AGCO announces €87 million investment in France

AGCO Corporation has announced the construction of a parts distribution center in Amnéville, France. The total investment will be approximately €87 million, with €17 million earmarked for a sustainable, low-emissions facility. The new center will serve Europe and the Middle East and will be the primary parts distributor for the Americas and Asia-Pacific. Operation is expected to begin by the end of 2026.

The new center, with 84.000 m² of built area on a 200.000 m² site, consolidates five facilities into a single operation. The company will use advanced technologies to optimize order processing and ensure more efficient delivery of parts. The site will feature state-of-the-art automated storage, packaging and scanning equipment.

According to Jena Holtberg-Benge, AGCO’s vice president of aftermarket, the center will strengthen parts supply and improve the employee experience. She noted that the investment reflects the company’s commitment to farmers and its dealer network.

The new facility will be designed with sustainability in mind. The roof will be equipped with solar panels to generate renewable energy, and all handling equipment will be electric. The facility will also use rainwater for cleaning and sanitation purposes, helping to conserve water resources in a region that is expected to experience high water stress by 2030.

In addition, the move to Amnéville will help revitalize a disused industrial area. The company plans to decontaminate the soil, plant around 200 trees and adopt practices that promote biodiversity.

Philippe Gehl, AGCO’s Senior Manager in France, stressed that the transition will be carried out in partnership with the team at the current Ennery center, ensuring continuity of service and employee well-being. The new center will have the capacity to manage more than five million orders per year, which should increase the uptime of farmers’ machines.