And the winner is – Goldfields Logistics
Yes - they took delivery of the first locally produced Volvo Truck.
The company’s fleet current fleet boasts about 200 Volvo trucks and the intention is to enlarge the fleet to 212 units by end of 2021.
“We acquired our first Volvo truck in 2010 and keep investing in the brand due to its proven fuel efficiency, safety and driver comfort,” said Wynand van der Westhuizen, MD of Goldfields Logistics.
“For us, it comes down to total cost of ownership, resale value and the aftermarket support we receive from Volvo Trucks.”
In South Africa Volvo offers the FH16, FH, FM and FMX ranges. “Volvo Trucks South Africa’s plant is situated in Amanzimtoti and currently employs 156 staff members in various roles such as engineering, assembly and quality assurance.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, product and technical experts from Europe have trained and supported the local plant virtually. It was a new experience for all involved.
“The same quality and safety standards that apply at any of the other plants on the various continents are relevant and applied here. Customers are therefore assured of receiving only the best quality trucks produced according to stringent Volvo standards,” explained director of Volvo Trucks Durban, David Fränne.
He said the event was a momentous occasion for all the plant staff.
“We are extremely proud of the team who rose to the occasion and turned our biggest launch into a reality here in South Africa,” said Fränne.
Source: Volvo
