What Charlatte Manutention - FAYAT Group does

Charlatte Manutention is a French manufacturer of electric material-handling vehicles for the airport, industrial, and military sectors, headquartered in Brienon-sur-Armançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the diversified FAYAT Group since 1999. The company was founded in 1982 as a spin-off from Charlatte (established 1961) and has accumulated more than 45 years of specialized expertise in electric handling, with approximately 2,300 machines produced annually and a global installed base of 20,000+ units. Its product portfolio spans electric baggage tractors (T135, AT135 autonomous, CT6-E cargo, TE industrial series), electric flatbeds (P0810-E, P2010-E), and electric belt loaders (CBL150-E, CBL2000-E), together with the thermal TD225 DEFENCE tractor for military use. A defining technical feature is proprietary in-house rear axle manufacturing — from machining to final assembly — that most competitors outsource, and the company has co-developed Level 4 autonomous capability through the 2019 Charlatte Autonom joint venture with Navya, embedding GPS, 3D Lidar, V2X, and fleet management integration into the AT135 platform.

The business generates revenue through direct enterprise sales of hardware to airports, industrial sites, and military bases, complemented by recurring after-sales service, spare parts, technical hotline support, operator and maintenance training programs, and reconditioning kits that extend vehicle life. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed, reflecting an enterprise field sales motion executed through three wholly-owned subsidiaries in France, the United States (Bluefield, Virginia, since 1993), and the United Kingdom (Chobham, Surrey, since 2019), supported by a global partner center network. Customer segmentation is vertical: airport ground support equipment is the primary segment, with industrial logistics and military/defense as secondary verticals, each with purpose-built product lines addressing reliability, autonomy, and extreme-environment requirements respectively.

Name

Charlatte Manutention - FAYAT Group

Legal name

CHARLATTE MANUTENTION

Website

https://charlattemanutention.fayat.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Charlatte Manutention is a French manufacturer of electric material-handling vehicles — baggage tractors, flatbeds, and belt loaders — serving airports, industrial sites, and military bases globally, with autonomous capability via a Navya joint venture.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electric Vehicles / Airport Ground Support Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Material Handling & Industrial Lift Vehicle Manufacturing (Forklifts/Telehandlers/Reach Stackers) (IMACAFAD)

Keywords

• Electric material handling
• Airport ground support
• Baggage tractors
• Belt loaders
• Autonomous tractors

Headquarters

HQ city

Brienon-sur-Armançon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electric Vehicle Sales: Sale of electric tractors (T135, CT6-E, TE series), flatbeds (P0810-E, P2010-E), belt loaders (CBL series), and autonomous vehicles (AT135) to airports, industrial sites, and military bases worldwide.
2. After-Sales Service & Maintenance: Technical support, maintenance services, spare parts supply through dedicated hotline and technician teams. Includes rapid supply and delivery, technical validation, excellent service availability, and traveling technicians.
3. Training Services: Training programs for operators and maintenance personnel covering vehicle commissioning/demonstration and vehicle maintenance (electro-mechanics, electro-hydraulics).
4. Reconditioning Kits: Reconditioning kits offered to bring machines up to current standards based on client needs and legislative evolution.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Charlatte Manutention designs, manufactures, and services electric material-handling vehicles — including baggage and cargo tractors (T135, CT6-E, TE series), electric flatbeds (P0810-E, P2010-E), belt loaders (CBL150-E, CBL2000-E), the thermal TD225 DEFENCE military tractor, and the AT135 autonomous tractor developed with Navya — sold to airports, industrial sites, and military bases worldwide, complemented by after-sales maintenance, training, and reconditioning services.

Product overview

Charlatte Manutention is a French manufacturer specializing in electric vehicles for airport, industrial, and military material handling. The product portfolio comprises three main categories: electric tractors (T135, AT135 autonomous, CT6-E cargo, TE series industrial), electric flatbeds/flatbeds (P0810-E, P2010-E), and belt loaders (CBL150-E, CBL2000-E), plus the thermal TD225 DEFENCE for military applications. The AT135 represents the company's autonomous vehicle capability through a partnership with Navya. Products are sold under the Charlatte brand and marketed as Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for airports, industrial vehicles for factories and warehouses, and military vehicles for defense applications. The company also offers after-sales service, maintenance, and training services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Charlatte Autonom: Joint venture with Navya for developing autonomous electric baggage tractors, including the AT135 model.

