History of Manitou
Manitou has more than 60 years of experience, a presence in 140 countries, 10 production sites, 7 spare parts logistics centres.
The story began in the small French village of Ancenis in 1958, when Marcel Braud came up with the principle of an original machine: inverting the layout of a farm tractor, adding a lifting mast and hydraulic steering. The first all-terrain forklift truck was born. It was to make the company a success and lead to its worldwide expansion.
"I had to find a name for these forklifts... We decided on MANITOU during a family brainstorming session: a forklift that "handles everything"! It can be pronounced in any language, making it ideal for international expansion!
Marcel Braud, Founder of the first Manitou
1982
Launch of rotating telehandlers
MRT 1540 was the Manitou's first rotating machine. This product range, which can turn in 360°, enhanced the offering for construction professionals. The MRTs were and are still designed and produced in Castelfranco, in the group's Italian factory.
Launch of the aerial work platform platforms
The 100 AE (articulated electric) access platform was launched in March 1993, with a lifting height of 10 metres. Today, the Group offers access platforms ranging from 8 to 28 meters.
1995
All-terrain aerial work platforms on your construction sites.
Simplicity
Challenge
A listening ear
Supporting our customers means more than just
providing them with what they need. It also means
anticipating their expectations and
before they are formulated.
It means innovating to offer more and better!
More technology, more services,
more advice, more proximity,
more profitability for our customers.
More than just machines, we sell
innovative customised solutions
tailored to individual needs.