From Creamer Media in Johannesburg, this is the Real Economy Report.
Sashnee Moodley:
Crane company Sarens Siba opened its new Brits-based crane depot in mid-November to cater specifically for the regional mining industry. Demand and logistics were the main driving factors for the company to branch out from its depot in Brakpan to service mines in the northern part of South Africa. Donna Slater tells us more.
Donna Slater:
Demand and timeous service to mining clients were the main drivers behind Sarens Siba opening its new mining-specific depot in Brits. being located closer to mining regions means the company has easier and quicker access to a core market for Sarens Siba.
Sarens Siba Southern Africa regional director Andrew Lees:
Donna Slater:
Locality was also a deciding factor in Sarens Siba choosing Brits as a base.
Sarens group rental sales support manager Tim Biesemans:
Sarens heavies and mining depot manager Hennie Groenewald:
Donna Slater:
Andrew Lees also runs us through how the Brits depot fits into the company’s footprint within South Africa
Sarens Siba Southern Africa regional director Andrew Lees:
Sashnee Moodley:
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