What Secodi does

Secodi is a French industrial distribution and aftermarket services company headquartered in Nantes, founded in 1978 by Jacques and Marie-Paule Fétis and operating as a subsidiary of the family-owned Fétis Group. Since 2003 it has served as the official Perkins distributor for France, with the core offering organized around three pillars: Power Solutions (new and exchange-standard Perkins diesel engines, engine integration/customization, and increasingly hybrid, electrification, and hydrogen power solutions); Parts and Components (Perkins original spare parts and overhaul kits, plus multi-brand hydraulic, mechanical, filtration, and electronic components from partners including Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss, Linde, Carraro, Dana Spicer, Bondioli Pavesi, Donaldson, Hydac, and Twin Disc); and Multi-Technology Services (certified hydraulic and transmission repair, multi-brand on-site equipment repair, extended warranty programs, and Perkins-certified technical training).

The company holds an inventory of more than 6,000 product references and 85,000 individual articles, supported by 8 regional service agencies across mainland France and an international distribution network covering 26 countries — Finland, Estonia, Turkey, Spain, and 21 countries in Central and West Africa. Operations are rooted in a certified repair center with systematic bench testing and a 6-month guarantee on reconditioned hydraulic and transmission components.

Secodi sells to approximately 6,500 active B2B customers across five end markets: agriculture, construction and public works, materials handling, power generation (gensets), and specialized machinery. Revenue is generated through one-time sales of engines, parts, and components combined with project-based professional services for certified repair and Perkins-certified training (priced at €300–€350 per student per day depending on engine displacement, with a six-student minimum). Go-to-market combines direct sales through 8 French regional agencies, a dedicated B2B e-commerce platform (Espace Pro B2B), and an international distributor/wholesale network. Leadership remains within the founding Fétis family, with Damien Fétis as President, Evrard Fétis as Vice-President and COO, and Sébastien Verron as CFO and General Secretary.

Name

Secodi

Legal name

Secodi

Website

https://secodi.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Secodi is an official distributor of the Perkins brand for the supply of engines and genuine spare parts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Power Solutions Distribution

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065)

akta.pro primary industry

Diesel Engine Service & Repair (EDAOAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB)

Keywords

• Diesel engine distribution
• Power solutions
• Hydraulic components
• Transmission parts
• Industrial equipment repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Nantes

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. New and Exchange Engines: Sale of new Perkins diesel engines and exchange engines (standard exchange program where customers return old engines for rebuilt replacements)
2. Spare Parts and Components: Distribution of original and multi-brand spare parts for motorization, hydraulics, and transmission. Stock of over 6,000 references and 85,000 articles
3. Hydraulic and Transmission Repair: Certified repair services for hydraulic components and transmission systems with 6-month guarantee on all reconditioned components
4. Technical Training: Perkins-certified training programs for engine technology, delivered at customer sites or in their training center

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Secodi is the official Perkins distributor for France, supplying new and exchange standard diesel engines, genuine spare parts, and hydraulic and mechanical components for off-road machinery. The company also delivers certified multi-technology repair services for agricultural, construction, and materials handling equipment, along with engine integration, customization, and certified training programs. It operates through a B2B e-commerce platform and 8 regional service agencies across France.

