21.07.2026

Tadano adds to French team

Tadano has appointed Frédéric Valentin as sales manager for France. He joins the company following 20 years with wire rope and chain manufacturer Traction Levage, part of the Axel Johson group, the global group that also owns Certex and Lifting Gear companies. For the past 15 years he was a branch manager.

Valentin began his career 1996 in a sales role with wholesale company Epac Expansion, leaving for Traction Levage in 2006, he initially started with Tadano a few months ago.

Tadano France general manager, Jean-Marie Grossmann said: “We are delighted to welcome Frédéric to the Tadano team. His extensive experience in the lifting industry, combined with his strong customer orientation and technical expertise, make him a valuable addition to our organisation. We are confident that he will further strengthen our relationships with customers and contribute significantly to our continued growth in the French market.”

Valentin added: “I am excited to join the Tadano team and look forward to working closely with our customers and colleagues to help drive their success and contribute to Tadano’s development in France.”