Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Ancenis, France, Manitou Group is a global producer of rough-terrain handling equipment. The company operates through two main divisions: the Products division, which designs and manufactures machinery, and the Services and Solutions division, which provides spare parts, maintenance, fleet management, and financing. Manitou's product portfolio includes telehandlers, aerial work platforms, and specialized forklifts, which are distributed globally through a network of authorized dealers. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the construction market, followed by agriculture and industrial applications. Manitou maintains a strong geographic footprint with manufacturing facilities and sales operations across Europe, the Americas, and the Asia-Pacific region.