Question 1

Can I import construction equipment from Germany to Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We source and export all types of construction equipment from Germany to Nigeria, Kenya, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ghana. This includes excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes, and compactors from brands like Caterpillar, Liebherr, and Komatsu available through German dealers. We handle all export documentation, TÜV inspection, and shipping coordination.

Question 2

What is the minimum order value for industrial machinery?

Accepted Answer

The minimum order value is €5,000 for industrial machinery and equipment. This covers the cost of sourcing, inspection, professional packaging, export documentation, and shipping coordination. Our service fee is 15% for machinery orders, which includes full pre-shipment inspection and quality verification.

Question 3

How long does it take to ship heavy machinery from Germany to Africa?

Accepted Answer

Shipping times vary by destination and equipment size: Nigeria (Apapa/Tin Can) 5-7 weeks, Kenya (Mombasa) 6-8 weeks, UAE (Jebel Ali) 4-5 weeks, Saudi Arabia (Dammam/Jeddah) 4-6 weeks, Ghana (Tema) 5-7 weeks. Large equipment is shipped via flat rack containers or RoRo vessels. Timeline includes customs clearance and port handling.

Question 4

Do you provide warranty and after-sales support for machinery?

Accepted Answer

All equipment comes with the manufacturer's original warranty (typically 12-24 months for new machinery, 6-12 months for certified used equipment). We provide full documentation including warranty certificates, service manuals, and parts catalogs. For after-sales support, we can connect you with authorized service centers in your country or arrange parts shipments from Germany.

Question 5

Can you source used or refurbished industrial equipment?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Germany has a robust market for certified used and refurbished industrial equipment. All used machinery undergoes TÜV inspection and comes with detailed condition reports, service history, and remaining warranty coverage. Used equipment typically costs 40-60% less than new while maintaining German quality standards. We can source equipment from 2015 onwards with verified low operating hours.

Question 6

What payment terms do you offer for large machinery orders?

Accepted Answer

For machinery orders over €20,000, we offer flexible payment terms: 30% deposit to initiate sourcing and inspection, 40% upon inspection approval and before shipping, 30% upon arrival at destination port. We accept bank transfers (SEPA/SWIFT), letters of credit (L/C), and escrow services for large transactions. All payments are secured with detailed contracts and invoices.

Where to Source German Industrial Machinery for Africa?

Why Source Industrial Machinery from Germany?

TÜV Certified Equipment

Flexible Payment Terms

Delivered in 5-8 Weeks

15% Service Fee / €5,000 Minimum

What Industrial Equipment Can You Source?

Construction Equipment

Generators & Power

Agricultural Equipment

Industrial Tools

Material Handling

Concrete & Asphalt

How Is Heavy Machinery Shipped from Germany?

Flat Rack Container

Standard Container (20ft/40ft)

RoRo Shipping

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