Nissan Diesel and its dealer network are to spend R89-million on new infrastructure developments across South Africa, the truck manufacturer has announced.
An additional R6-million will be invested in the training of much-needed technical apprentices and sales personnel.
The company is planning dealership upgrades and developments in Alberton, Rustenburg, Witbank, Nelspruit, Roodepoort, Port Elizabeth and Brits. Dealer infrastructure investment amounted to R34-million in 2006.
“Trucking forms an integral part of the South African economy and it is of great importance to ensure that the wheels of industry and business continue to rotate effectively and productively,” said Frans Cloete, executive vice-president of operations at Nissan Diesel South Africa.
“The South African truck industry is continuously shifting and changing, with more than 31 competitors now vying for their share of the market,” he added.
Nissan Diesel SA is looking to increase its market share to around 13%, in an industry that is expected to sell up to 38 000 units.
One of the most important focus areas of Nissan Diesel will be to provide support for comprehensive driver training to the company’s network of dealerships and fleet owners across the region. – I-Net Bridge