Plant & Equipment | May-June 2021, Issue 246

May - June 2021

COMPACT LEADER

Blockbuster launches from Bobcat – including an all-
new backhoe – should help cement its leadership in
the compact equipment market.

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THE WAY ISSUEDIVERSIFIED
FORWARD GROWTH

Komatsu is 100! Its focus Renault Trucks strengthens
is on the next 100 years. electromobility solutions.
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THE WAY FORWARD
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COMPACT LEADER

With a number of new machine launches in the
past 12 months – including the latest generation
100 horsepower R-Series B730 backhoe loader
– Bobcat’s range of compact construction
equipment has never been larger, says Gaby
Rhayem, Bobcat’s Regional Director for the
Middle East and Africa.

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DIVERSIFIED GROWTH

Renault Trucks recently held a virtual press
conference to talk about the past year, their
performance, and how the company is also
focusing its interest on refurbishing trucks
and strengthening electromobility to align
the company’s future to be in tune with
environmental protection.

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POWERFULLY COMPACT

Metso Outotec, a global solution manufacturer
for the mining, aggregates and metals
industries, recently launched two new products
through a seamless virtual event.

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4 HIGH-TECH TRUCKS

New generation vehicles and an increased
focus on transport and delivery solutions point
to the future direction of the trucking industry.

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POWER BUSINESS

Generators are vital – whether in continuous,
prime power or back-up applications – so
quality and low running costs ensure reliability.

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READY FOR WORK

While big OEMs dominate the machinery
market, when it comes to attachments many
smaller companies have compelling offerings
for breakers, demolition equipment and
augers.

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GROWTH STRATEGY

ADNOC L&S EXPANDS MATERIAL HANDLING
SERVICES WITH MAJOR EQUIPMENT ACQUISITION

ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S), the shipping and The transaction includes a Transitional Services Agreement
maritime logistics arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company with ADNOC L&S for up to four months, to support the
(ADNOC), announced the acquisition of the UAE-based assets transfer of assets. During this time, Speedy’s UAE-based
of Speedy Hire PLC (Speedy), the UK’s leading provider of employees will be on-boarded by ADNOC L&S at its Mussafah
tools and equipment hire for the oil & gas, construction, and offshore logistics base. Speedy currently has close to 600
industrial sectors. employees within the UAE.

Under the terms of the acquisition, ADNOC L&S will take Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO at ADNOC Logistics and
ownership of Speedy’s equipment, stock and other fixed assets Services, said: “The expansion plan we are pursuing is in line
relating to its Middle East business. The acquisition adds more with ADNOC Group’s 2030 growth strategy. Speedy has been
than 2,000 pieces of equipment, including cranes, forklifts, an efficient and reliable equipment and manpower services
firetrucks and other high-value machinery used for offshore and specialist for several years, and their assets and skilled personnel
onshore material handling services, to ADNOC L&S’ asset base. in the region are valuable as we look to expand our offshore
logistics operations. We already have a sizeable offshore logistics
base in Mussafah, the largest in the region, from which we
provide offshore logistics solutions to nine locations, including
six artificial islands. The assets we are acquiring will strengthen
the integrated logistics services that we provide and deepen our
offering within oil and gas logistics.”

ADNOC L&S already provides offshore material handling
services to ADNOC Offshore, which covers nine offshore
locations including six artificial islands and three natural
islands within the UAE. Speedy is one of the leading material
handling operators for the oil & gas sector in the Middle East

since 2012..

COLLABORATION

IVECO APPOINTS GHASSAN ABOUD CARS UAE
USED TRUCKS DISTRIBUTOR

UAE based Ghassan Aboud Group (GAC) joined forces with and completes our offering for commercial trucks to our
OK Trucks and announced adding OK Trucks pre-owned to customers in the MEA region. We are immensely gratified that
their current IVECO new trucks portfolio. OK Trucks is the despite the havoc that this pandemic unleashed on worldwide
dedicated brand of selling and marketing pre-owned vehicles markets GAC was able to successfully follow and implement
certified by IVECO. the roadmap for IVECO brand development in our territories,”
said Jawed Ali Khan, General Manager of Ghassan Aboud
For GAC being named distributors in the UAE is of strategic
importance, as it allows GAC to represent one of the market Commercial Vehicles and Heavy Equipment..
leaders in manufacturing and selling trucks and vans in the
UAE specifically as well as the MEA area. The collaboration
between OK Trucks and GAC also aims to fill the gaps and to
ensure a reliable, easily accessible source for procuring pre-
owned trucks.

GACs entry in the segment aligns with its strategy of being
in every part of the automotive value chain and leverage
their dedicated network of showrooms with a strong IVECO
identity. “The latest addition consolidates our product line

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MIDDLE EAST NEWS

COST-EFFECTIVE ORDER

KALMAR TO SUPPLY FIVE REACHSTACKERS
TO KEY PETROCHEMICAL CUSTOMER IN
SAUDI ARABIA

Kalmar announced that it has secured a contract to supply a features easily accessible service points to make maintenance
key Saudi Arabian customer in the petrochemical industry with quicker and easier, the ergonomically designed Essential cabin
a total of five Kalmar Essential Reachstackers. The deal was that makes driving more comfortable, and a range of standard
completed through local dealer Al Khorayef Commercial Co. features to increase the safety of customer operations.

The customer will use the new reachstackers to facilitate its Abdullah Al Khorayef, CEO at Al Khorayef Commercial
storage, logistics and export shipment activities related to Company Group, said: “Kalmar is a well-known and respected
petrochemical products at King Abdullah Port. Based on Kalmar's brand in the Saudi market, and the Essential reachstacker
proven G-generation platform, the Kalmar Essential Reachstacker meets the customer’s needs at a cost-competitive price.
The new machines will enable them to improve the overall
productivity and efficiency of their operations.”

Rob van Klingeren, VP at Kalmar India, Middle East and Africa
added: “I am delighted that Al Khorayef Commercial Co. has
succeeded in securing this deal with an important customer
in the region, strengthening the reputation of the Kalmar
brand. Far more than merely supplying the equipment, we
will together with our partner Al Khorayef Commercial Co.
continue to act as a service ambassador in the region, ensuring
that the customer’s equipment fleet delivers the reliability and
productivity that has made Kalmar a respected brand across

the Middle East region.”.

STRONG PARTNERSHIP

HIAB RENEWS DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT WITH
THOR MIDDLE EAST

Hiab, part of Cargotec, has renewed its distribution agreement With the addition of Thor Middle East, Al Shirawi Equipment
with Thor Middle East, which has recently been acquired by Al Co will cement its position as the leading ‘One Stop’ solution
Shirawi Equipment Co (Oasis Investment Group). and service provider to the waste management, construction
and transportation sectors building on its already dominant
Thor Middle East L.L.C is the regional importer and distributor position.
for Hiab and is responsible for sales, parts & service support
within the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Thor Middle East will continue to operate as an independent
company and being part of the large Al Shirawi group
of companies will give Hiab loader cranes, multilift
demountables, zepro tail lifts, jonsered recycling cranes and
loglift forestry cranes the deserved visibility and support across
the Middle East and looks forward to further growth of market
share and volume.

“It is important for Hiab to have a strong local partner in
the Middle East that can closely support our end customers.
For this reason we are very happy to continue to work with
Thor Middle East and look forward to developing a strong
partnership with the Al Shirawi Group,” said Henrik Wittgren,

Regional Business Manager at Hiab..

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OPTIMIZATION

RULER OF RAS AL KHAIMAH ATTENDS SIGNING
CEREMONY OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN ETIHAD
RAIL AND STEVIN ROCK

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Etihad Rail regularly holds meetings and seminars,
Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, was present at communicating with companies in the construction materials
the signing of an agreement between Etihad Rail, the developer industry, including quarrying companies in Al Ghail, Al
of the UAE’s National Rail Network, and Ras Al Khaimah’s Taween, Al Siji, Shuka, Masafi, and surrounding areas, to
Stevin Rock, one of the largest quarrying companies in the showcase the benefits of connecting Stage Two of the project
world. Under the terms of the agreement, Etihad Rail will with quarrying companies, which comes as a strategic step to
transport raw materials from Ras Al Khaimah to Abu Dhabi. transport limestone from its sources in the north of the nation
to the emirates of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
This agreement is of considerable significance as the first
in a series of commercial agreements for Stage Two of the Stevin Rock has been operating in the Emirate of Ras Al
UAE National Rail Network, which sees major organisations Khaimah since 1978, providing the highest quality materials
based in the UAE connected throughout the Emirates, via and services to the construction, cement, steel, mining, glass
Etihad Rail’s highly anticipated national railway network, and chemical industries in the GCC region and beyond. Through
which stretches over 605 kilometres from Al Ghuwaifat on using the UAE’s National Rail Network to transport aggregate,
the UAE’s border with Saudi Arabia in the west to the port Stevin Rock will enjoy enhanced operational efficiency,
of Fujairah on the eastern coast. An estimated 3.5 million improved delivery, and an expanded regional supply chain,
tonnes of construction material will be carried annually
from Stevin Rock’s Al Ghail quarry in Ras Al Khaimah to Abu while reducing greatly the company’s carbon footprint..
Dhabi, through 500 annual train trips. Each train will measure
one kilometre in length, hauling 70 wagons that will have a
carrying capacity of 7,000 tonnes per journey. The agreement
will have significant environmental benefits, with an annual
reduction of 100,000 truck trips.

Etihad Rail began construction works on the Al Ghail facility,
which is part of the freight facilities series the company is
developing, in 2020 with the aim of providing transportation
services from the quarries of Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah to
the rest of the UAE.

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MIDDLE EAST NEWS

GETS THE JOB DONE

DEMAG CC 3800-1 LIFTS HEAT RECOVERY STEAM
GENERATORS IN THE UAE

As part of a power plant expansion, one of the jobs for Al Faris The heaviest and most challenging lifts by far involved the
was to install 16 double-wall heat recovery steam generators, 28-meter-long heat recovery steam generators, which weighed
which will be used to recover the gas power plant’s waste heat up to 80 tonnes. These HRSG units had to be brought to
and improve its efficiency. The company used its own Demag a height of just under 60m at a radius of 40m so that they
CC 3800-1 lattice boom crawler crane as the main crane for could be installed. To do this, the Al Faris team used an SWSL
the job. configuration with a 48m main boom, a 36m fly jib, a Superlift
counterweight of 165 tonnes with a radius of eleven meters.
“After considering the load weights and the required
performance characteristics, it became clear that only a crane For the 16 lifts, the Demag CC 3800-1 was assisted by a
in the 650 tonne class would be able to get the job done. And 250-tonne crawler crane from Al Faris’ fleet. The latter picked
the reason we ended up deciding on the Demag CC 3800-1 up the heat recovery steam generators from one end so that
was that it met every single requirement better than all other the CC 3800-1 would be able to bring them to a vertical
machines, not to mention that we’re very familiar with its position. After this, the 250-tonne crane “unhanded” the
high reliability and incredible capabilities,” said Hilary Pinto, load so that the CC 3800-1 would be able to travel under
Founder and Managing Director at Al Faris. load with the corresponding HRSG unit and place it into the

It took a seven-person setup team made up of a crane operator, desired position..
a supervisor, and five assembly technicians 20 hours to set
up the crane with an SSL resp. SWSL configuration. “That
really was a pretty amazing feat by our people. After all, the
66-meter-long boom couldn’t be assembled on the ground due
to the SSL configuration and the limited space available, so
they had to do it at height,” added Pinto.

