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PATERSON SIMONS WINS MANITOWOC GROVE AWARD FOR THE SALE OF THE FIRST GRT9165 IN AFRICA, ALONG WITH RECOGNITION FOR BEING THE LONGEST SERVING DEALER ON THE CONTINENT

PATERSON SIMONS WINS MANITOWOC GROVE AWARD FOR THE SALE OF THE FIRST GRT9165 IN AFRICA, ALONG WITH RECOGNITION FOR BEING THE LONGEST SERVING DEALER ON THE CONTINENT

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Alisa Evans
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August 2023
The Grove GRT9165 was delivered  by Paterson Simons to Newmont Africa in late 2022. This 3 axle 150 MT model is the largest rough terrain crane in the world, and the first one delivered in Africa. This GRT9165 joins the existing fleet of lifting equipment supplied and maintained by Paterson...
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IMPORTANT EMAIL SAFETY INFORMATION: PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST MANDATE FRAUD

IMPORTANT EMAIL SAFETY INFORMATION: PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST MANDATE FRAUD

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Alisa Evans
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August 2023
As part of our commitment to ongoing excellence in Information Technology (IT) Paterson Simons is completing an audit as part of the UK Government sponsored Cyber Essentials Certification scheme. Due to this, we are educating our stake holders, customers, and our group staff on this important issue – please note...
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MR. GEORGE VICTOR OKOH PASSES ON

MR. GEORGE VICTOR OKOH PASSES ON

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By
Alisa Evans
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August 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of George Victor Okoh (GVO) which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 2nd August 2023.  We remember with gratitude the incredible life that has now passed. GVO’s passing is a huge blow to Pasico Ghana Limited.  His rich professional accounting experience...
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DIVE INTO KONECRANES LIFT TRUCKS WORLDWIDE!

DIVE INTO KONECRANES LIFT TRUCKS WORLDWIDE!

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By
Alisa Evans
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August 2023
Following a long tradition of heavy-duty lift truck craftsmanship, Konecranes is dedicated to providing quality, high-performing lifting equipment that improves productivity, safety and eco-efficiency. Have a look at this wonderful resource from Konecranes – see the various industries, models, the history and customer successes from Konecranes Lift Trucks – built...
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MEET ROY BESTER!

MEET ROY BESTER!

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By
Alisa Evans
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August 2023
Roy joined us in January 2014 and this December 2023 will be the culmination of 10 years employment at Paterson Simons! Roy initially started as a Lifting Machinery Inspector, at Pasico Ghana’s Certification, Inspection and Training Division (CIT). He was tasked with conducting statutory inspections on lifting equipment and rigging...
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DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE BEEN A PROUD GROVE DEALER SINCE SIGNING UP AS COLES CRANES DEALERS BACK IN 1977?

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE BEEN A PROUD GROVE DEALER SINCE SIGNING UP AS COLES CRANES DEALERS BACK IN 1977?

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By
Alisa Evans
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August 2023
Paterson Simons have been proudly associated with Grove as a dealer since our initial partnership with Coles Cranes back in 1977. In the early 1980s, Coles experienced a surge in crane exports, especially to the Middle East and North African markets. However, despite strong sales, profits were not satisfactory, leading...
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PATERSON SIMONS ATTENDS VERTIKAL DAYS 2023

PATERSON SIMONS ATTENDS VERTIKAL DAYS 2023

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By
Alisa Evans
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August 2023
In May 2023 members of the Paterson Simons UK team attended Vertikal Days, held in Peterborough. Vertikal Days is a specialist event with its core centred firmly around access platforms, cranes, telehandlers and associated lifting equipment for lifting professionals. Giving an unobstructed view of the industry’s latest products, the show...
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ENSURE YOUR CONTROL SYSTEM IS UP TO DATE

ENSURE YOUR CONTROL SYSTEM IS UP TO DATE

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By
Alisa Evans
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July 2023
Did you know that the MDL2 electronic control unit has become obsolete and is no longer supplied? It’s well-known that repairing old electronic control units is difficult, time wasting and sometimes not 100% reliable. It’s time to ensure a safe and reliable Control System for your Konecranes lift trucks.  ...
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7 TERBERG TRACTORS COMMISSIONED TO PORTS & TERMINAL MULTISERVICES LTD – TINCAN ISLAND, LAGOS, NIGERIA (PTML GRIMALDI)

7 TERBERG TRACTORS COMMISSIONED TO PORTS & TERMINAL MULTISERVICES LTD – TINCAN ISLAND, LAGOS, NIGERIA (PTML GRIMALDI)

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By
Alisa Evans
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July 2023
Paterson Simons recently commissioned and handed over 3 x Terberg RT283 RoRo Tractors and 4 x Terberg YT223 Yard Tractors to Ports & Terminal Multiservices Ltd – Tincan Island, Lagos, Nigeria (PTML GRIMALDI). These machines have been added to PTML Grimaldi’s existing fleet of Terberg RoRo and Yard Tractors. Christian...
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HELLO FROM OUR PATERSON SIMONS LOMÉ OFFICE!

HELLO FROM OUR PATERSON SIMONS LOMÉ OFFICE!

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By
Alisa Evans
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July 2023
Bonjour from our Togo office! Paterson Simons & Co. Togo SARL U is one of our ‘on-the-ground’ subsidiaries in West Africa. Opened in 2014, our Lomé office is a dedicated lifting solutions and service provider for the Togo market. Contact details: Paterson Simons & Co. Togo SARL U Attiégou, Route...
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PATERSON SIMONS CONDUCTS TECHNCAL JCB TRAINING FOR GHANA PORTS & HARBOURS AUTHORITY

PATERSON SIMONS CONDUCTS TECHNCAL JCB TRAINING FOR GHANA PORTS & HARBOURS AUTHORITY

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By
Alisa Evans
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July 2023
Paterson Simons recently conducted technical JCB training for Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority (GPHA), in Uttoxeter. The training focused on the JCB model TLT35D 2WD and was provided to both GPHA and Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons. In 2019, GPHA purchased 22 JCB TLT35D Teletruks, and this year...
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ICTSI INVESTS FURTHER IN DRC’S PORT OF MATADI, AS FIRST HYBRID RTGS TO AFRICA ARE DELIVERED BY KONECRANES

ICTSI INVESTS FURTHER IN DRC’S PORT OF MATADI, AS FIRST HYBRID RTGS TO AFRICA ARE DELIVERED BY KONECRANES

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By
Alisa Evans
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July 2023
Matadi Gateway Terminal (MGT), the container terminal operation of International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has unveiled new investments which it says will advance terminal efficiency and provide easier access to the Port of Matadi. The latest investments involve an order from MGT to...