For Immediate Release

August 18, 2004

Manitowoc Crane Group Appoints Kyle Nape Vice President of Latin American Sales

The Manitowoc Crane Group has announced Kyle A. Nape has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Sales – Latin America. Kyle will be responsible for all Manitowoc Crane Group activities within the region, including sales, distribution development and new business.

Having spent over 20 years in the lifting industry, Kyle brings a wealth of valuable experience to the post. In his eight years with Grove, Kyle served as a district manager for Latin America, rising through the ranks to most recently become Director of Sales-Latin America. Kyle also previously worked in the lifting business handling marketing, training, and parts at various times in Africa and the Mediterranean.

“Through Kyle’s leadership we have increased sales in this most important market,” said David Birkhauser, Senior Vice President of Sales at Manitowoc Crane Group - Americas. “In addition, Kyle was instrumental in establishing our new office in Monterrey, Mexico. He also played a pivotal role in helping integrate the Grove, Potain, National and Manitowoc sales team into one cohesive organization supporting Latin America.”

About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes, tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment for the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the US maritime industry.

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Manitowoc Crane Group           
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