ATA Tow Tractors

ATA Tow Tractors – Since 1952, 10-200 Ton Capacity, Hydrogen-Powered Innovation, ISO 9001 & NATO Certified

Core Services & Expertise

ATA Tow Tractors operates as established manufacturer of industrial towing equipment and airport ground support vehicles serving global market since founding.

Founded in 1952 in Modena, Italy by Ageo Bergamini who began assembling small towing tractors for internal use in furnaces and building spare parts and agricultural equipment drawing on experience as department head at FIAT Trattori.

Core positioning: Maximum customer satisfaction through quality, reliability, safety, and environmental respect while constantly developing innovative solutions including hydrogen-powered, zero-emission technology for future of industrial towing.

The company serves airlines, Italian and foreign airport management companies, ports across Italy, Europe, North Africa, and Asia, plus major industrial plants including motor vehicles and heavy industry sectors.

Core Services

Hydrogen-Powered Tractors: Revolutionary zero-emission towing technology representing future of green industrial transport for airports and industrial applications. Hydrogen revolution initiative demonstrated at Inter Airport Europe trade fair advancing sustainable GSE operations.

Electric Industrial Tractors: Comprehensive electric range from compact E200 model to powerful E600 capable of safely towing up to 60 tons with 35,000 peak towing force. Among first hybrid diesel/electric tractors developed in Europe (2005).

Diesel and LPG Industrial Tractors: Extensive diesel tractor range from small Leprotto to powerful 8700 4×4 and flagship ATA 9500 with 150-ton towing capacity ballastable to 200 tons. Complete LPG-powered lineup securing major contracts from French airports and German automotive industry.

Airport Baggage Tractors: Specialized equipment for towing baggage and equipment in airports becoming Italian leader in production for both civil and military airport operations with established commercial agreements with world-leading manufacturers.

Aircraft Towing Solutions: ZAC 100 aircraft towing tractor and Lektro representation (world leader in electric towbarless aircraft towing) completing comprehensive range for airport ground operations.

Industrial Trailers: Complete trailer solutions for every towing need including flatbed-mounted cranes and road-rail solutions for rail towing applications. Technical department develops customized and tailor-made solutions based on specific customer requirements.

Rental and Used Equipment: Convenient rental solutions and guaranteed used equipment options providing flexible acquisition methods with customization capabilities for diverse operational requirements.

Certifications & Authorizations

ISO 9001 Certification: Quality management system certification ensuring consistent product quality and customer satisfaction through standardized processes.

NATO Certification: Military standards compliance enabling supply to defense organizations and military airport operations worldwide.

Hobart Partnership: Commercial agreement with world-leading generator manufacturer for airport ground power equipment integration.

Trilectron Partnership: Distribution agreement for air conditioners and aircraft starters expanding airport GSE product portfolio.

Lektro Representation: Exclusive representation of world leader in electric towbarless aircraft towing technology strengthening airport market presence.

Geographic Coverage

Italy Headquarters: ATA srl Via Salvador Allende, 21-23 41122 Modena Italy Phone: +39 059 314101 Fax: +39 059 311553

Market Presence:

• Italy (domestic leader in airport sector)
• Europe (Germany, France, UK)
• North Africa
• Asia
• International ports and industrial plants

Client Benefits & Advantages

Airlines, airport management companies, ports, and industrial plants selecting ATA benefit from 70+ years manufacturing expertise:

• Hydrogen Innovation Leadership: Zero-emission hydrogen-powered tractors representing cutting-edge sustainable technology for environmentally conscious airport and industrial operations reducing carbon footprint.
• Comprehensive Capacity Range: Towing solutions from 10 tons to 200 tons accommodating diverse operational requirements from light baggage handling to heavy industrial transport with single-source supplier convenience.
• Multi-Fuel Flexibility: Electric, diesel, petrol, and LPG power options providing operational flexibility based on infrastructure availability, cost considerations, and environmental regulations specific to each facility.
• Customization Capabilities: Technical department ready to develop tailored solutions including specialized trailers, road-rail conversions, custom hooks, air braking systems, and registration for road circulation.
• Proven Track Record: Italian market leadership in airport sector since 1970s with significant market share in Germany and France demonstrating reliability and performance validation across diverse operating environments.
• Safety and Comfort Features: Extensive optional extras including air braking for trailers, automatic hooks, rear controls for small movements, and comfort enhancements ensuring absolute safety in all working conditions.

ATA combines industrial towing equipment manufacturing, hydrogen-powered innovation, and comprehensive airport GSE solutions with ISO 9001 and NATO certifications, 70+ years heritage, Lektro partnership for towbarless technology, and proven deployment across European airports, North African ports, and Asian industrial facilities serving airlines, airport operators, ports, and automotive manufacturers emphasizing sustainability and reliability.

Quick Facts

• Company: ATA Tow Tractors srl
• Founded: 1952 (70+ years)
• Headquarters: Modena, Italy
• Towing Capacity Range: 10-200 tons
• Power Options: Electric, Diesel, LPG, Hydrogen
• Certifications: ISO 9001, NATO
• Signature Product: Legendary Leprotto tractor (continuous production since 1950s)

Contact Details

Address: Via Salvador Allende, 21-23, 41122 Modena, Italy
Phone: +39 059 314101
Fax: +39 059 311553
Email: info@ata-modena.com
Website: https://www.ata-modena.com
VAT Number: 00180350365

Location