Paterson Simons conducted a specialised Konecranes Lifttrucks Technical Training session in Dakar, Senegal, to further enhance the technical expertise of the DP World Dakar workshop team. This intensive five-day programme blended theoretical instruction with practical hands-on experience, equipping participants with the skills to effectively maintain and troubleshoot Konecranes Lifttrucks. The training was delivered by Kamel Ali, Group Port Services...

Franna pick-and-carry cranes stand out for their unique mobility, agility and safety, making them ideal for the challenging terrain, tight spaces, and dynamic demands of mining and industrial operations. Franna cranes operate without outriggers, enabling fast set-up and quick transitions between lifts – crucial in remote or time-sensitive environments. Their articulated frame design offers outstanding manoeuvrability, allowing operators to...

The PSAL Group recently attended Vertikal Days, the essential event for the lifting and working at height industry, held in the second week of September.  The exhibition provided an important opportunity for our parts and logistics teams to experience first-hand the equipment we regularly deliver to customers across West and...

We were happy to recently welcome Vicky Owusu-Ansah to our UK Head Office in Brighton, marking a very special occasion for both our Brighton and Ghana teams. Vicky has been a cornerstone of Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, for an incredible 35 years. She first joined in 1989 as an...

Paterson Simons is delighted to announce that Toby Lyne has joined our Parts team as an Operations Analyst, where he will support the company’s focus on strategic inventory management and the evaluation of both current and future stock requirements.  His role will also encompass process improvement initiatives, including the handling and closure of...

Earlier this month a few of our engineers successfully completed Manitou’s technical training on the MHT-X-11250 telehandler in South Africa. The course combined technical and hands-on learning, giving participants an in-depth understanding of the telehandler’s advanced systems and capabilities. This training ensures Pasico Ghana (PSAL Group) engineers are not only...

We are pleased to welcome Mohamed Bacha, who has recently joined Paterson Simons as a Parts Co-ordinator-French Speaking. This role will support our busy and fast-paced Parts Team, with Mohamed based at our UK head office in Brighton. His contribution will be important in helping to develop and maintain long term relationships in...

Konecranes engine control function is designed to further extend the lifetime of its Generation C Forklifts and Empty Container Handlers while cutting emissions and operational costs. In addition to the familiar “Start and Stop” function – which automatically powers down the truck when idling or when the operator exits the...

Paterson Simons is delighted to honour Paul Rogers, Manitowoc Africa Director, as he begins an exciting new chapter with Manitowoc Europe! We have had the privilege of working closely with Paul for over 22 years, and during this time his leadership, expertise, and commitment have left a lasting mark on our partnership and the wider...

Paterson Simons is proud to announce our partnership with Kempower, becoming the official sales and aftermarket representative for the brand across West and Central Africa. This collaboration marks Kempower’s first entry into the African market and a significant milestone in expanding access to advanced DC fast charging technology across the region. By combining...

As part of our continued investment in engineering excellence and customer service, Paterson Simons recently completed a two-week intensive technical training programme for Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHC). The sessions took place at the Konecranes Gottwald Training Centre in Düsseldorf, Germany from 7th to 18th July 2025, with participation from Senior...

We are proud to recognise and commend our engineering teams for their exceptional dedication and expertise in conducting over 5,000 risk assessments over the past two years. Covering operations across West and Central Africa, these 5,200 risk assessments – conducted over the past two years in Ghana, Togo, Cameroon, and...