The Paterson Simons team attended Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane sales and technical training from 24–28 August 2026, further strengthening our expertise in supporting ports and terminals across West and Central Africa. The programme included visits to the Konecranes factory in Düsseldorf, Germany, and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges assembly site...

We are pleased to welcome Archie Lyne to Paterson Simons as Group Sales – Port Solutions, supporting our customers in the ports and terminals sector across West and Central Africa. Archie will manage and develop a portfolio of key accounts while supporting the Group’s strategy for the sector. CONNECTING CUSTOMERS...

Welcome to our Meet the Team series! Today we head to Grangemouth, Scotland – the Group’s Service & Warranty office and home to colleagues supporting technical services, warranty, parts and data analysis across the business. From helping engineers resolve technical issues to following up warranty claims, the commercial side of...

Keep your fleet ready for work with the right parts and tools in place before maintenance is due. These three Konecranes parts promotions give you extra discounts on selected genuine parts and service tools, helping you prepare for servicing, replace worn components and minimise downtime. From spreader service boxes to...

The transition to more sustainable port operations is already underway, with electrification and automation helping terminals reduce emissions and improve efficiency. Konecranes highlights how its expanding range of electric and hybrid equipment supports this transition. Alongside new equipment, retrofits and modernisations offer opportunities to electrify existing machines and extend their...

Paterson Simons recently attended a Franna dealer training programme and factory visit in India, further strengthening the company’s expertise in Franna pick-and-carry crane solutions for the West and Central African market. Representing Paterson Simons, Group Business Development Manager James Heels and Plant Sales Manager Mark Chiocca participated in a series...

The purchase price of a spreader is only one part of its cost to a terminal. In an interview with WorldCargo News, Stinis marketing manager Rick van Reenen explains why operators should also consider reliability, maintenance, availability and service support when evaluating a spreader. A spreader that needs frequent repairs...

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution encouraging the use of map projections that more accurately represent the relative size of Africa and the world’s other continents. Adopted on 4 September 2026, the “Correct the Map” resolution addresses the distortions created by the traditional Mercator projection, which...

As industries continue to focus on improving productivity, reducing emissions and lowering operating costs, lithium-ion battery technology is rapidly becoming the preferred power source for the next generation of material handling equipment. Leading manufacturers including Konecranes and Manitou are investing heavily in Li-ion technology, across a growing range of equipment, from forklifts and...

Terberg Special Vehicles and Paterson Simons have renewed their long-standing distribution agreement, reinforcing a successful partnership that has supported customers across West and Central Africa for many years. Under the renewed agreement, Paterson Simons will continue to represent Terberg Special Vehicles across Liberia, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Togo, Benin, Cameroon,...

Every lifting project comes with its own set of requirements. Jobsite conditions, travel demands, available space, lifting capacity and reach can all influence which type of crane is best suited to the task. For contractors and operators choosing between an all-terrain and rough-terrain crane, understanding the key differences can help...

Keeping Grove mobile hydraulic cranes operating safely, reliably and efficiently requires the right products, parts and maintenance support. Manitowoc Crane Care offers genuine lubricants and Grove Extended Maintenance Kits designed to help crane owners protect their investment, simplify scheduled maintenance and maximise long-term equipment performance. GENUINE MANITOWOC CRANE CARE LUBRICANTS...