ELB EQUIPMENT PARTNERS WITH LIUGONG
• PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
ELB EQUIPMENT PARTNERS WITH LIUGONG
“ For our existing customers the partnership signifies a significant expansion of our product portfolio and gives them access to LiuGong ’ s world-class range of equipment and we remain committed to delivering the highest standards of service and support to our valued customers .
Supplied by ELB Equipment
Pu Yonghua , LiuGong sales manager in southern Africa ; Li Kailiang , LiuGong senior director ; Luo Guobing , LiuGong senior vice president ; Charles Pettit , CEO Apex Business Partners , Desmond Van Heerden , CEO ELB Equipment ; Gerrit Kapp , commercial director ELB Equipment and Keon Kardolus , ELB Equipment divisional director ( EMC ), at the signing ceremony .
At the end of 2024 , earthmoving , mining and construction equipment supplier , ELB Equipment , signed an exclusive agreement with LiuGong to act as its sole distributor in southern Africa . This collaboration provides access to LiuGong ’ s globally acclaimed equipment including wheel loaders , excavators , graders , mining trucks , road building equipment , backhoes and skid steers which will now enjoy ELB Equipment ’ s local expertise in sales and aftermarket service .
The move represents a significant shift for both companies , combining LiuGong ’ s innovative machinery and global reputation with ELB Equipment ’ s decades-long expertise , after-sales support and far-reaching market presence . It provides ELB Equipment with the firepower it needs to compete with the South Africa ’ s largest suppliers providing it with a comprehensive offering in all the sectors it serves from mining to construction and general industry .
The agreement was signed by Desmond Van Heerden , CEO of ELB Equipment and Pu Yonghua , LiuGong sales manager of southern Africa , with a shared vision of growth , quality service and commitment to providing the right technical solutions for customers equipment requirements .
“ Similarly , LiuGong ’ s existing customer base in South Africa can rest assured that ELB Equipment will uphold the quality and reliability that they have come to expect from the LiuGong brand . With our robust infrastructure , 11 branches as well as sub-dealers and dedicated service teams strategically located across the country , we are well-equipped to support LiuGong ’ s growing footprint ,” says Desmond .
“ As we move into 2025 , ELB Equipment and LiuGong are committed to setting new benchmarks in the South African equipment market . Together , we aim to foster innovation , expand opportunities and deliver sustainable value to our customers and stakeholders .”
Pu Yonghua , commented , " South Africa represents an important market for LiuGong , and we are thrilled to join forces with ELB Equipment . With their extensive network and customer-first approach , we are confident that this partnership will further strengthen our position in the region . We look forward to a prosperous relationship ."
This move provides ELB Equipment with the firepower it needs to compete with the South Africa ’ s largest suppliers providing it with a comprehensive offering in all the sectors it serves from mining to construction and general industry .
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