The project took a total of six months and consisted of
transporting and setting up various power plant components,
such as condensers, boilers, HRSG modules, generators, and
tanks. To take care of this, Al Faris used a whole armada of
special-purpose vehicles, including hydraulic trailers and
various all-terrain and crawler cranes.

LARGE ORDER

JUFFALI COMMERCIAL VEHICLES COMPANY
SUPPLIES 255 MERCEDES BENZ ACTROS

Recently, Juffali Commercial Vehicles Company (JIPCO), the
authorized Mercedes Benz Trucks dealer in the Kingdom of
Saudi Arabia, announced signing a contract for the supply of
255 Mercedes Benz Actros’ to Mofarreh Marzouq Al Harbi &
Partners, a leading Saudi company within the construction
and transportation segment.

The ceremony was attended by Marzouq Al-Harbi, CEO
of M.M.AlHarbi & Partners Co. Ltd, Badr Al-Harbi, Vice
President of M.M.AlHarbi & Partners Co. Ltd, Khaled Juffali,
Managing Partner and Vice-Chairman of JIPCO, and Heiko

Schulze, CEO of JIPCO..

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MIDDLE EAST NEWS

KSA-ASSEMBLED

UD TRUCKS VEHICLES ASSEMBLED IN SAUDI ARABIA

UD Trucks range of medium and heavy duty vehicles are now of Saudi Arabia and added UD Trucks to the existing portfolio
being assembled in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Zahid of Volvo and Renault Trucks in January 2020. We have seen a
Group’s Arabian Vehicles & Trucks Industry (AVI) facility in significant interest and demand for UD Trucks.”
the King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).
Mourad Hedna President of UD Trucks MEENA commented:
AVI is now the only facility in the world that assembles “Saudi Arabia is and will continue to be one of the biggest
Volvo Trucks, Renault Trucks and UD Trucks on the same and most important market for UD Trucks in the Middle
production line; an achievement that showcases Zahid East, East and North Africa region. With Zahid Tractor’s
Tractor, AVI and Zahid Group’s relentless commitment to professionalism and long experience in the trucking industry
creating career opportunities and enhancing the careers of and with UD Trucks reputation and strong Japanese heritage
Saudi Arabian nationals. based on quality and reliability, we are convinced that we will

Zahid Tractor Commercial Vehicles Division, is driving the contribute to our customer’s success.”.
Kingdom’s manufacturing and transportation industries
towards achieving Vision 2030 and is committed to
continuously investing in human resources and state-of-the-
art technology along the way.

“From the outset of our journey with UD Trucks, our main
objective has been to ensure that UD Trucks joins the league
of ‘Made in Saudi’,” said Nasser Bayram, Group President –
Transport at Zahid Group.

Mohamed Zahid, Director of Zahid Tractor’s Commercial
Vehicles Division added: “For the last forty-one years, we have
proudly represented AB Volvo’s truck brands in the Kingdom

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SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

MAMMOET DELIVERS TWO ONSHORE OIL RIGS
FROM THE UAE TO OMAN

Mammoet was contracted by Khimji Ramdas Shipping (KRS), Each rig comprised three major parts and three smaller parts,
to safely deliver two pre-assembled onshore oil rigs and weighing 147t – 471t and the largest rig component measured
accessories from a fabrication facility in the UAE to the site in up to 37.7m long x 13.5m wide x 10.6m high. They were
Nimr, Oman. Manufactured in the UAE, these new generation jacked up onto beams and stools at the fabrication facility in
fast moving rigs are a new addition to the current fleet of Jebel Ali Free Zone, then transported to the Port of Jebel Ali
Oman’s largest drilling company - Abraj Energy Services SAOC. using conventional trailers and trucks. The cargo was then
loaded-out at the port onto a Mammoet 300 class barge for
Shipping of oversized and heavy cargo requires specific onward shipment to Oman, where it was received and loaded-
expertise, as infrastructure limitations create bottlenecks that in at the Port of Duqm. From there, the rig sections were
demand alternative transport approaches. At 37.7m long and
10.7m high and up to 471t, the sheer size and weight of the transported over a distance of 400km to the site in Nimr..
pieces meant Mammoet had to compose an optimal route
for the cargo by performing the necessary route studies and
obtaining required permits.

Advanced preparations were needed, including road
infrastructure modifications to temporarily replace over
100 streetlight poles and traffic signals, plus construction of
temporary bridges protecting underground electrical cables
and pipelines, to ensure transport safety and infrastructure
integrity. The route also crossed the UAE’s most frequently
used highway - E11 - connecting Abu Dhabi with Dubai.

MILESTONE

AL MASAOOD COMMERCIAL VEHICLES &
EQUIPMENT CLOSES MEGA DEAL WITH GULF
READY MIX

Al Masaood Commercial Vehicles and Equipment, has sealed a into the booming local construction segment. It is also the
mega contract with Gulf Ready Mix LLC (GRM) to provide the first deal by UD Trucks through its Abu Dhabi Dealer - Al
UAE-based ready-mix company with eight units of UD Trucks’ Masaood - that involves one of the toughest superstructures
Quester CGE 420 – 8X4 equipped with concrete mixer with a in construction field.
capacity of 12 cbm.
As a part of Al Masaood Commercial Vehicles and Equipment’s
The agreement is a significant milestone for Al Masaood holistic solution, the division’s sales team conducted detailed
and UD Trucks, as it formally marks their strong entry studies into GRM’s technical & commercial aspects in order
to provide them with the Quester units that will fully support
their needs and requirements. Additionally, the division’s
after-sales team has extended support to the company through
training and scheduling of consistent maintenance checks for
the delivered Quester units.

Furthermore, Al Masaood Commercial Vehicles and
Equipment’s spare parts department was on hand to guarantee
and secure the availability of parts. Al Masaood’s after-sales
and services are renowned in the industry and are delivered
in line with its commitment to enhanced customer experience

and satisfaction..

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FLEET EXPANSION MIDDLE EAST NEWS

HYVA’S VERSATILE GROWING PRESENCE
HB SERIES CRANES
SUCCEED IN THE RAIMONDI MIDDLE
KINGDOM OF SAUDI EAST INSTALLS 11
ARABIA TOPLESS TOWER
CRANES
Hyva, in partnership with Alaa For Industries (AFI), has
delivered 45 cranes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Hyva HB Raimondi Middle East assembled 11 topless tower
50 and HB 60 cranes which will be part of a fleet general cranes at Sharjah megaproject Aljada as part an ongoing
cargo handling commercial vehicles throughout the Kingdom relationship with UAE-based developer Arada. “We are
of Saudi Arabia. delighted to further support Arada on this project by
positioning six additional Raimondi MRT111 and five
AFI, Hyva’s partner in the region has multiple satellite MRT159 flattop tower cranes onsite for the construction
service offices throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and of East Village in Aljada,” said Wael Hasan, Commercial
other branches in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar to support the Director at Raimondi Cranes Middle East. “Chosen for the
after sales service throughout the region. The decision to buy maximum lifting capacity of 8 and 10 tonnes respectively
Hyva cranes was based on their reputations of being a strong matched with excellent performance on jobsites of this
Hyva partner, a one-stop shop for quality hydraulic transport nature, the cranes are also all fitted with the Raimondi
solutions with a full-fledged after sales support team to back Deluxe R16 crane cabin, and in terms of technology have
the services throughout the region. the company’s latest iterations.”

Arno Raaijmakers, Sales Director Middle East at Hyva, The MRT111s, currently at work with jib lengths
said: “Together, since 1984, our successful partnership ranging from 42 to 50 meters, are freestanding with a
has built on our offering of an extensive range of crane Height Under Hook (HUH) between 38.55 and 47.2m.
configurations – every customer can choose the most The MRT111 remains one of Raimondi’s most popular
appropriate crane for his specific needs – together with models due to its versatility in tower height and its high-
comprehensive after sales support.” performance hoist speed and tip load.

Hyva’s HB series of articulated cranes are extremely versatile The Raimondi MRT159s, also freestanding with a
and easy to operate. With a maximum outreach of 11,90m HUH ranging between 31 and 47.2 meters, boast
and a maximum lifting capacity of 6,580kg, the HB60 model jib lengths going from 42 to 50 meters. One major
is the ideal solution for robust versatile applications. boon of the MRT159 flattop is that it arrives onsite
with all parts preassembled, ropes passed, and
“This is a very important order. It is significant in size, and, rope connections installed, facilitating easier onsite
most importantly, it recognizes the quality of the Hyva brand integration and installation.
and the premium service reputation that our customers
recognize between Hyva and AFI,” commented Mohammed The cranes, positioned across three different plots on
the large-scale development, will lift site materials as
Ali Al-Khayyat, General Manager at AFI.. part of the development’s ongoing construction over
the next year. Hasan confirmed that Raimondi has
previously installed more than fifteen Raimondi tower

cranes at Aljada..

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DURABILITY

VOLVO CE LAUNCHES EC75D IN THE MIDDLE
EAST AND AFRICA MARKETS

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) recently launched dozer blade backfilling and landscaping are also made easy. C
the EC75D excavator in the Middle East and Africa markets. Meanwhile, the balance between the torque and swing speed M
The 7-ton compact excavator’s undercarriage is wider and permits fast and precise placement of the attachment, even Y
longer than those of its competitors, which ensures excellent when working on a slope. CM
stability and lifting capacity, together with high ground MY
clearance and an extensive working range. Thanks to its larger Volvo’s industry-leading cab offers operators a commanding CY
size, the EC75D can be used with a bigger bucket than similar view of the work area, thanks to large expanses of glass, CMY
machines in the same class, helping to increase productivity. combined with precise controls that together promote a high K
degree of safety on the jobsite. For added safety, an alarm
The boom and arm are made from high strength steel sounds to warn bystanders when the machine moves.
for maximum durability and uptime, and are fixed to the
superstructure at the side of the cab for improved stability The EC75D cab also encourages the operator to work
and visibility of the work area. The superior tractive force of productively, thanks to the spacious and comfortable
the Volvo EC75D allows it to climb steep gradients with ease environment, with easy-to-access controls, an efficient climate
and travel over rough terrain. If specified with an optional control system and vibration-and-noise isolation. A large I-ECU
monitor clearly presents machine information and puts the
operator firmly in control. The operator and service technician
can make quick visual and diagnostic checks, increasing uptime
and productivity further.

