolidation, this partnership is viewed as a vote of confidence in the ability of Caribbean based companies to flourish in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

M&C Drugstore was established in 1952. It is the leading drugstore in St. Lucia and employs approximately 130 people. M&C Drugstore is committed to its slogan: “Promoting health, creating smiles, for a healthier, happier you!!! ”

M&C Drugstore has 5 stores in St. Lucia and offers superior quality service and products to our customers. Our customers consist of both wholesale and retail clients, and we stock a wide variety of OTCs, Pharmaceuticals, Toiletries, Cosmetics, Stationery, Baby Care items, Gift Sets, Toys, Household products, Pet Care, Confectionary, and so much more. M&C Drugstore is also proud to have on staff a very knowledgeable pharmaceutical team who is devoted to the care and well-being of all customers.

The key to our success is a combination of our product variety, exciting new products, knowledgeable staff and excellent customer service combined with a dynamic and dedicated marketing team who ensures that we maintain our status as the Market Leader.