In September, DMP Réunion and MIM Mayotte, subsidiaries of the Potier group and exclusive DEVELON dealers, organised the latest edition of their annual event, XTREM PRO 2024. For this special year, DMP welcomed nearly 1000 visitors to the islands of Réunion and Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, in a friendly and professional atmosphere, demonstrating once again their central role in the construction and materials handling sector in the Indian Ocean.

A Festive Launch to Mark the Start of the Trade Fairs

For the first time, the XTREM PRO event kicked off with an exclusive evening cocktail reception, attended by 380 customers in Réunion and almost 100 in Mayotte. The event provided an opportunity to strengthen ties between DMP, MIM and their customers in a relaxed and professional atmosphere, while showcasing DEVELON's new products through informal discussions.

Pierre Le Merle, the Potier Group's Development Director for La Réunion and all its subsidiaries, explained: "XTREM PRO 2024 is a success that reflects not only the excellence of our products, but also our ability to rally building and civil engineering professionals around our vision. These open days have become a must for building and civil engineering professionals in Réunion and Mayotte. The evening was an ideal opportunity to launch our exhibitions in a friendly atmosphere, in the presence of our loyal customers. This type of event is essential for maintaining links with our partners and sharing our vision.

XTREM PRO 2024: A strategic event for DMP, MIM and VMI

The demonstrations showcased the innovative solutions offered by DEVELON, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, with dynamic displays of machines such as the :

• DEVELON DX100W-7 wheeled excavator (11 tonne) with quick hitch and Steel Wrist tiltrotator
• DEVELON DX57W-7 wheeled excavator (6 tonne) with quick hitch and Steel Wrist tiltrotator
• DEVELON DX245NHD-7 crawler excavator (25 tonne) with MB BFS80 crusher bucket and MB S18 screening bucket.

These machines have demonstrated their ability to meet the growing demands of construction professionals, reinforcing the position of DMP and MIM as strategic partners in the Indian Ocean region.

Expansion in French Guiana with the second edition of XTREM PRO

VMI Guyane, DEVELON dealer and subsidiary of the Potier Group for less than two years, organised the second edition of XTREM PRO on 11 and 12 October 2024. This event marked the grand premiere of the launch and demonstration of the new DEVELON DD130-7 dozer, a machine at the cutting edge of innovation.

Presented to customers, the Develon DD130-7 is also the first dozer in French Guiana. Stéphane DIEU, Excavators and Dozers product manager at DEVELON Europe, was on hand for the launch. One DD130-7 was sold during the Xtrem Pro show, and a second is currently being finalised.

Visitors were also able to test DEVELON's flagship machines, including :

• DX100W-7 wheeled excavator
• DX235LC-7 crawler excavator
• DL200-7 wheel loader
• DD130-7 dozer

In addition to the demonstrations, a number of machines were on static display to allow detailed observation of their design and functionality, including :

• DX235LC-7 crawler excavator
• DX85-7 compact excavator

As with the trade shows on Reunion Island and Mayotte, the event in French Guiana began with an evening dedicated to customers, bringing together key players in the region's construction industry to discuss the solutions offered by DEVELON.

VMI: A strategic subsidiary of the Potier Group in French Guiana

VMI is the dealer arm of the multi-faceted GLS group. GLS also includes CMI, specialising in module manufacture, and PLS, dedicated to rental and transport. This diversity enables VMI to draw on solid expertise while incorporating the family and customer-centric DNA of the Potier group. As Jean-Luc Potier, Chairman of the Group, often says: "With us, it's the DMP Spirit".

DMP, MIM, VMI: DEVELON dealers at the Heart of the Potier Group's development

With a workforce of 450 and a stronger presence in the Indian Ocean and French Guiana, the Potier Group is continuing its strategic expansion, supported by its dealers DMP, MIM and VMI. These businesses contribute to the group's ambition to provide high-performance solutions tailored to the needs of local businesses, while incorporating the latest technological innovations.