When it comes to servicing the Volvo EC75D, checks and
maintenance are easy and quick. The machine features grouped
service points and simple access to the engine compartment
via the engine hood, which can be opened fully. The front step
provides easy access to the main hydraulic check points. Tools
and a grease gun can be stored inside a large tool box located
on the right front side of the machine. The hydraulic oil level

can be seen from inside the cab..

Key specifications: D2.6D
33.3r/s (2000 r/min)
Engine 43 kW (58 hp)
Rated output at
ISO J1995 gross 2,280 mm
Width overall 2,230 mm
Upper structure 6,340 mm
Undercarriage 5,070 mm
Max reach, Standard 3,800 mm
Dump height, Standard 38 kN
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TECHNOLOGY AND
COMMUNICATION -
THE WAY FORWARD

Komatsu completes a century on May 13, 2021. A
hundred years of enabling cities to develop and grow.
From then till now, the company operates on trust as
its lifeline. Plant & Equipment takes a look at what the
company is projecting the next 100 years to be like.

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K omatsu is turning 100 years old on May 13 this year. from it and to continue Komatsu’s journey in assisting in
Achieving success and steady growth has come through developing these nations.
dedication, quality excellence and a reliable customer
support system. The manufacture and sale of superior quality Located in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, this new brand centrepoint
machines for the construction, mining, forestry and industrial provides unparalleled product support for distributors and
sectors has been its core business for the last century. Over this customers. The warehouse also has unique features such as a
time the company has worked in parallel to create a robust dedicated training and demonstration facility used to mainly
CSR and environment protection strategy, with a key focus on contribute to the ‘In-Country Value Programs’ for the Middle
enhancing the quality of life and developing its people. East and Africa countries as part of the Komatsu commitment
to global CSR.
The company’s Middle East arm Komatsu Middle East (KME)
is also turning 44 in the UAE and 57 in the region this year. Mid to large sized construction equipment is the main product
In March 2019, KME inaugurated its 46,298 sq metres demand in the Middle East, hence wheel loaders, hydraulic
state-of-the-art facility amongst guests and distributors from excavators, bulldozers, motor graders, dump trucks are most
the entire Africa and Middle East region. This facility was sought after with local clients. Of these, the most popular
established to serve their clients and customers for the region product is the hydraulic excavator and different countries

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require the excavators in different sizes. In the UAE, the 40 challenge it has also thrown light on how the workplaces of
tonne PC400-8R is most in-demand while in Oman, Kuwait the future should be. Construction sites and underground
and Egypt it is the 30 tonne PC350-8M0 model which is mining projects now have new requirements. Different
most sought after. In Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Jordan the physical locations of the brand have adhered to respective
hydraulic excavator PC210-10M0, 20 tonne model is the government’s policies and regulations. Top priority for the
one most in use. Generally, in the Middle East, the most company is the health and safety of employees, customers,
in-demand hydraulic excavator size is between the 20 tonne partners and their families. Being an essential business that
to the 50 tonne range. In recent enquiries, some regional supports social infrastructure, Komatsu feels committed to
countries are showing an increasing interest in the larger size ensure an ongoing supply of products, parts, services and
80-90 tonne class range as well. solutions to customers that are continuing their operations,
Komatsu has paid magnified attention to their customer needs while taking precautions against the spread of Covid-19.
in lieu of the new normal. While the pandemic is an immense
What is clearly visible to the company is that the global
Komatsu machines have proved to be agile, sturdy and reliable Covid-19 pandemic has impacted the construction, heavy
at all job sites. equipment and industrial sectors in a variety of ways. The
most prominent findings for Komatsu have been how different
customers’ jobsites need to be, their workstyles, and how
communicating and engaging with stakeholders need to
change. Since the job site today has different needs - no
crowded or confined spaces or close interactions, Komatsu has
seen a direct increase in the demand for machines capable of
remote, automated and unmanned operations.

Since last year, Komatsu has moved the workstyle to
telecommuting for 90 percent of its employees at its
headquarters in Japan and for over 50 percent of employees
at indirect factory divisions during emergencies and
lockdowns. Komatsu sees telecommuting as becoming
a permanent part of its work process to create a highly
productive hybrid work environment to facilitate operations
during and after the pandemic.

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Komatsu’s journey in the productive, smart and clean workplace. Being connected
Middle East digitally, Komatsu sees higher operational efficiency and a
carbon neutral future. For instance, for the mining workplace,
1964: Lebanon office established (name changed to Komatsu foresees a zero harm, zero emission and zero
Beirut office in 1967) waste environment made possible by autonomous machines.
The mining workplace will not only be environmentally
1964 - 1974: Pakistan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, responsible, but also highly productive, supporting society’s
UAE, Jordan, Iran, Egypt, Qatar receives their first growing needs. For the construction industry, Komatsu
Komatsu machine foresees optimising all activities on an open platform with
optimised planning, 24/7 operation, leading to reduced project
1977: Dubai office established durations, zero emissions using autonomous equipment,
improving a variety of machine utilization rates, and securing
1992: Total number of Komatsu machines shipped to the
Middle East reach 50,000 a carbon neutral environment..

1999: Komatsu Middle East FZE (KME) is established in
Jebel Ali Free Zone

2019: KME/DTDC new facility opens

Here’s looking at the next 100 years Komatsu is developing autonomous machines for the
construction/mining site of the future.
Komatsu foresees a future of global digital workplaces where
equipment, material and terrain can be converted to data,
which when connected digitally on an open platform gives
visibility on the entire operation. And working together with
partners and optimal technology will help Komatsu gain
insights on how best to address challenges and create a safe,

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COMPACT
LEADER

With a number of new machine launches in the past 12 months
– including the latest generation 100 horsepower R-Series
B730 backhoe loader – Bobcat’s range of compact construction
equipment has never been larger, says Gaby Rhayem, Bobcat’s
Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa.

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B obcat’s launch calendar has been extraordinarily
busy over the past 12 months, including an all-new
backhoe loader, rotary telehandlers and compaction
equipment. In all, it has launched more than 48 new
machines under the ‘Next is Now’ banner.

Yet coupled with excitement around the new kit has been
disappointment that customers and dealers haven’t been
able to attend launches in person and get acquainted with
the machines first hand.

There have been widely viewed online launches, and
customers have also been able to experience the machines
through walk-around videos and video calls with dealers.

But it’s seeing machines being put through their paces by
skilled operators on a testing ground – such as the one at
Bobcat’s site at Dobříš, in the Czech Republic – or getting
hands-on and driving the machine themselves that can
can give customers extra appreciation for a machine’s
productivity, its nuances and key features.

For Gaby Rhayem, Regional Director for Middle East and
Africa at Doosan Bobcat EMEA, virtual events also lack the
all-important personal elements that are part and parcel
of business in the Middle East and Africa. Customers

from these regions are also especially eager to
see, touch and experience machines firsthand
he says: “Here in the Middle East the overall
relationship – talking about the weather, family,
their work, and then talking about the machine
– is especially important. Unfortunately, we have

missed this in a year when we have completely
changed our product line and launched so many products.”

Best known for its skid steer loaders, telehandlers and
mini-excavators, Bobcat has been on a mission to grow its
range of compact equipment, to become a one-stop shop
for contractors and municipalities. If there are gaps in the
machines available, it can mean the brand misses out on
business in a case where a customer wants to source all
their machines in a single contract from one supplier.

Meanwhile there are also cost benefits for contractors
when using a large fleet of Bobcat machines, including
cross-functionality of attachments across equipment
including loaders, backhoes and telehandlers.

Currently Bobcat has strong market share across key
segments, such as skid steer and tracked loaders, mini
excavators and telehandlers – proof that its machines are
popular with fleet managers and operators alike. It enjoys
particular success with its compact excavators, including
the 3.7 tonne E37, which hits a sweet spot in terms of
weight class requirements in the Middle East, says Rhayem.

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When it comes to the new launches, the all-important machine with similar engine requirements), that have lifting heights
for the Middle East and Africa is the backhoe loader. Bobcat from 18 to 25 m and lifting capacities from 4 to 6 tonnes.
first launched a range of BHLs in 2016, allowing it to contest Often called 3-in-1 machines, rotary telehandlers combine
the segment. Since then it has done quite well in terms of the attributes of a telehandler with those of an aerial working
market share, says Rhayem, but he believes the new machine platform and a crane, and are mainly used in construction
– the R-series B730, which replaces the first generation and industrial maintenance. That multi-functionality means
B700, B730 and B750 models – will prove even more the rotary telehander range should be well-utilised in the
popular. Headline features include a best-in-class Perkins 100 region, says Rhayem.
horsepower (74.6 kW) engine with a maximum torque of 408
Nm, manual or (optional) auto-shift transmission, and best-in- Another machine of note for the MEA markets is the L23,
class reach and wide working areas at both the front and rear. a small articulated loader. With a 25 horsepower engine,
There is also a new roomy 6-pillar cab with excellent all-round it’s ideal for applications requiring small machines such as
visibility with an enlarged rear sliding window and angled, municipal gardens, while it can use the same attachments as
flat-glass side windows. the S450 skid steer loader. Bobcat also launched new compact
wheel loaders, but for now these will only be sold in higher
A new feature for the R-series BHL is that the operator can emission standard markets in Europe.
choose between ISO, SAE or Cross (X) backhoe controls,
while the customer can build their preferred control pattern And the list goes on. In a new business area for the brand,
or change to pilot controls with a selectable control pattern. Bobcat has also launched a comprehensive offering of
That was one piece of important feedback from customers light compaction tools. Developed in cooperation with the
from the first generation BHLs – that drivers want to be able well-known Ammann Group, the range comprises seven
to operate the machine with the control configuration they are different product families and will ultimately offer 37
most comfortable with, allowing them to achieve maximum models, from vibratory rammers weighing 29 kg up to 2.6
productivity from day one, notes Rhayem. tonne tandem rollers.

