From Creamer Media in Johannesburg, this is the Real Economy Report.
Sashnee Moodley:
Japanese commercial vehicles manufacturer UD Trucks had to contend with a tough year in 2021, with a number of global challenges, but still achieved solid growth and a number of successes.
Tasneem Bulbulia:
The company is now looking to build on this growth, with a keen focus on sustainability. UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede outlines the company’s stellar performance, despite the challenges experienced.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede
Tasneem Bulbulia:
Van den Heede also explains the company’s strategic alliance with Isuzu Motors Group.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede:
Tasneem Bulbulia:
UD Trucks also has a new Vision 2025 to become a Japanese sustainability leader, through which it aims to build a better life. Van Den Heede expands.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede:
Tasneem Bulbulia:
UD Truck’s focus on sustainability has led the company to introduce Euro 5 trucks ahead of regulations in South Africa. Van den Heede expands.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede:
Tasneem Bulbulia:
UD Trucks is also focusing on automation, connectivity and electromobility, or, ACE. Van den Heede explains.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede:
Tasneem Bulbulia:
Van den Heede mentions other areas of focus for the company for this year.
UD Trucks Southern Africa MD Filip Van den Heede:
Sashnee Moodley:
That’s Creamer Media’s Real Economy Report. Join us again next week for more news and insight into South Africa’s real economy.