Fayat Breaks Ground on New U.S. Parts Distribution Hub in South Carolina
100,000-Sq-Ft Facility to Support Road Equipment Division and Boost Regional Support
The Fayat Group has started construction on a new 100,000-sq-ft parts distribution center in Fairfield County, South Carolina. Located next to Bomag Americas’ North American headquarters, the facility will support Fayat’s growing road equipment business across the United States and Canada. The $13.7 million project will help Fayat streamline parts distribution, improve after-sales service and training and expand localized production. The site is scheduled to be operational by Q4 2025. From the press release:
“I am proud to announce another strategic investment that will benefit the entire Road Division in multiple ways,” said [Fayat group president Jean-Claude] Fayat to a crowd of state and local officials and Fayat team members. “Groundbreaking for this new Fayat distribution center in Fairfield County is not just a new facility. It is a symbol of our strategic investment in North America, Fairfield County, our dealers and our customers. This expansion is more than a business decision. It’s a testament to our confidence in the future of North America and our deep appreciation for the hardworking communities here.”
Key Details on the New Facility
- Location: Ridgeway, South Carolina
- Size: 100,000 sq ft
- Investment: $13.7 million
- Jobs Created: 75 new positions
- Opening Date: Late 2025
- Adjacent to: Bomag Americas HQ
The site will serve Fayat’s Road Equipment Division, which includes brands like Bomag, Dynapac, Charlatte, Asphalt Drum Mixers, Fayat Cleantech and Mecalac. This marks the second major investment by Fayat in Fairfield County. The company opened its Bomag Americas headquarters there in 2014 and currently employs more than 120 people in the region. From the press release:
{Fayat Road Equipment Division General Manager, North America, Rob] Mueckler added, “Ten years ago, the Fayat Group made a strategic decision to invest in Fairfield County. Ever since, we’ve experienced tremendous success, thanks in no small part to the outstanding local workforce. The skill, commitment and work ethic of the people have made a lasting impact on our business. Today, this workforce has become one of our greatest competitive advantages.”
Boosting U.S. Operations
Fayat is strengthening its North American footprint to meet growing demand for roadbuilding equipment. The new distribution center will enable faster parts delivery and improved service for dealers and customers. It will also expand production capacity and create more room for operator training programs. The expansion demonstrates Fayat’s long-term commitment to the U.S. market and reinforces the region as a key hub for its global operations.
Who Is Fayat Again?
Founded in 1957 in Libourne, France, Fayat is a privately held industrial group with global reach. The company operates in 170 countries and employs over 23,000 people. In 2024, it reported revenues of $5.7 billion Euros. Fayat’s activities span eight sectors, from construction and roadbuilding to energy services and steel structures. The Road Equipment Division is one of its most visible operations, made up of major equipment brands with a focus on paving, compaction, soil stabilization and road maintenance.
Major Acquisitions in Road Equipment:
- Ermont (1987) — Asphalt plants
- Marini (1998) — Asphalt production equipment
- BOMAG (2004) — Compaction machines
- Dynapac (2017) — Paving and compaction
- Dulevo (2021) — Road sweepers
- Mecalac (2025) — Compact urban machines
Fayat Acquires Mecalac
Earlier this year, Fayat signed an agreement to acquire Mecalac Group, another French equipment manufacturer. Mecalac is known for innovative compact machines tailored for urban construction and tight jobsites. This acquisition extends Fayat’s reach into the fast-growing compact equipment sector and brings new capabilities to its U.S. operations.
What Mecalac Brings to the Table
Mecalac was founded in 1974 and operates in more than 85 countries. Its North American HQ is located in Norfolk, Massachusetts. Its unique product lineup includes:
- MCR Skid-Excavators – Hybrid excavator/skid steers
- AS Swing Loaders – Articulated loaders with swivel booms
- MR Wheeled Excavators – Mid-sized, maneuverable wheeled units
- Revotruck Dumpers – Dumpers with rotating cabs
- MCL Loaders – Compact articulated loaders for landscaping, ag and snow
Mecalac has also developed electric variants of its core machines and showcased new designs at bauma 2025, including the Revo990 rotating backhoe and the eS900tele electric loader.
Looking Ahead
With Fayat’s scale and Mecalac’s innovation, U.S. contractors can expect a more diverse lineup of compact machines. This strategic combination aligns road-focused technology with urban jobsite demands — an area where compact equipment continues to gain ground. Stay tuned to Compact Equipment for continued coverage as Fayat’s expansion in North America unfolds.
Keith Gribbins is publisher of Compact Equipment.
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