“Now we have a very beautiful new generation of backhoe It includes two dual drum walk behind rollers, which can
loader it puts us ahead in terms of design and driver be used for compacting bituminous material but also for
experience – we have one of the most spacious cabs,” he says. light earthwork and other compaction tasks, and which have
“And you can really feel the 100 horsepower engine – drivers an integrated water sprinkler system as standard and dual
say that it’s as if the machine has no limit, you can push and amplitude setting to switch between soil/gravel and asphalt/
push it to the maximum.” bituminous compaction modes. Two trench rollers are on offer
– one articulated and one skid-steered. There are also five
Bobcat also launched a new generation of rotary articulated ride-on tandem rollers, from 1.2t up to 2.6t.
telehandlers, with four machines for MEA (and other regions

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The light tool line-up includes six vibratory rammers (from 29 Bobcat is looking to ramp up production of key models this
to 89 kg), with reduced vibration handle and a state-of-the- year to meet demand.
art CAD calculated weight distribution; six different vibratory skid steers from 2008 selling for $8,000 – representing almost
forward plates, ranging from 54 to 115 kg; 12 reversible 40% of the price of the new machine, and a 2004 skid steer
vibratory plates, which operate with a twin-shaft system, selling for $6,750. Meanwhile, comparable machines from
enabling change of direction during compaction and a better competitors sold for less.
compaction force; and four hydrostatic plates, weighing “It’s really amazing for machines that are 12-15 years old to
between 450 and 582 kg. be sold at this price. And it shows how Bobcat really has a
very good reputation in the market. This is where we are very
‘The confidence is back’
strong,” concludes Rhayem..
Reflecting on a turbulent 12 months for the business, Rhayem
notes that the company was able to essentially maintain Gaby Rhayem, Bobcat’s Regional Director for the Middle East
production continuously at its two main production facilities and Africa.
serving the EMEA markets, at Dobříš where it produces loaders
and mini excavators, and Pontchâteau, in France, where it
manufacturers telescopic loaders and handlers. Maintaining
production at a time when others were idle, even allowed
them to increase their market share in countries.

In the Middle East they retained virtually their full time, while
they are reinforcing its footprint in Africa, especially Central
and Sub-Saharan Africa. They have also re-entered markets
including Libya and Yemen.

While there was a collapse in demand associated with
lockdowns in the second quarter of 2020, in the second half
of last year they saw a strong pick up in key markets in the
Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, and acceleration of
demand in many countries in Africa.

Now some countries in the Middle East are almost back to a
normal situation, including the UAE, whereas some countries
are still affected by Covid-19, such as Oman and Kuwait.

“Overall the situation in the Middle East is coming back to
normal. Confidence is back. Business is back. We as a supplier
are struggling now – logistics, including a lack of containers,
rising steel prices – all of this has made things more difficult,”
says Rhayem. Lead times have increased on popular models,
but they are expecting to catch up with demand by June, with
increased output from their factories.

2021 will be better than 2020 believes Rhayem – in part
because of the requirement to complete projects connected
with major events such as Expo 2020 in Dubai and the FIFA
World Cup in Qatar meaning increased pace of work. “Overall
we are on a positive trend from an industry point of view.”

They have also completed big deals in Egypt with
municipalities and governments, due to a push in the country
to develop small towns around the country, something which
requires a large amount of compact equipment. “In one deal
alone we sold a significant number of mini excavators, on top
of many skid steers and telehandlers, so Egypt has been the
cherry on the cake.”

Reflecting on the value of Bobcat, Rhayem says that the
market recognition of the quality of their equipment is
demonstrated by strong resale values. At a recent used
equipment auction in Abu Dhabi, Rhayem witnessed Bobcat

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HIGH-TECH
TRUCKS

New generation vehicles and an increased focus on transport
and delivery solutions point to the future direction of the
trucking industry.

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MAN Truck and Bus has launched its new generation manufacturer had already received an order for 150 vehicles
of TG trucks in the Middle East, Africa and Latin at the time of launch, revealed Jörg Mommertz, Senior Vice
America, its largest launch in years, renewing a President, Head of Sales Area Middle East, Africa and Latin
product cycle that began some 20 years ago when the first TG America (MEA&LA), speaking at the digital launch.
truck was released.
Mommertz, who covers sales in around 70 countries, says the
The TG range encompasses the TGX, TGS, TGM and TGL, focus during design and development was to simplify business
with flexible configuration options to match the vehicle with for customers. “We want to offer the customer and the drivers
the exact transport task. Engines are available in emission the best solution, and the initial feedback is just great. Drivers
standards ranging from Euro 2 to 4, 5 and 6d, depending are absolutely happy – this is state-of-the-art design, the
on the market (MAN is one of the few manufacturers still interiors the ergonomic features are great, and the trucks
offering Euro 2). meet new EU crash norms and standards. The digitisation and
connectivity are state of the art, and this is the best driver
Headline advantages for fleet owners include improved fuel workplace I have seen in the last years.”
efficiency and enhanced durability, with a three-year warranty
on the complete driveline on offer for the truck tractor models. Benefits of the new range for customers include greater
The driver experience has also had a major overhaul, with efficiency and economy, with improved fuel efficiency,
a completely redesigned cab with two large digital displays, optimised up-time and a strong partner for customers
including the speedometer dashboard. via a dense service network, says Mommertz. The trucks
have extended maintenance cycles – depending on market
The new trucks have already proven popular, including in conditions – while MAN offers improved repair and
Saudi Arabia where they will be built up by local partner maintenance contracts. Telematics can generate usage-
Saudi Automotive Manufacturing Company (SAMCO); the dependent service schedules.

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“Combined with a repair and maintenance contract, we can “And on the other hand, there is always a group of customers –
guarantee the customer the lowest cost with the highest like in the passenger car business – that want to be the first to
availability of the truck,” says Mommertz, who notes that get the newest technology and the newest product. They want
for a customer in Europe, two days of unplanned downtime to have the new-looking product, and it’s also good for image
typically erases the entire profits for the month. building – for them and for us.”

Mommertz says the majority of vehicles in the MEA&LA While launch activities for the new generation have been
regions will likely be sold with automated gearboxes, a feature disrupted by the ongoing pandemic, the bigger headache
which improves driver performance and experience, reduces comes from the logistics and supply chain challenges roiling
fuel consumption and wear, and even increases the payload, manufacturers in almost every industry. These include a
since the automated boxes are lighter. shortage of semiconductors and shipping containers, with rising
prices and constrained logistics capacity, notes Mommertz.
The move to automated is a clear trend, he says. “Even in
markets where the qualification level of drivers [is lower], “We [in the industry] are all faced with the same problems.
the fleet operator is able to reduce his downtime significantly It’s not a serious problem yet, but it’s a challenge every day to
because you don’t get problems with the clutch, life cycle optimise logistics.” Truck makers can expect material costs to
reliability is much higher, and you have a more stable and continue to rise, but he believes that buyers should not expect
a lower level of fuel consumption because the automated any major price increases for new trucks in the future, apart
gearbox is doing the job better than an average driver.” The from the regular pricing adjustments.
automated gearboxes available on MAN trucks sold in MEA are
produced by ZF. Looking to the future, Mommertz says the pandemic has
improved the image and standing of the global logistics and
The cabs of the new truck range have received enthusiastic transport industry. “In some countries, there is a kind of stigma
reviews from drivers for increased comfort, safety, ergonomics – nobody likes a truck on the highway. But last year logistics
and enhanced layout of controls. The digital dash display and transport and distribution got the image of being system-
is complemented by a second large display with a wheel relevant. That helps our customers and helps us to be seen in a
controller – perhaps a higher level of sophistication than positive way, as an industry.”
many drivers in the region are used to but an important pillar
of MAN’s efforts to improve the digital connections between “The truck industry is high-tech and the industry of our
trucks, drivers and fleet managers. partners, logistic and transport, is high-tech as well,” he says.
“We need digitisation in the truck to link it to our customers’
As for adoption, Mommertz says there are different patterns. systems. This is the road map to the future and also to get
Some “conservative” customers at first don’t want anything prepared to for zero emissions and autonomous driving, or
new. “But my experience after 30 years is that once they touch whatever the major trends are of the future. Therefore the new
the new product and have a positive experience, then they TG range is one milestone in our road map for the future.”
don’t want to step back to the old product.”

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Demand for deliveries a 4x2 prime mover with mechanical suspension, a sleeper
cab and high engine power (440hp), the top-seller in the
Marco Torta, IVECO Area Manager for Middle East & Gulf, heavy-duty range; the Trakker, for heavy-duty applications
based in Dubai, says the economic recovery is well underway such as tippers or tanks; and in the medium-duty range, the
across the MENA region, but tends to be strongest in the Eurocargo, particularly popular for municipality applications.
countries most successful in combating the coronavirus. Another trend in the GCC is a focus on localisation, including
“In markets where it has been contained, I see a recovery – truck drivers, especially in Oman and to a lesser degree Saudi
definitely the market is improving.” Arabia. This raises the importance of driver training, typically
offered with the delivery of new vehicles, notes Torta. The
Major markets for IVECO include the UAE, Saudi Arabia, increasing use of automated gearboxes also makes things
Iraq and Egypt. In Egypt, demand is improving, especially easier for drivers, he says.
in the logistics and construction sectors. “The government is “Training is usually the responsibility of the companies,
investing so the demand is growing,” says Torta. but definitely also the suppliers are supporting the
customers, because safety and economy in driving the
With growing emphasis on e-commerce and last mile logistics,
IVECO has seen growing demand for its Daily in the light vehicle are essential.”.
segment. While the market is dominated by Japanese OEMs,
the Daily has more advanced specifications and a concept IVECO is seeing growing demand for its Daily range, thanks
geared towards delivery in towns and urban areas. “We are to growth in e-commerce and last-mile logistics.
seeing huge demand now in this segment, and plan to launch
the Daily Hi-Matic, which has an automatic transmission and is
specified for in-town deliveries. We are building our presence
in this segment,” says Torta.

The Daily is available in two main configurations: a van, used
by courier and logistics companies, and a chassis cab, mainly
used with a refrigerated box for food distribution. It has a
gross vehicle weight of between 3.5-7 tonnes.

From a total cost of ownership point of view, during five years
of operation a customer will save significant amounts from
lower fuel consumption and lower repair and maintenance
costs, making it cheaper than the competition, says Torta.

Other key models in IVECO’s range include the Performer,

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POWER
BUSINESS

Generators are vital – whether in continuous, prime power
or back-up applications – so quality and low running costs
ensure reliability.

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Caterpillar has one of the widest – if not the widest – Overall, high BMEP and SKVA permit better block loading
power generator offerings in the market, with gensets capabilities and appropriate transient responses.
of output from 7.5kVA all the way up to 7,150kVA
(from the CAT C1.1 to the CAT 3616 engines). “We enjoy The use of digital solutions like Cat Connect / Remote Asset
a large market share across all rating brackets and market Monitoring and other telematics systems also helps with
segments, most specifically in those specialised projects with condition monitoring and predictions of fleet performance,
complex requirements and high power requirements between which in turn help avoid serious failures and reducing
1,600kVA to 4,000kVA,” says Mohamed B. El-Kaddour, downtime, he notes.
Vice President – Energy and Transportation at Mohamed
Abdulrahman Al-Bahar, the Caterpillar dealer for the UAE, In addition, Caterpillar and Al-Bahar provide custom
Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. packages tailored to individual project specifications for
customers in the region, such as ministries, national oil
The Caterpillar generator sets supplied by Al-Bahar are companies and commercial ventures. “These include, but are
used in a wide variety of sectors including public and civil not restricted to, specialised alternators, batteries, enclosures,
services, manufacturing, construction, energy and utilities, load banks, control panels, switch gears, enclosures and so
and commercial services. “[Over the past 12 months] we have forth. We have recently delivered such packages to ADNOC,
seen an increase in demand for segments like public and civil KOC, DEWA and SEWA.”
services, healthcare, data centres and oil exploration,” he says.
Caterpillar has recently released a new line of GC Series diesel
Caterpillar offers gensets for different applications – generator sets for standby power solutions, with ratings of 33-
continuous operation as base load for 24x7, prime power 1,100kVA. Notable for their compact footprint and emphasis
operation on variable loads for 24x7, and standby/emergency on value, the machines feature a new Cat GCCP automatic
power, says El-Kaddour, and robust design allows them to mains failure control panel with 50 event log, standby option
run in harsh conditions. “Unmatched 24x7 service and after- pack with smart water heater and timer control, and sound-
market support enhanced by Customer Value Agreements attenuating and weather-proof enclosures designed for
(CVA) has been our hallmark, and is well acknowledged and maximum protection against harsh weather.
valued by our customers,” he says.

