With far too many nations in the Global North squandering insane amounts of money on deadly military equipment right now, it’s comforting to see the South African National Defense Force (SANDF) investing in vehicles that dutifully sustain our armed forces, namely food trucks, drop-sides with cranes as well as buses – recently supplied by UD Trucks Southern Africa.

The handover of 16 vehicles to the SANDF was executed by well-established UD Trucks dealership, BB Trucks Polokwane, and comprised eight Croner H30 units with refrigerated van bodies for food supply, two Quester E24 drop side models fitted with cranes and six 65-seater Croner buses aimed at transporting personnel.

According to Mpemi Koto, chief warrant officer, South African National Defence Force: “We are pleased to be extending our partnership with UD Trucks, which is founded on the back of the brand’s commitment to delivering vehicles that are purpose-fit and to provide a hassle-free aftersales experience. The sales journey of the new fleet was seamless and UD Trucks was able to meet our stringent requirements timeously. Looking to the future, we have robust plans to expand our fleet and we are proud to say that UD Trucks remains a preferred partner of choice.”

For Esaia Taunyane, sales director, UD Trucks Southern Africa: “As UD Trucks, we remain committed to ensuring that our products contribute to the long-term success of our customer businesses. The SANDF plays a key role in defending and protecting the Republic of South Africa and we are honoured by the continued confidence and faith placed in the UD brand.

“We are excited about future collaboration and wish the SANDF all the best with their new fleet, which will play a vital role in contributing significantly to fulfilling their sole vision of ‘effective defence in South Africa’.” 

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