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Another successful crawler crane assembly: Sekondi, Ghana.

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Alisa Evans
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October 2014
The crane will be working on site for approx 12 months lifting and turning large steel assemblies as they are fabricated by Group 5. The job got a commendation from Modec the end client who were impressed with the Paterson Simon’s team’s performance. ABOVE: Ernestina Nketsiah-Kwofie, Paterson Simons’s Heath, Safety and Environmental...
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Douala Cameroon: Rubber Tired Gantry Crane Assembly.

Douala Cameroon: Rubber Tired Gantry Crane Assembly.

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Alisa Evans
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September 2014
In September, 2014 the company completed another RTG fleet assembly this time in Cameroon at Douala International Terminal (DIT) which is run jointly by Bolloré Africa Logistics and APM Terminals. The action included Grove GMKs assisting with RTG assembly. Gys Ehlers was the senior engineer on site. ABOVE: Lifting the cab and spreader...
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TERBERG: New Cab Raises the Roof.

TERBERG: New Cab Raises the Roof.

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Alisa Evans
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September 2014
Over the years Terberg has secured a leading position in the RoRo-tractor market. The robust and well-designed tractors have been used in ports around the world for decades; mostly in ports in Europe and Africa, where many goods are transported via RoRo-ships. Regardless of load weights, ramps and tractor connections,...
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Cranes in Ghana: Equipment Sales and Service to Meet Your Lifting Needs

Cranes in Ghana: Equipment Sales and Service to Meet Your Lifting Needs

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Alisa Evans
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August 2014
From new and used crane sales to spare parts sales to a complete line of maintenance, repair, and personnel services when it comes to cranes in Ghana, Paterson Simons offers it all. No matter what your material handling needs, you can always count on us to help.  Paterson Simons’s local subsidiary, Pasico...
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Cranes In Burkina Faso Sales, Spares and Maintenance

Cranes In Burkina Faso Sales, Spares and Maintenance

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Alisa Evans
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August 2014
Whether you’re ready to buy a new or used crane in Burkina Faso, you need service on your current lifting equipment, or you’re searching for hard to find spare parts, we can help. No matter what your lifting needs, trust PSAL to provide the right solutions every time. New and...
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Togo Port, LCT, gets brand-new fleet of Terberg yard tractors.

Togo Port, LCT, gets brand-new fleet of Terberg yard tractors.

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Alisa Evans
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August 2014
Paterson Simons recently made its first delivery of 19 of a total of 38 Terminal Tractors to Lomé Container Terminal (LCT), Togo. Our service engineer, Alex Rochet has been deployed there to manage and deliver the service and maintenance of the fleet. ABOVE: Our service team in discussion at the...
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KONECRANES, Nigeria: We expand our relationship.

KONECRANES, Nigeria: We expand our relationship.

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Alisa Evans
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June 2014
Konecranes Overhead Cranes have formalised the relationship with UK-based Paterson Simons for the sole dealership of their industrial cranes in Nigeria. The deal was signed between John Traynor, MD of Paterson Simons and Knut Stewen, Konecranes Regional Sales Director for Africa, on 30 May 2014. Paterson Simons is currently the...
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KONECRANES: The world’s most powerful reachstacker

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Alisa Evans
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June 2014
Konecranes recently delivered a 100 metric ton (MT) capacity reach stacker to Jutlandia Terminal in Esbjerg, Denmark. The terminal is using the reach stacker to handle and transport blades and components for wind turbines. The machine was tailored by NC Nielsen from a standard Konecranes reach stacker. These powerful machines have...
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RESOLUTE, Mali: Critical Lift.

RESOLUTE, Mali: Critical Lift.

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Alisa Evans
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March 2014
Senior Engineer, Phil Coggin, was recently flown – as the only passenger of a chartered flight – by our customer Resolute Mining to their Syama mine in Mali to provide lift planning and supervision services for a construction project there. The construction – a giant chimney – is a rather...
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Manitou Underground Telehandlers for AGA in Ghana.

Manitou Underground Telehandlers for AGA in Ghana.

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February 2014
Over 72 design modifications turned a standard Manitou Telehandler into an underground workhorse for AngloGold Ashanti at Obuasi, Ghana. AngloGold Ashanti [AGA] recently took delivery of seven Manitou Rough Terrain Telehandlers designed with, amongst other modifications, bespoke man basket attachments. The 6T machines will perform underground maintenance services in the...
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MANITOWOC, Encore: Rebuild rather than Replace.

MANITOWOC, Encore: Rebuild rather than Replace.

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February 2014
Manitowoc Crane Care has certified Paterson Simons as an official EnCORE partner for West Africa. Rebuilding a is an economical alternative to extend a crane’s life. Cranes are completely rebuilt, from the bare frame to a new paint job.  Paterson Simons has facilities and engineering skills capable of rebuilding mobile...
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NIGER, LIBERIA, MALI: Expanding our Footprint.

NIGER, LIBERIA, MALI: Expanding our Footprint.

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Alisa Evans
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January 2014
Paterson Simons is uniquely placed to sell, service and maintain cranes and forklifts all over West Africa, having both the logistics and language skills to service a wide territory. Paterson Simons boasts three native French speakers, two in our Brighton office covering parts and shipping and the other in Ghana...