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UAE-assembled and 480V (phase to phase). They are powered by well-proven
Doosan Bobcat assembles its smaller range of Doosan Portable Yanmar diesel engines and covered by the best standard
Power (DPP) gensets in the UAE and supplies them to MEA warranty on the market – two years and/or 4,000 hours on the
dealers. This has tax advantages for GCC buyers and helps complete powertrain.
make the smaller gensets more price-competitive. The range
encompasses the G20, G30, G45 and G60 gensets, available in This genset range will also be renewed, with a new product
both 50Hz and 60Hz versions. coming to market towards the end of the year, says Gaby
The four gensets provide prime power outputs of 20, 30, 45 Rhayem, Regional Director for Middle East and Africa at
and 63kVA respectively, with all four available as open (XF) Doosan Bobcat EMEA.
or sound-attenuated (XW) versions. The equivalent 60Hz
versions are also available in a range of voltages between 220V The company’s larger 80-750kVA gensets are produced in
Malaysia, giving DPP coverage from 20-750/800kVA. Topping
Local assembly in the UAE of Doosan Portable Power the range is the G750, with prime output of 750kVA and
generators has tax advantages for GCC buyers. standby output of 830kVA, powered by a Doosan DP222LC
12-cylinder engine. Sound-attenuated dimensions are
6,060mm x 2,440mm x 2,590mm (LHW).

When it comes to critical applications – power at a hospital
or factory, or other important infrastructure – buyers typically
look to buy from established dealers with a good reputation
for service and support, notes Rhayem. “Our dealers remain
the destination of choice, service and reputation, especially for
large projects – telecommunications, hospitals, malls, factories
– where people are looking for after-market support.”

In addition to gensets, Rhayem says the brand is set to
introduce a new range of DPP lighting towers produced in
India, giving them a very attractive price position. The brand
also plans to introduce a new set of compressors within the
next few months, also manufactured in India.

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Engine supplier and genset maker Engine specialist FPT Industrial produces a large range of
generators.
FPT Industrial is well-known for its range of engines and is
both a supplier to OEMs, and of built-up generators to some hours. These two factors lead our customers to save money,
markets. Well-known OEMs include Himoinsa, Generac and and it also helps preserve the environment,” says Nategh.
Pramac, while local producers in the Middle East use FPT
engines for generators and other products. Another important feature is that the FPT engines are easily
switchable between 50 and 60 hertz, according to local market
“In FPT, we also have our genset range – open and soundproof requirements. The high-quality engine builds also reduce
– but we supply them only to markets that we do not have any overall maintenance requirements.
OEMs, for example Iraq,” says Mohammad Nategh, Middle
East Sales Area Manager at FPT Industrial. Added value services that benefit end users include three-
or even five-year extended warranties, and telematic tools
FPT provides solutions for prime power, continuous and to allow customers to remotely monitor engine conditions,
standby, but recently demand has been growing for back-up especially important when the gensets are on remote sites.
and standby applications, and in the rental sector. Overall, “With the telematics tools, you can easily monitor the real-
demand in the MENA region has been growing in recent time condition of the engines from your home or office,”
years, though this has been disrupted by the pandemic.
Nevertheless, several markets continue to see growth. Egypt Nategh notes..
is a growing market, and besides power generation there is
increasing demand for on-road natural gas engines, which FPT
is a specialist in, as authorities push the use of CNG engines
instead of diesel, says Nategh.

The FPT engine range covers 30-600kVA outputs, with engines
tested and suitable for ambient conditions in the Middle
East and Africa. The company’s focus is on engineering and
technology. “FPT designed a specific combustion chamber to
reduce fuel consumption. Our engines have a longer service
interval with respect to competitors. Our service interval
averages 600 hours, whereas for many competitors it’s 500

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Project: Diriyah Gate Giga Project Client: Diriyah Development Company (DEVCO)
Value: USD 20,000,000,000 Website: www.dgda.gov.sa

Located 15 minutes north-west of Riyadh city centre, the institutes, museums and universities, will be developing a
Diriyah Gate project aims to transform 7km2 of Diriyah city place of great learning and intellectual curiosity.
into one of the world’s lifestyle destinations for culture and
heritage, hospitality, retail and education. The giga project Overall, it will be an enhanced, pedestrian friendly, walkable
will feature cultural, entertainment, retail, hospitality, city, deeply rooted in the heritage and cultural equity of the
educational, office and residential areas, including more Kingdom. Surrounded by more than 20 luxury hospitality
than 20 hotels, a bustling retail heart, a diverse collection of brands, including Aman Resorts, the Diriyah Gate will also
museums, and over 100 places to dine. With a huge variety of feature five iconic squares, a Formula-E racetrack and even a
educational institutions planned including academies, cultural 15,000-seat arena.

IRAQ KUWAIT

Project: Construct Grand Port of Al Faw Project: Install Pipelines For Oil Produced From
Value: USD 5,400,000,000 Umm Naqa Oilfield
Client: General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) Value: USD 150,000,000
Client: Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
Iraq invited bids for the building of 85 quays in the Grand Website: www.kockw.com
Faw Port project under construction in the Southern flank
of the OPEC nation. Italian firm Technital, which had Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) has extended the deadline for
been awarded its design contract. The mega project is submitting bids for a $150m project to install pipelines for
being developed in three phases on the back of partially oil produced from Umm Naqa oilfield in Kuwait. The scope
completed eastern and western breakwaters, and other of work on the project includes the installation of flow lines
port infrastructure. The first phase includes deepening the for oilproducing wells; reinforced plastic pipelines to get rid
port basin to accommodate large ships; the second phase of flowing water; installation of hot water cocks; installation
includes establishment of an economic zone comprising of wellhead connections; extension of existing heads and
industrial and trade facilities with the potential to generate manifolds; a closure system for flow lines, carbon steel
50,000 jobs. The third phase includes the construction of a pipelines, pipelines, welding and installation work.
residential city, hotels and entertainment complexes.

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SAUDI ARABIA OMAN

Project: Construct Red Sea Airport Project: Construct Cement Plant in Duqm
Value: USD 500,000,000 Value: USD 250,000,000
Client: The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) Client: Oman Cement Company
Website: www.theredsea.sa Website: www.occ.om

Construction has begun on the Red Sea International Airport Oman Cement Company, which is focusing on expanding its
in Saudi Arabia. Once completed, is likely to serve one million production capacity and increasing efficiency, has received
tourists and visitors every year by 2030. One of the world’s commercial bids from engineering, procurement and
most ambitious tourism and hospitality projects, The Red Sea construction (EPC) contractors for its proposed integrated
Project is aimed at positioning Saudi Arabia on the global Cement Plant in Duqm.
tourism map.
The company has decided to expand its operations by setting
Upon completion in 2030, the destination will deliver up up a new integrated cement plant in Duqm area. The plant
to 8,000 hotel rooms across 22 islands and six inland sites. will have a capacity of producing 5,000 tonnes per day of
The annual number of visitors will be carefully managed clinker and envisages an estimated investment of about
to avoid over-tourism and ensure that every guest enjoys a $250m. The project consultant for upcoming Duqm project
uniquely memorable experience. The airport, which is due has been appointed, offers from the EPC bidders have been
for completion in 2022, will serve an estimated one million received and after initial valuation the deviations in the
tourists per year with a schedule of domestic and international commercial offers are yet to be updated and submitted by the
flights, and a peak of 900 passengers per hour. EPC bidders.

OMAN KUWAIT

Project: Yenkit Hills Tourism Project Project: New Messilah Beach Development Project
Value: USD 157,000,000 Value: USD 60,000,000
Client: Ministry Of Heritage and Tourism Client: Touristic Enterprises Co. K.S.C. (TEC)
Website: www.mhc.gov.om
Kuwait’s TEC is expected to award the main construction contract
The project will be constructed on a 500,000 sqm area in for new Messilah beach development in the second quarter of
three phases, the first of which involves a 5-star resort with 2021. The tender for the main construction work was issued on
90 rooms and suites complete with all facilities. The second 17 January 2021 with the bid submission deadline extended from
phase involves construction of 122 upscale residential/ 2 March to 31 March 2021. The contract award is expected to be
tourist units, a panoramic commercial complex to serve the by end of May 2021 and the project is scheduled for completion
area and the project. by September 2023.

The third phase involves construction of a 5-star hotel The proposed project will be built on the existing Messilah Beach
with 150 room and suites in addition to 50 5-star hotel resort, which is spread over approximately 71,000 sqm. The scope
apartments complete with facilities. The project will highlight of works includes demolition of all existing facilities, landscaping,
the tourism potentials of Yenkit area with its scenic views and underground utilities. The construction works will include
overlooking the Sea of Oman and Al Khairan area in Muscat 9,500 sqm of new buildings, including halls and six restaurant
Governorate. According to the project’s executive plan, the blocks, a swimming pool and wet recreation areas, a jogging
construction work is scheduled to commence in 2022 while track, hard and soft landscaping, and parking spaces for 450
the entire project is expected to be completed in 2026. cars. Gulf Consult as been mandated as design consultant while
Cracknell is the design, infrastructure and landscaping consultant.

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DISTRIBUTORS

TEREX FINLAY SELECTS JOH. ACHELIS & SÖHNE
AS NEW DEALER IN EASTERN AFRICA

Terex Finlay announced the appointment of Achelis, to Construction and Earthmoving, Bomag Compactors and Hyster
distribute and support the full line up of Terex Finlay crushers, Forklift trucks among many other product lines being offered
screeners and conveying equipment in Kenya, Uganda, to the markets throughout the Eastern African region.
Rwanda and Tanzania.
Achelis have strong local presence in each of the markets that
Achelis was founded in 1826 and through their fully owned includes fully-equipped workshops and mobile rapid-response
subsidiaries have grown into the premier supplier for service vans, local spare parts stocks and supply as well as OEM
construction, agricultural & industrial equipment in Eastern trained service teams to ensure superior customer support.
Africa. They are established dealers in the region for Case
Announcing the agreement, Neil McIlwaine, Terex Finlay
Business Development Director, said: “We are excited that
Achelis are joining the Terex Finlay network of dealers to
support our customers in Eastern Africa. The Achelis team
have an outstanding reputation for customer satisfaction
through their extensive sales and aftermarket support
structures and share our passion for growth and success.
We’re excited about their professional reputation and the
investments they have already made to their sales, parts and
service structures to ensure machines are supported to the
highest standards. Our customers count on their local dealer,

so a strong presence of local dealers is important to us.”.

