Yanmar master dealer expands with new facility in France
C2 Marine has opened a new 400m² mechanical facility intended to support its role as a Yanmar Marine International master dealer and to strengthen service delivery within France. The company has partnered with Yanmar, a manufacturer of maritime propulsion, with eight years as a master dealer.
The new site includes an 80m² reception and showroom area dedicated to marine mechanics and a 90m² workshop equipped for mechanical services. A 220m² storage area has also been added to support logistics and parts management. Additional infrastructure includes new offices and a designated training room for technical and sales training for subdealers.
As a master dealer, C2 Marine handles sales of Yanmar engines and spare parts, carries out maintenance, provides certified training and offers technical support on Yanmar engines.
The development also involved the renovation of the AD Nautic shop, which now includes a section for marine clothing and Helly Hansen apparel.
“The decision to expand and reorganise was driven by our desire to clarify and strengthen our brand offering,” says Cedric Chorlay, managing director at C2 Marine. “With this investment, we not only enhance our customer experience but also reaffirm our leadership and long-term commitment to supporting Yanmar’s brand presence in France and beyond.”
Floris Lettinga, director of sales and marketing for Yanmar Marine International, adds: “C2 Marine’s new facility is a powerful example of the commitment and professionalism we value in our master dealer network. This investment enhances our ability to support customers across France and beyond and underlines the strength of our long-term partnership with C2 Marine — one that continues to set new benchmarks for service, expertise, and customer care within the Yanmar network.”
The mechanical centre, located in the port of Canet en Roussillon, is currently the largest investment by a Yanmar master dealer in France.
Yanmar says it is intended to serve both domestic and international clients, and to reinforce C2 Marine’s role within the wider Yanmar dealer network in Europe.
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