PHILIPPE TP

What PHILIPPE TP does

Philippe TP is a privately held French construction and public works equipment distributor operating exclusively under the JCB and Atlas Copco brands across the Hauts-de-France region. Founded in 2004 from the restructuring of the earlier Philippe MTP (1975), the company is a subsidiary of the family-controlled YAMAT Group chaired by Yannick Matton. Philippe TP runs four physical agencies located at Libercourt (headquarters), Haulchin, Craywick, and Gauchy, supported by 37 employees and a fleet of more than 1,000 JCB machines in active deployment in the region.

The company's offering spans new and used equipment sales, short- and long-term equipment rental, after-sales service via mobile and workshop-based technicians, and original spare parts distribution. The product catalog covers crawler and wheeled excavators, wheel loaders, compact loaders, telescopic handlers, aerial work platforms, forklifts, mini-excavators, backhoe loaders, site dumpers, compaction rollers, mobile air compressors, diesel generators, and light towers. JCB equipment represents approximately 95% of the company's public works activity, making the exclusive JCB dealership the operational backbone of the business.

Philippe TP generated €15 million in revenue in 2023 and serves both professional construction contractors (the primary segment) and individual clients undertaking private construction or landscaping projects. Revenue is generated through four streams: one-time equipment sales, recurring rental contracts, professional service fees for maintenance and repair, and hardware sales of spare parts. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed, and the go-to-market motion is direct, agency-led sales and rental rather than digital or channel-partner-led acquisition. Marketing relies on the company website, Facebook, and LinkedIn, with ISO 9001 certification held at the YAMAT Group level since 1998.

Name

PHILIPPE TP

Legal name

Philippe TP

Website

https://philippetp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Philippe TP is a French construction equipment distributor and exclusive JCB and Atlas Copco dealer operating four agencies in Hauts-de-France, serving professional contractors and individual clients with equipment sales, a 1,000+ machine rental fleet, and maintenance services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Libercourt, Hauts de France

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of new and used construction equipment including excavators, loaders, compactors, telehandlers, and accessories
2. Equipment Rental: Short-term and long-term rental of construction machinery with over 1000 machines available
3. After-Sales Service and Repairs: Maintenance and repair services both in workshops and on-site, with mobile technicians
4. Spare Parts Sales: Original spare parts availability across all 4 agencies for JCB and Atlas Copco equipment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Philippe TP is the exclusive regional dealer in Hauts-de-France for JCB and Atlas Copco construction and industrial machinery, distributing new and used equipment, operating a rental fleet of more than 1000 machines, and providing maintenance, repair, and original spare parts services through four agency locations. Its offering spans excavators, loaders, telescopic handlers, aerial work platforms, mini-excavators, backhoe loaders, forklifts, dumpers, compaction equipment, mobile air compressors, generators, and light towers to both professional contractors and individual customers.

Product overview

PHILIPPE TP is a construction equipment distribution company operating as exclusive dealer for JCB and Atlas Copco brands, serving the Hauts-de-France region of France. The company operates as a single-brand multi-product distributor offering over 1000 rental machines alongside new and used equipment sales. Their product portfolio spans excavators (crawler and wheeled), wheel loaders, compact loaders, telescopic handlers, aerial work platforms, forklifts, dumpers, compaction equipment, mobile air compressors, generators, and light towers. They complement equipment sales with after-sales service, spare parts supply, and rental services through 4 regional agencies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• JCB Construction Equipment Exclusive regional distribution of JCB-branded construction equipment including crawler and wheeled excavators, wheel loaders, compact loaders, telescopic handlers, aerial work platforms, mini-excavators, backhoe loaders, forklifts, dumpers, and compaction machines, sold to professional contractors and individuals in Hauts-de-France.
• Atlas Copco Equipment Exclusive regional distribution of Atlas Copco mobile air compressors, diesel generators (QAS, QAS+, QES, QAC TwinPower series), and light towers (HiLight and other series) for construction-site power and illumination, sold to professional contractors and industry buyers.
• Equipment Rental (Location de matériels) Short-term and long-term rental of construction machinery including excavators, loaders, telescopic handlers, aerial platforms, dumpers, compressors, generators, and light towers, with a fleet of more than 1000 machines deployed across the Hauts-de-France region.
• After-Sales Service (Service Après-Vente) After-sales maintenance, repair, and breakdown assistance delivered through mobile technicians and stationary workshops, available to owners of JCB, Atlas Copco, and other equipment brands serviced through Philippe TP's four agencies.
• Spare Parts (Pièces détachées) Original manufacturer spare parts held in stock at all four Philippe TP agencies to support immediate maintenance and repair of JCB and Atlas Copco equipment, helping customers avoid extended downtime.
• Used Equipment (Nos occasions) Sale of used and pre-owned construction equipment from JCB and other brands, offered as a lower-cost alternative to new machinery for professional contractors and individual buyers in Hauts-de-France.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1000 machines in operation across Hauts-de-France
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered parent and primary.

• Yamat GroupparentStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhilippe TP is a subsidiary of Yamat Group, a family-owned holding company created in 2014 by Yannick Matton. The group comprises 4 entities: PHILIPPE TP, PHILMAT, DYMAT LOC, and L'AVENIR, with 90 employees and 35 million EUR revenue in 2023 across 6 sites.
• JCBprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive dealer for JCB construction equipment including excavators, loaders, telehandlers, forklifts, backhoe loaders, mini-excavators, and compact loaders. JCB represents 95% of Philippe TP's public works activity.
• Atlas CopcoprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive dealer for Atlas Copco products including air compressors, power generators, and light towers for construction sites.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Loxam: Europe's largest equipment rental company with a dense French branch network. Competes with Philippe TP's rental operations while also providing integrated digital booking and national account management that local dealers cannot match.
• Kiloutou: One of France's largest equipment rental companies with a national network of branches offering a wide multi-brand fleet. Competes directly with Philippe TP's rental segment but on a national scale with broader brand and equipment diversity.
• Haulotte: French manufacturer of aerial work platforms (one of the product categories Philippe TP distributes from JCB). Adjacent industry overlap with Philippe TP's aerial work platform distribution business, particularly in the construction and industrial end-markets.
• Manitou: French-headquartered global manufacturer of telehandlers, aerial work platforms, and material handling equipment. While Philippe TP is a distributor (not competitor), Manitou represents the broader French construction equipment ecosystem and is a potential alternative brand supplier.

Direct peers

• Sotradies: Exclusive Volvo Construction Equipment dealer in France, selling and renting earthmoving equipment with associated parts and service. Operates the same single-brand exclusive dealer model Philippe TP uses with JCB, with similar customer base and revenue model.
• Beausoleil: Another JCB dealer in France serving different geographic territories, providing construction equipment sales, rental, and service. Most direct comparable as fellow JCB exclusive dealer with nearly identical product offering and customer segments.
• Bergerat Monnoyeur: Long-standing exclusive Caterpillar dealer in France, distributing construction equipment, providing rentals, parts, and after-sales service across the country. Philippe TP mirrors this exact exclusive-brand dealer model with JCB, making it the most structurally comparable peer.

Emerging players

• Locapro: French construction equipment rental specialist focused on compact and small equipment. Competes in Philippe TP's rental segment with a more focused, smaller-equipment offering, likely overlapping on mini-excavators and compact loaders.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100064003628778
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/philippe-tp

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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