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AFRICA NEWS

GLOBAL FOOTPRINT

JOHN DEERE EXPANDS CONSTRUCTION BRAND
IN AFRICA

John Deere plans to expand its construction lineup to eighteen Deere name in these key markets. In this new era, John Deere
countries across southern and western Africa, where Deere- is taking full control of the marketing and support of its own
branded construction products were not previously available. branded construction products.
This expansion, which will include the availability of backhoe
loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, motor graders and crawler In addition to the legendary products, customers in these
dozers, will be sold and supported by independent, newly markets will also have access to product support through the
appointed John Deere dealers, to be announced. Impacted world-renowned John Deere dealer network. Each piece of
countries include South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, John Deere construction equipment will be supported and
Swaziland, Namibia, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique, serviced by highly trained and certified equipment technicians
Angola, Malawi, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Egypt, Rwanda, Burundi, who are in turn supported by a network of regional parts
South Sudan, and Sudan. distribution centers, including the nearest one in Kempton
Park, Gauteng, South Africa. Customers will also have access
“This expansion provides an opportunity for us to increase our to the John Deere suite of technology solutions, including
global footprint in the construction industry, as we build upon JDLink Telematics, which provides valuable fleet insights on
our existing presence in Africa and deliver our product portfolio
under the John Deere brand for the first time to these key the job site..
markets,” said Jaco Beyers, Managing Director at John Deere
Africa Middle East. “As we move into these new countries, we
are delivering on what customers expect from the John Deere
brand, from the legendary product quality and performance to
the exceptional customer support and equipment technologies
that we are known for around the world.”

In Africa, John Deere is already recognized as a leader in the
agricultural market, as well as an increasingly prominent
player in the construction and forestry industries in many parts
of the continent. This expansion marks the first time that the
John Deere construction products are sold under the John

METICULOUS PLANNING

SARENS CC2800-1 HELPS REVAMP THE LNG
PLANT IN ALGERIA

Movement and lifts in a live petrochemical site with space lifts and installation of refinery equipment at the LNG plant in
constraint involves meticulous planning and Sarens was asked Arzew, Algeria.
by their client, Renaissance for Airproduct, to execute heavy
Sarens had to lift the cold box, lox tank, lin tanks, and other
equipment. The most important component was the 47m
long cold box weighing 150T. The team decided to deploy the
CC2800-1 with SSL 72m main boom length and the QUY260.

The main crane was selected keeping in mind the length of
the 47m long cold box which was the most critical section to
be lifted. The equipment was transported from Sarens yard in
Algeria and was assembled in 4 days.

The heavy lifts are part of the revamp of the LNG plant built
in the 1970s. This project will help reduce maintenance
costs, reduce gas consumption rates and maintain LNG gas

production at the GL1Z plant..

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LOCALISATION

ISUZU REACHES NEW LOCALISATION HEIGHTS

Isuzu Motors South Africa has recently issued an Enterprise great market opportunities,” said Fortunate Mdanda, Chief
Development grant of half a million Rand for the localisation Executive Officer at SCE.
of an extended reach aerial platform in South Africa.
The SLT 180 will typically fit on an Isuzu truck, and is set
The SLT 180 telescopic aerial platform will be developed and to provide state-of-the-art truck body solutions for Isuzu
manufactured locally by Isuzu business partner Smith Capital
Equipment (SCE) to reach heights of 16 to 18 metres, which customers in a range of industries..
previously could only be achieved with imported platforms.
Currently, SCE locally designs and manufactures the following
ranges of aerial platforms: telescopic (T100, T120, T140) and
articulated (9SS, SL125, 12SS, 15SS, 21SS).

Set to meet the highest international design standards, the first
engineering prototype of the SLT 180 manufactured in South
Africa is expected to be completed by the end of 2021. “Safety
is of paramount importance when designing such a structure
therefore caution needs to be observed. With the growing
preference for telescoping aerial units over articulating units,
the SLT 180 will be the first locally manufactured telescoping
unit able to reach heights beyond 16m, therefore it presents

RE-OPENING

THE BIG 5 CONSTRUCT EGYPT TO GO AHEAD
IN JUNE 2021

The Big 5 Construct Egypt, the most important event Hassan Allam Holding and Orascom Construction, El
connecting the construction industry in Egypt, is on track Soadaa, ASGC, Hanimex, Al Zamil, Al Ahram, Wellbond, Al
to take place in person from 26 - 29 June at the Cairo Amal and more.
International Convention Centre (CICC).
New features set to launch at the 2021 edition include
Construction activity in Egypt has continued at pace despite The Big 5 Egypt Leadership Conference, providing insights
the coronavirus pandemic and has showed great resilience from Ministers and International Leaders through impactful
over the last year. In fact, according to GlobalData, keynotes and panel discussions, and The Big 5 Egypt Impact
construction in Egypt is expected to have grown at 7.7% in Awards, set to celebrate the people, organisations and
2020 and looks forward to 8.9% growth in 2021. projects driving sustainable development, innovation and

Muhammed Kazi, Vice President at dmg events extends his transformation in Egypt's construction industry..
invitation to construction stakeholders: “We are delighted to
confirm that preparations for The Big 5 Construct Egypt are
well underway for our June event, and I am happy to reveal
that re-opening this year comes hand in hand with a wealth
of new impactful features designed to provide opportunities
for the industry to network, learn and do business.”

The Big 5 Construct Egypt will showcase the latest
construction products and technologies across an extended
offering of specialised events. International brands
committed to the event despite travel restrictions will
join all major Egyptian contractors at the event, including

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AFRICA NEWS

REMANUFACTURING

NEW REMAN PLANT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Komatsu Ltd. has completed the construction of a new Reman remanufacturing and reusing components. It also contributes
plant on the head office campus of Komatsu Africa Holdings to reducing CO2 emissions.
(Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa.
Construction of the head office campus of Komatsu Africa
Reman (remanufacturing) is a recycle-oriented operations Holdings began in 2016, and construction of all facilities was
in which Komatsu dissembles, washes, replaces parts, completed with the new Reman plant. By positioning the head
reassembles, paints and inspects key components which office campus as the central hub in Southern Africa, Komatsu
are collected for periodic exchange, remanufactures them is going to further strengthen its support operations for
to quality and performance on par with those of new customers in the region.
components. Reman operations are a strength of Komatsu
made possible by in-house development and production of While continuing its commitment to Quality and Reliability
key components. and working to maximize its corporate value, Komatsu is
working to achieve safe, highly productive, smart and clean
Built to efficiently deliver high-quality, remanufactured key
components to customers in Southern Africa, this new Reman workplaces of the future through DANTOTSU Value..
plant features a floor layout which ensures the efficient flow
of collected components (cores) from reception, washing,
disassembly inspection and assembly, to shipment. More
specifically, the floor is divided clearly into two areas, i.e.,
one area to handle the washing and disassembly inspection
of cores stained with dirt, and the other area to assemble
cleaned cores, thereby achieving high-quality remanufactured
components. The plant also offers excellent allowance for
expansion, in terms of machine allocation and floor layout,
to meet fluctuations of market demand and to increase
the amount of handling models in the future. Reman
operations promotes the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, and recycle) by

DISTRIBUTORS

JCB APPOINTS NEW DEALER IN KEY SOUTH
AFRICAN MARKET

JCB has appointed one of the most respected companies in have always held JCB in the highest regard and this is the
the construction equipment sector to be its distributor in the perfect match of premium products to a great distribution
key South African market. Bell Equipment Sales South Africa network. JCB is no stranger to our local market having been
(BESSA) will become the distributor for the full range of JCB
construction equipment from 1 May 2021. established in the country for more than 40 years.”.

JCB Africa General Manager, Andrew Boyers, said: “We
are delighted to have a dealer of Bell Equipment’s calibre
to represent us in South Africa. BESSA has more than 20
branches strategically located throughout the country, highly
skilled staff, strong training and development programmes
and a market leading position in a number of applications
and sectors. Combine that with Bell Equipment’s renowned
focus on customers and deep roots in South Africa, and that
gives us enormous confidence for the future.”

BESSA Managing Director, Duncan Mashika said: “We

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PARTNERSHIP AFRICA NEWS

GENIE STRENGTHENS GROWING MARKET SHARE
ITS PRESENCE IN
MOROCCO THE ARAB
CONTRACTORS
CHOOSE ELKON IN
NIGERIA

Founded in 2001 and based in Bouskoura, Morocco, The Elkomix-35 Quick Master Compact Concrete Batching
Hydraumac is an exclusive importer and distributor of Plant has been supplied from Elkon’s local representative in
world-renowned brands in the construction, mining, Nigeria, Sehnaoui Plant, to one of the leading construction
quarrying, energy, agriculture and materials handling companies. The Arab Contractors (Osman Ahmed Osman &
sectors. Hydraumac’s strong local reputation, international Co.), which operates in many countries in the Middle East
presence and in-depth knowledge of the Moroccan market and Africa, has a road project in Lagos, Nigeria.
- in particular the aerial access sector - will help strengthen
the Genie presence in Morocco. The project covers’ roads from Oba Shokunmade Road to
the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal. The compact concrete batching
Judith Henri, Genie Marketing Manager EMEAR (Europe, plant is also providing concrete to other sites of the
Middle East, Africa, Russia), Terex AWP, said: “Aiming for company nearby.
the best possible partner, we were looking for a company
with a solid financial background, a good understanding of With local installation and service teams in Nigeria, the
marketing strategy and the different demands and standards Elkomix-35 Quick Master Compact Concrete Batching
of a market leading manufacturer, backed by testimonials of Plant was installed and commissioned within a few
satisfaction from Genie partners in Morocco.” days. The Elkomix-35 Quick Master Compact Concrete
Batching Plant is equipped with a 750/500 l pan type
She added: “Hydraumac proved to be an ideal partner, which mixer and four aggregate storage bins that provide up to
resulted in its nomination as Authorised Genie Distributor in
Morocco beginning January 1st, 2021. As such, the company 30m³ concrete per hour..
will distribute all Genie product ranges throughout the

country and provide after-sales service.”.

