The Wirtgen Group has announced Panafrican Equipment Group as new authorised dealer across a host of sub-Saharan African marketsIn east Africa, Panafrican Equipment will offer Wirtgen’s full range of products and technologies in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.In West Africa, it will do so in Ghana and Sierra Leone, while in Nigeria, the region’s largest market, the company’s minerals and soil compaction portfolio will be represented.The new partnership steps up Wirtgen Group’s presence a market where it has been a reliable partner for decades.The six specialised Wirtgen Group brands – Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann, Benninghoven and Ciber – complement each other and address the individual needs and demands of customers across different market segments, bringing decades of experience, expertise and excellence to the African markets, according to Jerry Muchiri, manager regional business and dealer development East Africa and Nigeria at Wirtgen International GmbH.“With the innovative road construction and mineral solutions, the Wirtgen Group is well equipped to meet future challenges,” said Muchiri.A key part of the Panafrican Equipment advantage its its dedication to after-sales support, a priority for many customers across sub-Saharan Africa.Panafrican's dedication to providing comprehensive quality service and its established market presence will enhance Wirtgen Group products and technologies available to customers throughout the region, according to Scott T. McCaw, CEO and managing director Panafrican Group.“As authorised dealer, Panafrican provides complete support for all construction and mineral processing needs, combining our service expertise with Wirtgen Group's innovative portfolio and applications know how,” said McCaw.By joining forces, both partners will be able to support customers more effectively, underlining their commitment to innovation, quality, and customer focus, he added.Read more:
Wirtgen, Panafrican Equipment distributor deal
Wirtgen machinery at work in Tanzania. (Image source: Wirtgen)