Products and services

• AT135 - Autonom® Tract Electric autonomous baggage tractor for airports and industrial sites with Level 4 autonomy, combining GPS navigation and 3D Lidar without dedicated infrastructure. Supports up to 25 tons traction capacity and operates without a driver up to 15 km/h. Developed in partnership with Navya through the Charlatte Autonom joint venture.
• CT6-E Electric cargo tractor with up to 50 tons traction capacity. Features 80V battery, 630-1,050 Ah autonomy, and a monobloc high-strength chassis designed for intensive cargo and freight operations at airports and industrial sites.
• T135 Electric baggage tractor and the company's flagship product with over 20,000 units in operation worldwide. Designed for demanding airport environments with proven durability, consistent performance, and one of the best warranties in the industry.
• TD225 DEFENCE Thermal (gasoline) military tractor with 30 tons traction capacity. Tier 3 engine with hydrostatic transmission for smooth driving and constant torque in extreme military environments including naval air bases, advanced runways, and operational fields.
• TE 208 Industrial electric tractor designed for intensive operations. Powerful, ergonomic, robust and reliable for demanding industrial environments.
• TE 206 Compact industrial electric tractor where maneuverability makes the difference without compromising on robustness or operator comfort.
• TE 425 Unique tractor and mobility solution for 4-5 people combining mobility and strength in a single market offering.
• P2010-E Heavy electric flatbed with 2-tonne load capacity and 10-tonne traction capability. Doubles the payload of the P0810-E, designed for high-traffic airports, industrial sites, and military environments.
• P0810-E Compact electric utility flatbed originally designed for military applications with 800kg load capacity and 10-tonne traction capability. Adaptable to communities, maintenance services, and industrial sites.
• CBL2000-E Robust and versatile electric baggage conveyor suitable for all types of aircraft, reaching even the highest cargo holds.
• CBL150-E Compact electric belt loader with 6-meter belt for efficient cargo loading/unloading. Designed for small airports with space constraints and compatible with the SCOUT anti-collision system for aircraft and operator protection during docking maneuvers.
• After-Sales Service & Maintenance Technical support, maintenance services, and spare parts supply through a dedicated hotline and technician teams. Includes rapid supply and delivery, technical validation, excellent service availability, and traveling technicians for enterprise customers worldwide.
• Training Services Training programs for operators and maintenance personnel covering vehicle commissioning/demonstration and vehicle maintenance (electro-mechanics, electro-hydraulics).
• Reconditioning Kits Reconditioning kits offered to bring existing machines up to current standards based on client needs and legislative evolution.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20,000+ units operating worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• NavyacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Charlatte Manutention and Navya created Charlatte Autonom joint venture in 2019 to develop the AT135, the first autonomous electric baggage tractor. Charlatte Autonom provides full range of services from project studies to deployment and operational support with seamless integration process.
• FAYAT GroupflagshipOthersCharlatte Manutention joined FAYAT Group in 1999 and integrates the special vehicles division of this group. The FAYAT Group provides financial stability and access to group resources including FAYAT-IT for hosting services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Navya: Navya is the autonomous-driving partner in Charlatte Autonom and the supplier of autonomy stack, sensors and fleet management for the AT135. It is comparable as a co-developer of autonomous electric industrial vehicles.

Direct peers

• TLD Group: TLD is one of the world's largest manufacturers of airport ground support equipment (baggage tractors, belt loaders, GPUs, air-starters). It is Charlatte's most direct global competitor in electric GSE, serving the same airport customer base.
• Tronair: Tronair produces ground support equipment including tow vehicles, belt loaders, and utility GSE for aviation and military applications. It overlaps directly with Charlatte's airport and military GSE range.
• Goldhofer: Goldhofer manufactures heavy-duty and airport tow tractors and special-purpose transport vehicles. Its airport-tractor product range competes directly with Charlatte's T135, CT6-E and TD225 DEFENCE.
• Schopf Maschinenbau: Schopf builds heavy-duty industrial tractors and airport GSE, including electric tow tractors for air cargo and industrial sites. It competes with Charlatte's CT6-E and TE industrial tractor lines.
• Textron Specialized Vehicles (TUG / Safeaero): Through the TUG and Safeaero brands, Textron builds electric baggage tractors, belt loaders and utility GSE. It is a direct head-to-head competitor in airport electric tractors.

Broad incumbents

• JBT AeroTech: JBT AeroTech is a major broad-line airport ground support equipment and air cargo systems supplier. While much larger than Charlatte and offering a broader portfolio, it competes directly on baggage tractors and belt loaders.
• KION Group / Linde Material Handling: KION (with Linde, STILL, Dematic) is a global leader in industrial trucks and intralogistics. As a broader incumbent in electric industrial vehicles, it competes with Charlatte in factory and warehouse tractor applications.
• Kalmar (Cargotec): Kalmar, part of Cargotec, is a global leader in material handling equipment including terminal tractors and industrial trucks. It competes broadly in the same customer segments (industrial sites, ports) as Charlatte's TE/P-series.

Regional players

• AERO Specialties: AERO Specialties supplies GSE (tow bars, baggage tugs, belt loaders) primarily to North American airport operators, overlapping with Charlatte America in the US market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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