APPOINTMENT

AGRIMACH ZAMBIA LIMITED HAS BEEN
APPOINTED AS CASE IH DEALER FOR ZAMBIA

Agrimach Zambia Limited has been appointed as the new Case Customers throughout Zambia will benefit from purpose-built
IH dealer for Zambia, providing sales and service support for a dealership facilities in both Lusaka, the country’s business
wide range of Case IH equipment and machinery. capital, and Mkushi, Zambia’s farming hub. The facilities
include a showroom, workshop and parts department.

A proudly Zambian company, Agrimach Zambia Limited
was founded in December 2020 by Gregg Badcock, Michael
Woolley, Phillip Iwan Evans, David Badcock, and Jeremy
Badcock. Agrimach has recruited dynamic new team members
as well as retaining the management team from the previous
Zambian Case IH dealership, combining trusted experience
in Case IH agricultural machinery sales and servicing with a

passion for customer satisfaction..

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NEW MARKET

BULET TAKES DELIVERY OF THE FIRST
LIEBHERR LRT 1090-2.1 ROUGH TERRAIN CRANE
IN NIGERIA

Construction contractor Bulet International Nigeria Ltd has The whole concept also impressed Bulet. “We needed a
taken delivery of a new Liebherr LRT 1090-2.1. This is the first crane for our workforce which is safe and easy to operate
Liebherr LRT series rough terrain crane in Nigeria. The high and provides very good visibility from the crane cabin.
safety standards and VarioBase variable support base as well Furthermore, VarioBase makes us more flexible on site,
as Liebherr’s familiar good service were an important criteria enabling us to complete hoists safely in constricted areas,” said
behind the decision to buy the rough terrain crane for the Aliyu Isa, CEO at Bulet.
company based in the capital Abuja.
Among other things, Bulet plans to use the LRT 1090-2.1 on its
High safety levels in every respect are the main priority for the sites to help with tower crane assembly and for hoisting work
design of Liebherr’s new series of LRT cranes. They feature an for which pick & carry operations are required. The LRT cranes
outrigger monitoring system as standard. The outrigger status, are powered by a Cummins diesel engine which develops 194
on tyres or supports, is detected automatically and saved to the kW (264 bhp) and delivers a maximum torque of 990 Nm. A
crane controller. The attachment of the ballast to the turntable 6-speed powershift transmission from Dana and large 29.5 R
and the installation of the optional double folding jib including
its angle adjustment system are also recorded and monitored. 25 tyres guarantee the required off-road capability..

The VarioBase variable support base developed by Liebherr,
which is standard on LRT cranes, makes a major contribution
to enhancing safety. VarioBase allows each individual crane
outrigger to be extended to any length. The crane’s operations
are protected by the LICCON controlled load moment limiter.
This prevents accidents caused by human error during the
assembly process and when hoisting loads. VarioBase also
delivers greater flexibility on site – as a result of the increased
lifting capacities when hoisting over the outriggers, the crane
can hoist loads normally reserved for the next higher crane class.

HIGH AGGREGATE DEMAND

BIA GROUP AND METSO OUTOTEC EXPAND
DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP TO AFRICA

BIA Group and Metso Outotec have signed a contract to customers in West and Central Africa.
expand their aggregates distribution coverage to Africa.
Starting in March 2021, Metso Outotec’s stationary and mobile The two companies have successfully partnered in the
equipment, spare and wear parts coupled with BIA’s technical Benelux region since 1930. The decision to expand their
expertise and local presence will be available for aggregates long-lasting partnership to Africa was driven by their shared
ambition to reach and serve customers in the region better
than ever before. Enhancing both companies offering, Metso
and BIA put themselves in an unrivalled position now able to
offer a complete product portfolio with the highest possible
services levels.

With the dynamism of the African markets driven by both
GDP and population growth and large construction projects
impacting positively the aggregate demand, Metso Outotec
and BIA have high expectations on the possibilities provided

by the expansion..

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AFRICA NEWS

ECO-EFFICIENT

NIGERIAN PORT ORDERS TWO KONECRANES
GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOR CRANES

Konecranes will deliver two eco-efficient Konecranes Gottwald handling and twin-lift container operation as larger ships call
Model 7 Mobile Harbor Cranes to Tincan Island Container more frequently at our Port. Our experience with Konecranes
Terminal Limited (TICT) in Lagos, Nigeria. The new cranes equipment has always been excellent. We are pleased to add
will be operated by TICT in the Tincan area of the Port of two more of the Model 7 cranes to our facility,” said Etienne
Lagos, where they will handle containers alongside a fleet
comprising of six Model 4, two Model 6 and two other Model Rocher, Managing Director of TICT..
7 Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes already on-site.

Longtime customer TICT, a subsidiary of Bolloré Transport &
Logistics (Bolloré), the largest transport and logistics operator
in Africa, placed the order in anticipation of expanded
container traffic in 2021 and beyond. The new cranes, which
will be delivered in August 2021, will also allow TICT to
accommodate larger vessels.

“Liner requirements are constantly evolving, increasingly
requiring higher performance cranes with flexibility in cargo

DISTRIBUTORS

HI-REACH APPOINTED AS NEW SNORKEL
DISTRIBUTOR FOR SOUTH AFRICA

Snorkel announced the appointment of Hi-Reach Manlift With two branch locations, Hi-Reach offers a full range
(Pty) Limited as its official distributor for South Africa. of MEWP products and services, including new and used
Headquartered in Springs, South Africa, Hi-Reach was equipment, spare parts, product support, financing, equipment
previously the official distributor for Genie. Hi-Reach CEO, rebuilds, inspections and training. As the official Snorkel
George Landsberg has been involved with mobile elevating distributor, they will have access to the entire Snorkel product
work platforms for more than 23 years, and in 1999 founded range, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, mast lifts, material
Johnson Access, before opening Hi-Reach in 2005. He is lifts and telehandlers.
involved with various industry bodies, including previously
holding the position of Vice President at the Institute for Hi-Reach operates from a new facility in Apex Industrial,
Work at Height (IWH), President of the Contractors Plant Benoni where they took delivery of their first stock of Snorkel
Hire Association (CPHA) and Chairman of the SABS Technical lifts in April 2021. They have been providing parts, service
Committee TC214. and repairs, as well as training services from their Springs and
Alrode locations in Gauteng since early 2021.

Regarding the appointment, Snorkel CEO, Matthew Elvin, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Hi-Reach Manlift to the Snorkel
family. Hi-Reach is a well-established company with significant
experience and tenure in the industry, and I am confident that
this will be a strong and successful partnership.”

Michael Wright, Director at Snorkel Middle East, added:
“South Africa is a growing market with significant potential
for all types of aerial lifts and material handling equipment.
George and the Hi-Reach team are incredibly well-regarded,
and I know that they are the right partner to bring our
innovative full-line product offering to this territory, backed by

excellent local service and support.”.

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AFRICA NEWS - ATTACHMENTS

READY FOR
WORK

While big OEMs dominate the machinery market, when
it comes to attachments many smaller companies have
compelling offerings for breakers, demolition equipment
and augers.

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AFRICA NEWS - ATTACHMENTS

The attachments market is one of the most
competitive sectors in the machinery business,
with in-house offerings from big-name original
equipment manufacturers, attachment companies focused
on niches in mining or demolition, and even small
independent players.

In the breakers market, South Korean companies have
established a name for themselves with attractive tools
that straddle the sweet spot between quality, durability
and price.

One of these is Bullstern, whose range includes vibro
attachments such as vibro ripper and vibro hammer.
Attributes include good build quality and features,

serviceability and ease of operation, as well as
enhanced productivity and uptime, says Kim
Keunhyeok, Business Development Manager at
Bullstern Attachment.

“In the case of vibro attachments, durability should
be the highest priority,” says Keunhyeok. “We can
confidently say that we have an edge over our
competitors in terms of durability. This confidence
has been associated with many years of our
innovation in manufacturing processes.”

Commenting on productivity trends, Keunhyeok
says one common mistake is users choosing an
attachment based exclusively on their available
excavator size, rather than based on what the
ground or work conditions require. “In this

case, it is highly likely that users will not get
the results they want in terms of productivity,
and it is likely to lead to disappointment in our
product performance. For this reason, we first
identify the conditions in which the equipment

will be used, to provide the right attachments
to the customers.”

In some markets, contractors are seeing
increases in restrictions on the use of breakers
in built-up areas. “The low noise breakers
are already on the market, but they cannot
be completely free from noise complaints either. As a
substitute for the traditional hydraulic breakers, vibro
ripper is emerging as an alternative and is expected to
expand in the market further in the future.”

DOWIN is a Korean manufacturer of hydraulic demolition
equipment which has established its reputation by
providing reliable products along with reasonable
price and strong after-sales support, says Key H. Kim,
Marketing Manager. Its product range includes breakers,
vibrating hammer/pile driver and multi-processors:
shears, pulverisers and crushers. For brakers, the DOWIN
T and G series offers 20 models ranging from 1-70-tonne
excavators, which are very powerful and productive
thanks to the cylinder-embedded control valve system.

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European manufacturers have a long history of building high- “We always see how Europe is setting the trend, and sooner
quality attachments. Spanish firm Tabe Hammers was founded or later [these requirements] reach the other markets. These
in 1968 and still retains its entire manufacturing process in are trends that are here to stay, as is happening with recycling
Europe. Its characteristic product is the hydraulic hammer, of materials. In the same way, safety regulations and noise
with a unique round design and recognisable bright orange limitations are becoming clearer.
colour, which the company has been manufacturing
since 1979, says Amaia Romero Rubio, Export “The durability of Tabe products is something
Area Manager at Tabe Hammers. that makes our products more sustainable.
In addition, at Tabe we work to reduce the
“Since 2007, our entire range of breakers (from consumption of our hammers while maintaining
67kg to almost 8 tons) has been manufactured or even improving production. The market
without through bolts. This makes their is increasingly demanding more sustainable,
maintenance and repair easier and less expensive. versatile and specialised products,” she says.
The fact of being a smaller manufacturer makes
the relationship with the dealer and customer very Also with a long history, Indeco of Italy offers a
close and flexible; we can even adapt or customise large range of breakers, especially the medium-
the product for a specific client or job.” large hydraulic hammers suited to the larger
excavators now more commonly in use in
The type of work to be carried out and the weight construction equipment markets in Africa and the
of the machine are two fundamental variables when Middle East. These include the HP 4000, an ideal
it comes to selecting the right tool, she notes. “Our match for 28-30-tonne excavators, with a 2,500kg
range covers practically all the machines on the weight and 150mm tool diameter; the HP 5000,
market, and we can adapt our products to any suitable for 30-35-tonne excavators; and the HP
machine since we also design and manufacture 6000, a perfect match for 36-40-tonne excavators.
the adaptor brackets.”
Features of the range include a special intelligent
When it comes to environmental concerns or hydraulic system, enabling the brakers to
regulatory requirements, such as dust suppression, automatically vary the energy and frequency of
noise, vibrations and on-site recycling of materials, blows according to the hardness of the material
Rubio notes that the firm’s products are manufactured being demolished, thus improving productivity and
in Europe under European regulations, which are enhancing the overall performance; a dual shock-
among the most stringent – if not the most stringent. absorption system; an anti-blank firing system; and

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a fuel-saving hydraulic system, increasing performance and protected against shock fractures and replacement of worn
reducing excavator fuel consumption. teeth is simple.

