Heavy duty truck industry news in nigeria 2017

Here are some key news and developments in the heavy-duty truck industry in Nigeria in 2017:

  1. Dangote Group orders 200 trucks from MAN Truck & Bus: In January 2017, the Dangote Group, one of Nigeria's largest conglomerates, placed an order for 200 trucks from MAN Truck & Bus, a German-based truck manufacturer. The trucks were expected to be used for the transportation of goods and raw materials for the group's various businesses. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. Nigerian government plans to revamp trucking industry: In February 2017, the Nigerian government announced plans to revamp the country's trucking industry by investing in infrastructure, improving road networks, and promoting the use of locally assembled trucks. The plan was aimed at reducing the country's reliance on foreign-made trucks and creating jobs for Nigerians. (Source: This Day Live)
  3. Volvo Trucks opens new dealership in Lagos: In March 2017, Volvo Trucks, a Swedish-based truck manufacturer, opened a new dealership in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital. The dealership was expected to provide after-sales services and spare parts to customers in the region. (Source: BusinessDay)
  4. Nigerian truckers protest against high fuel prices: In April 2017, truckers in Nigeria protested against high fuel prices, which they said were affecting their businesses and livelihoods. The protest was led by the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and the Truck Owners Association of Nigeria (TOAN). (Source: Premium Times)
  5. MAN Truck & Bus launches new truck model in Nigeria: In May 2017, MAN Truck & Bus launched a new truck model, the MAN TGS 26.480, in Nigeria. The truck was designed to meet the needs of Nigerian truckers and was expected to be used for long-distance haulage and construction projects. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
  6. Nigerian government introduces new truck registration policy: In June 2017, the Nigerian government introduced a new truck registration policy aimed at reducing the number of trucks on the country's roads and improving road safety. The policy required truck owners to register their vehicles and obtain a special permit to operate on Nigerian roads. (Source: The Guardian)
  7. Daf Trucks opens new dealership in Abuja: In July 2017, Daf Trucks, a Dutch-based truck manufacturer, opened a new dealership in Abuja, Nigeria's capital city. The dealership was expected to provide after-sales services and spare parts to customers in the region. (Source: Daily Trust)
  8. Nigerian truckers protest against extortion by security agencies: In August 2017, truckers in Nigeria protested against extortion by security agencies, which they said were demanding bribes from truckers to allow them to operate on Nigerian roads. The protest was led by the NURTW and TOAN. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
  9. Volvo Trucks launches new truck model in Nigeria: In September 2017, Volvo Trucks launched a new truck model, the Volvo FM 440, in Nigeria. The truck was designed to meet the needs of Nigerian truckers and was expected to be used for long-distance haulage and construction projects. (Source: BusinessDay)
  10. Nigerian government plans to establish truck parks: In October 2017, the Nigerian government announced plans to establish truck parks across the country to reduce congestion on Nigerian roads and improve road safety. The plan was aimed at providing a safe and secure environment for truckers to park and rest. (Source: This Day Live)

These are some of the key news and developments in the heavy-duty truck industry in Nigeria in 2017. The industry faced several challenges, including high fuel prices, extortion by security agencies, and congestion on Nigerian roads. However, there were also several positive developments, including the launch of new truck models and the introduction of new policies aimed at improving the industry.