Singapore, 18th October 2011 – Manitou Group continues to expand its presence in
Asia from its regional hub based in Singapore. Leveraging its Manitou Asia subsidiary,the group has been developing in 2011 a new proximity service platform for its regional　networks. The objective is to support new markets, such as India, China or Indonesia,　which are gradually opening up to sophisticated handling equipment. Ahead of the　traditional construction or agriculture markets (which are yet to emerge locally), these　countries already share specific needs for mining activities, which are vital for their　economies.

The Chinese construction market is becoming increasingly mechanized with higher
levels of safety in its operations, two dimensions familiar with the Manitou offering.

“The level of interest raised from major professional trade fairs and numerous
dynamic demonstrations confirms our view that robust, easy-to-use machines can
provide a direct response to the needs of Chinese construction companies. It is the　mission of our local entity Manitou China to organize this opportunity for our dealers　and users”, says Antoine Chazelle, VP Sales Asia. Manitou Group will attend the BICES　construction show in Beijing from 18th to 21st October. This event provides the　opportunity to confirm the Manitou telehandler as a real, rough-terrain handling　solution.

Applications are currently based mainly around material distribution on site, crane　base lifting or truck unloading and so on, but housing, commercial and industrial　building or civil engineering (roads, tunnels, bridges, etc.) construction projects　provide substantial growth potential for all Manitou Group solutions.

The incorporation of Manitou South Asia, based in Delhi, on 13th September will
accelerate the distribution of Manitou products across the entire sub-continent thanks　to a reliable and powerful dealer network. “The use of masted forklifts, fixed or　rotating telehandlers, skid-steers or access platforms offers infinite and completely　safe working possibilities, a vital factor for professionals and government companies　in India”, concludes Antoine Chazelle.