The firm’s tools are suited to construction, demolition, quarry Ground conditions are perhaps the most important factor
and mining, and even niche industries, with an overall focus when selecting the right tool. With ground conditions from
on high reliability and productivity, says Michele Alessandro 50-70MPa it’s possible to use the standard auger, but when the
Vitulano, Global Sales & Marketing Manager at Indeco. ground hardness is in the range of 70-100MPa they shift the
type of auger from a flat boring head to a more tapered one,
“In general, Indeco is well known for the quality of its to fracture it. Anything over 100MPa and the auger will still
product. We dedicate a lot of our time and resources to the penetrate, but drilling will take longer and the wear on the
R&D department. As we have expanded our range beyond drill can be significant. The engineering team at Auger Torque
hammers, we have dedicated the same attention to the other undertake FEA analysis to ensure the product can undertake
attachments – the pulverisers, steel sheers and grabbers. The the job in hand.
concept is always the same – we choose the best material
possible, we apply our expertise in design and in hydraulics, “It’s all about the economics of how much time it would
and we manufacture everything in Europe and the take you to drill the hole, and the amount of cost that you
United States.” would have to spend in terms of the teeth and everything
involved,” notes Saldanha. “But there are some cases
Auger Torque Group, part of the Kinshofer Group, where the customers have no choice – such as when
manufacturers a wide range of attachments, for the consultants have barred the use of hammers due to sensitive
earthmoving, construction, and agricultural industries. The infrastructure nearby.”
company increased its presence in the Middle East in a more
serious way in 2016, following on from initial early successes Saldanha says they’ve developed a number of solutions to cater
and requests from customers; stock is now held in Dubai, to demand in the AME region, including a specialized CFA
along with an office and dedicated business development system for drilling deep holes, especially when customers want
manager. Growth has continued with demand for earth drills, to dig a deep hole using a thin auger matched with a smaller
drum cutters for trenching, hydraulic hammers, augers, sized 20 tonne excavator. That solution is to offer an auger
and other tools. Their large range includes attachments and extension kit with interchangeable connections, so that
for machines such as excavators, skid steers, backhoes and in the case of the extension being damaged the hex bar will
telehandlers. North Africa is also an important focus for likely break without damage to the auger, which can be quickly
Auger Torque, says Rohan Saldanha, International Business replaced and the extension reattached. They also use NM400
Development manager at Auger Torque - key markets include grade anti-abrasive steel, meaning that it will last 4-6 times
Egypt and Morocco. longer. “This application has taken off really well. It lasts a lot
longer and saves money for customers,” he says. “The question
When it comes to drilling, their tools can be used to drill we always ask is, what can we bring into the market to improve
holes with diameters ranging from 100mm to 1.8m, and the efficiency and enhance the technological awareness of
when it comes to depth the maximum achieved is around 18 our customers? What can we do to make our customers’ lives
metres. They have been used for a wide range of applications,
including micro piling for easier? It’s not only about selling a product.”.
foundations, dewatering, pre-
drilling for sheet piling, high
voltage pylon erection, palm tree
plantation, street lighting and solar
panel foundations.

There are many advantages to the Specialised attachments can be used to carry out important jobs on construction sites,
design of their augers including saving time and money.
the development of anti abrasive
flights and shallow pitch flights,
which prevents spoil falling back
into the hole as it is being drilled,
something which is especially
applicable for sand and light
material. “You get much higher
productivity with this design,”
notes Saldanha. There is also the
patented Auger Torque shock Lock
tooth locking system, where auger
teeth are safely locked in place and

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AUPfCriOcMaINMGega Projects

by Plant & Equipment

EGYPT

Project: Develop Bloomfields Educational Zone Client: Tatweer Misr
Value: USD 203,600,000 Website: www.tatweermisr.com

Egyptian real estate developer Tatweer Misr has announced and investment funds with interest in education to launch
the signing of three final contracts worth EGP3.2bn with at the educational zone. This comes in line with Tatweer
three educational entities. The new contractual agreements Misr’s optimistic plan to support the Egyptian Government in
included an international branch campus of the New Jersey enhancing the educational ecosystem by the year 2030, and
Institute of Technology (NJIT), two King’s College schools, attract investors in diversified sectors. The new campus would
and a Narmer American College, all of which are located at be developed in three phases over 10 years with the first
the company’s educational zone at Bloomfields. phase to be completed by September 2023. The educational
zone is only catering to residents of Bloomfields, and it shall
Additionally, a partnership has been announced with the host international branch universities and schools that would
Commercial International Bank Egypt (CIB) and Colliers develop the educational system in Egypt, the Middle East and
International to create due diligence on the educational North Africa.
zone. This aims to also attract more educational entities

SOUTH AFRICA MALI

Project: Upgrade Fords Silverton Assembly Plant Project: Cement Plant in Bema
Value: USD 1,050,000,000 Value: USD 300,000,000
Client: Ford Motor Company Client: Sacko Holding SA
Website: www.ford.co.za
Sacko Holding SA, a private Mali-based company, has
Ford’s Silverton Assembly Plant is expected to generate finalised the funding of a $300m cement plant in Bema,
revenues exceeding 1.1 percent of South Africa’s gross 30km from Diéma on the Noro du Sahel road, Mali. The
domestic product. The annual installed capacity at the company has also carried out exploration for limestone in
Silverton plant will increase to 200,000 vehicles from the Bema area. The plant will cover 4.5ha of the site, which
168,000, supporting production of the all-new Ford Ranger will also include housing (15ha), and is expected to create
pickup truck for the domestic market and export to over 100 250-300 direct jobs initially, rising to 350-400 jobs after
global markets. The plant also will manufacture Volkswagen 2-3 years. Construction of the new plant is scheduled to
pickups trucks as part of the Ford-VW strategic alliance. commence before the end of this year. The cement works is
expected to alleviate the current cement shortage in Mali.

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SOUTH AFRICA

Project: River Club Development in Cape Town Client: Leisure Properties Trust
Value: USD 280,000,000

A $280m River Club development is set to be built in Cape Other parts of the development include: 59,600 sqm2 office
Town, South Africa. The planned mixed-use development will space, 20,700 sqm2 retail space, 8200 sqm2 hotel, 4100 sqm2
be constructed on a 15-hectare parcel of land. The development gym; restaurants, conferencing, school and events space.
design intends to create a 150,000 sqm2 mixed-use space, According to the developer, 20 percent of the residential floor
divided into commercial and housing uses across two precincts. space will be allocated for affordable housing opportunities. US
The developer, Liesbeek Leisure Properties Trust intends 31,900 retail giant, Amazon, will be the anchor tenant, opening a base
sqm2 to be used for residential purposes. of operations on the African continent.

The proposed development will meet the requirements of The River Club development is envisaged to take place in phases,
inclusivity and integration. It combines various land uses and a mix with construction set to take place over three to five years. The
of income groups by offering market-driven and affordable housing development of Precinct 1 includes mixed used and a floor space
opportunities – the latter of which will be physically integrated with of approximately 60,000 sqm2. The Precinct 2 will house the
the other residential units in the apartment complexes. Amazon headquarters, which is 70,000 sqm2 of floor space.

MOROCCO EGYPT

Project: Construct Two Industrial Complexes Project: Construct 7-storey Rock Capital 1
Value: USD 486,000,000 Value: USD 128,000,000
Client: Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment Client: El Batal Group
and The Digital Economy Website: www.elbatal-egypt.com
Website: www.mcinet.gov.ma
Egyptian developer El Batal Group has launched its first
The Ministry of Industry, Trade, Investment, and the Digital property in the New Administrative Capital (NAC) at an
Economy has recently issued the tenders for the two investment of about EGP2bn ($128m). The 7-storey Rock
projects that are situated between the Western Atlantic Port Capital 1, with a Built-Up Area of 100,000 sqm, would
of Casablanca and Settat, nearly 80km south of the city. comprise of offices and be completed by the end of 2023.
The two complexes would be built as joint public-private They collaborated with Hazel Wong of the award-winning
partnership (PPP) ventures and would be spread over an WSW Architects for design, Cracknell for landscape design,
area of more than 1.3 sqkm. The two projects will eventually Ted Jacob Engineering Group for engineering and the
attract at least 500 companies and total investments of Engineering Consultants Group as general consultant for
nearly $486m, providing around 27,000 jobs. The public the project.
sector will provide land for the projects, conduct economic
and technical studies, and undertake power supply while the Rock Capital 1 is designed to be a project based on
private sector will undertake development and infrastructure solar panels as a source of clean energy and the use of
work, as well as marketing for the two complexes. environmentally friendly building materials.

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GLOBAL NEWS

HUGE POTENTIAL

WOLFFKRAN ACQUIRES KONSTRUKTIVA LOKUS

Crane manufacturer Wolffkran acquired Czech crane rental “The Czech crane market has huge potential. That is why we
company Konstruktiva Lokus. The Prague-based company is wanted to be the first rental company in the Czech Republic
an established player in the Czech market since decades and with a strong partner at our side. We are pleased to have
expands the territory of the red Wolffkrans in Central Europe. found such a partner in Wolffkran,” said Jan Drastík, Chairman
of the Management Board of Konstruktiva Lokus.

Konstruktiva Lokus, founded in 1929, and Wolffkran share a
long history of partnership. Its fleet of around 120 top-slewing
tower cranes and self-erecting cranes is largely made up of
Wolffkran cranes, which Konstruktiva Lokus has been renting
and selling to customers in the Czech Republic, Slovakia,
Germany and Poland for almost 30 years. The acquisition
was further preceded by a longstanding collaboration with

Wolffkran Austria GmbH..

EXPANDING FOOTPRINT

EPIROC TO ACQUIRE MINING
ELECTRIFICATION SOLUTIONS PROVIDER

Epiroc has agreed to acquire Meglab, a Canadian company infrastructure needed for mine electrification and equipment
with expertise in providing electrification infrastructure charging solutions, as well as for digitalization and
solutions to mines. Their solutions support mining customers automation of operations.
in their transition to battery-electric vehicles.
“Epiroc is proud to be the leader in providing battery-electric
Meglab, based in Quebec, is a technology integrator that vehicles for the mining industry, improving customers’ work
designs, manufactures, installs and supports practical environment and lowering their emissions while increasing
and cost-effective electrification and telecommunications their productivity,” said Helena Hedblom, Epiroc’s President
infrastructure solutions to customers in several countries. Its and CEO. “The acquisition of Meglab will strengthen our
products and solutions include system design, substations, capacity to provide the infrastructure required as mines
switchgears and automation system solutions, enabling the
transition to battery-electric vehicles.”.

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