Paterson Simons was established in the 1850s. One of the founders, William Ker, developed a close personal relationship with the Temenggong of Johore and was entrusted with managing his finances in 1853. This relationship granted Ker and his partners, William Paterson and Henry Minchin Simons, special business privileges. The company...

Ever wished you had eyes in the back when reversing? The Konecranes reverse camera kit can be positioned anywhere to prevent blind spots, helping your drivers move large tonnages in a safe and efficient way! The camera combines a wide field of view with excellent image quality for reliable guidance....

For as long as we’ve had heavy machinery, we’ve had daily and periodic inspections to make sure they’re in working order and safe to operate. In many markets, it is a legal requirement. And with good reason—inspections are critical to safety, maintenance efficiency, pre-emptive troubleshooting, managing costs, and optimizing the...

From all of us at Paterson Simons, we wish all our customers and partners a very happy Easter.    ...

Paterson Simons has had a full-time presence at Lome Container Terminal (LCT) for the last 8 years. Our contract at LCT officially began on the 1st of February 2015, we set up a full team at LCT in a few short weeks. We currently have a team of 104 strong...

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons, took part in the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Sports Jamboree, held on 25th February 2023 at the Burma Camp Sports Complex, Accra – Ghana. This was a competitive sporting event exclusive to members of the UKGCC. It was a family-friendly event...

Paterson Simons Service Manager Messan Guedou recently visited Europe to shadow an experienced Konecranes engineering team building a Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane (MHC) ordered by ICTSI for their operations at Matadi Gateway Terminal. He arrived in time to witness the boom assembly, fitting of boom to the crane, process...

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons, recently carried out Forklift Training for the US Embassy in Accra, in February 2023. This training was conducted through Pasico’s Certification, Inspection and Training Division (CIT). The Forklift Training covered practical and theory modules. Forklift Theory Training by Pasico’s Certification, Inspection and...

Paterson Simons attended the Manitowoc Middle East, Africa and CIS Dealer Meeting  in Dubai in February 2023. Over 20+ Manitowoc dealers from around the region attended. Paterson Simons presented to fellow MEA dealers on ‘best practice’ at the conference. Thank you Manitowoc for this memorable event!...

Ensure your operators and service technicians experience a secure working environment during maintenance operations, with Konecranes container checking safety system. Container checking safety system from Konecranes The system (red supports) is mounted on both sides of the mast. While activated, the system is locked mechanically in horizontal position, preventing the...

The practice of maintenance is as old as industry—for as long as we’ve had machines, we’ve had to maintain and adapt our maintenance activities to match their progress. Today, digitalization is reinventing maintenance practice and standards. Real time insights and data-driven decision making is helping cut costs, improve safety and...

Paterson Simons & Pasico Ghana attended the Investing in African Mining Indaba, held in Cape Town from 6 – 9 February 2023. The Mining Indaba is solely dedicated to the successful capitalisation and development of mining interests in Africa. Succeeding for over 27 years, the Mining Indaba has a unique...