PASSING OF MARCEL BRAUD THE HANDLING INDUSTRY LOST AN EXCEPTIONAL LEADER
Ancenis, February 4, 2026 — It is with profound emotion and immense sadness that Manitou Group announces the passing of Marcel Braud, Honorary Chairman and Founder of the Manitou forklift truck, who passed away this Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 93. Driven by a passion for innovation, industry, dealers network and the group's products—serving as Chairman until 2017—Marcel Braud transformed a family business into a global benchmark for material handling, aerial work platforms, and earthmoving equipment.
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