Product overview

Secodi is an expert in power solutions and official Perkins distributor for France since 2003, operating as part of the Fétis Group. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around three core pillars: Power Solutions (new and exchange standard Perkins diesel engines with customization and hybridization services), Parts & Components (spare parts, hydraulic, mechanical, filtration, and electronic components from partner brands including Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss, Linde, Carraro, Dana Spicer, and Twin Disc), and Multi-Technology Services (machine repair, hydraulic repair, warranty extensions, and certified training). With over 6,000 product references and 85,000 items in stock, Secodi serves agriculture, construction, material handling, generator sets, and specialized machine sectors across France, Finland, Estonia, Turkey, Spain, and 21 countries in Central and West Africa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• New Perkins Engines New diesel Perkins engines sold to agricultural, construction, and materials handling equipment operators and manufacturers for off-road applications.
• Exchange Standard Engines Reconditioned engine exchange program allowing customers to trade in old Perkins engines for rebuilt units as a faster, lower-cost alternative to purchasing new engines.
• Engine Integration & Customization Services Custom engineering service adapting Perkins diesel engines to customer-specific requirements including constructor configuration, systems integration, and regulatory compliance.
• Hybridation & Electrification Solutions Integration of hybrid, electrification, and hydrogen solutions for power generation systems built around Perkins engines.
• Perkins Spare Parts Original Perkins spare parts and components for motorization, hydraulics, and transmission systems, distributed from a stock of 6,000+ references and 85,000 items.
• Perkins Engine Overhaul Kits Complete engine overhaul kits bundling the parts needed for periodic revision of Perkins diesel engines.
• Hydraulic Components Complete hydraulic components including pumps, motors, distributors, valves, limiters, accumulators, and central units sourced from brands such as Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss, and Linde.
• Mechanical Transmission Components Mechanical transmission components including shafts, clutches, speed boxes, reducers, and cardan joints sourced from brands such as Carraro, Dana Spicer, Twin Disc, and Bondioli Pavesi.
• Machine Filters Filtration products from Donaldson and other manufacturers covering air, oil, and fuel filters for hydraulic and lubrication systems on Perkins-powered equipment.
• Electronic Components Electronic components including command boxes, sensors, and manipulators used in Perkins-powered machine control systems.
• Workshop Tools & Equipment Professional workshop equipment from HYDAC including hydraulic testers, accus control devices, filtration units, pressure gauges, and measurement instruments for maintenance workshops.
• Multi-Technology Machine Repair Services Multi-technology repair services for agricultural, construction, and materials handling equipment covering motorization, hydraulics, and transmission, performed on-site or in dedicated workshops.
• Hydraulic Repair Services Certified repair services for hydraulic components from Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss, and Linde, and for transmission components from Carraro and Dana Spicer, all systematically bench-tested with a 6-month guarantee.
• Perkins Extended Warranty Extended warranty programs that prolong coverage on Perkins engines beyond the manufacturer's standard warranty period.
• Perkins Hypercare Agreement Premium support and maintenance agreement providing higher-tier assistance to Perkins engine owners.
• Accessories Services Custom accessorization service for machines and equipment to adapt them to specific customer operating requirements.
• Perkins Training Programs Perkins-certified training programs covering engine technology, maintenance, and troubleshooting for technicians, delivered at customer sites or in the Secodi training center.
• B2B Pro Online Platform Online B2B ordering platform enabling professional customers to order parts and components from brands including Bosch Rexroth, Carraro, and Dana with rapid delivery.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 4,000 hydraulic pumps, hydraulic motors, and hydrostatic transmissions repaired in dedicated workshops
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• PerkinscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2003Official Perkins distributor for France since 2003. Perkins Engines Company Limited is an English diesel engine manufacturer founded in 1932 by Frank Perkins, based in Peterborough, England, and owned by Caterpillar group since 1998.
• Bosch RexrothcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertifiied Excellence Partner for Bosch Rexroth hydraulic components aftermarket supply. Secodi holds certified repair status for Bosch Rexroth hydraulic components.
• Bondioli PavesimajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial partner providing complete range of transmission components for agricultural and construction applications including power take-offs, gearboxes, and angle drives.
• CarrarocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Partner and Service Center for France. Carraro is a global supplier of axles, gearboxes, and transfer cases for agricultural, construction, and materials handling equipment. Secodi offers complete product range from axle assemblies to individual spare parts.
• Dana SpicercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Partner and Service Center for France. Dana Spicer provides axles, gearboxes, transfer cases, electric propulsion and electronics, and is a world-ranked supplier of driveshafts. Secodi offers complete Dana Spicer product range.
• DanfossmajorTechnology or IntegrationPartner for hydraulic components and power solutions. Secodi holds certified repair status for Danfoss hydraulic components.
• DonaldsonmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial partner for filtration products including air filters, oil filters, and fuel filters for Perkins engines and other applications.
• HydacmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner for hydraulic measurement and monitoring equipment including pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, flow meters, contamination sensors, and filtration systems.
• LindemajorTechnology or IntegrationSecodi holds certified repair status for Linde hydraulic components.
• Twin DiscmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner for industrial clutches and gearboxes designed for the most demanding applications. Products include reduction and increase ratios for outputs, rotation options, and power ratings from 1/4 HP to 35,000 HP.
• Fétis GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company - a family-owned independent and international group recognized by customers as an international provider of systems present throughout the entire machine lifecycle in three business areas: mobility, energy, and industry.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Bergerat Monnoyeur: Exclusive Caterpillar dealer in France for construction equipment and Cat engines. Overlaps with Secodi on diesel engine distribution and parts/service for off-road machinery, but operates at much larger scale with direct OEM backing.
• Eneria: Caterpillar group's French power-generation specialist, distributing Cat engines and generator sets. Competes directly with Secodi's Power Generation (Groupe électrogène) vertical and on Perkins-replacement opportunities.
• FG Wilson (Caterpillar): Caterpillar-owned generator-set OEM and distributor network. Overlaps with Secodi's power generation and diesel-engine exchange business across Europe.
• Poclain Hydraulics: French manufacturer of hydraulic motors and pumps for mobile equipment. Comparable to Secodi on the hydraulic component side, but operates upstream as an OEM rather than as a multi-brand distributor/repair provider.
• HAWE Hydraulik: European manufacturer of hydraulic components, power packs, and valves for mobile and industrial machinery. Adjacent competitor in the hydraulic components distribution and integration space where Secodi operates.
• Bosch Rexroth: Global hydraulic and drive-technology OEM; Secodi is one of its certified Excellence Partners for aftermarket repair. Comparable as the upstream brand whose components Secodi services.
• Deutz AG: Independent German manufacturer of diesel and electric drive systems for off-highway applications. Competes with Perkins in Secodi's addressable product set and is increasingly pivoting to electrification, mirroring Secodi's strategic challenge.
• Kubota Europe: Japanese engine and equipment manufacturer with strong European agricultural and construction presence. Competes with Perkins for off-road diesel engine slots and could be considered an alternative OEM franchise for distributors.

Direct peers

• Hatz Diesel: German manufacturer of compact diesel engines for construction, agricultural, and materials-handling equipment. Closely comparable to Perkins in the engine-OEM niche that Secodi distributes and services.

Others

• Manitou Group: French OEM of materials-handling and construction equipment using Perkins and other engines; an important customer-adjacent for Secodi's parts, repair, and engine-exchange services rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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