Exhibit 99.1

Manitex International, Inc. Announces Sale of CVS Subsidiary

Net Proceeds of $19 Million Slated for Debt Reduction

BRIDGEVIEW, IL , December 27, 2016 — Manitex International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MNTX), a leading international provider of cranes and specialized equipment, today announced that it has sold its CVS Ferrari, S.r.l. (“CVS”) subsidiary to two Italian companies BP S.r.l. and NEIP III S.p.A., (collectively the “Purchasers”) for $5 million in cash, and the assumption of $14 million of net CVS debt. CVS was originally acquired by Manitex in July 2011 for consideration of $4 million in cash, and the assumption of $1 million in CVS debt. Trailing 12 months (TTM) revenue and EBITDA for CVS were approximately $50 million and $2 million, respectively, at the time of sale. The Purchasers, based in Italy, are privately-held manufacturers and service providers for terminal handling equipment provided around the world. As part of the transaction, Manitex retained the operations of CVS’s Valla division, which offers a full range of electric precision pick and carry cranes. The transaction closed December 22, 2016.

Additionally, Manitex had previously disclosed the sale of the CVS’s terminal tractor product line to a related party which occurred March 3, 2016 and yielded cash proceeds of $3 million (inclusive of VAT), and resulted in a gain of $2 million.

David J. Langevin, Chairman and CEO of Manitex, commented, “The divestiture of CVS is another important step forward in our corporate program to focus our resources on our higher margin core lifting businesses and to reduce the Company’s indebtedness which remain our top corporate priorities heading into 2017. CVS is a solid strategic fit with the Purchasers and this transaction should be of substantial benefit to all parties. We are deeply appreciative of the efforts of the entire CVS team and are confident that Purchasers will be an excellent owners and operators of this business.”

In connection with the closing of the transaction Manitex expects to record in its fourth quarter and year end 2016 results certain allocated non-cash charges for goodwill and intangible assets relating to the disposal of a portion of its CVS segment, which are expected to be approximately $7 to $8 million in aggregate.

About Manitex International, Inc.

Manitex International, Inc. is a leading worldwide provider of highly engineered specialized equipment including boom trucks, cranes, container handling equipment and reach stackers, and other related equipment. Our products, which are manufactured in facilities located in the USA and Italy, are targeted to selected niche markets where their unique designs and engineering excellence fill the needs of our customers and provide a competitive advantage. We have consistently added to our portfolio of branded products and equipment both through internal development and focused acquisitions to diversify and expand our sales and profit base while remaining committed to our niche market strategy. Our brands include Manitex, PM, Badger, Sabre, and Valla. ASV, our Joint Venture with Terex Corporation, manufactures and sells a line of high quality compact track and skid steer loaders.

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Non-GAAP Financial Measures

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Contact:

Manitex International, Inc. David Langevin Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (708) 237-2060 djlangevin@manitexinternational.com Darrow Associates, Inc. Peter Seltzberg, Managing Director Investor Relations (516) 510-8768 pseltzberg@darrowir.com