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Mantrac Nigeria, the Cat dealer representative in Nigeria, has committed to innovation and productivity with the unveiling of a new Digital Service Centre in Lagos. The investment highlights Mantrac’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric service, offering a new benchmark in remote diagnostics, technical support, and equipment uptime across Nigeria and the wider West African region.
In his comments, Emad Adeeb, Managing Director of Mantrac Nigeria, noted that the facility reflects our long-term vision to redefine after-sales service in the market.”
Located in Ikeja, Lagos, the facility serves as a remote command centre, enabling expert support for hundreds of customer sites across diverse industries, from mining and construction to oil & gas and agriculture. The centre is fully equipped with advanced diagnostic technology, high-speed connectivity, and a dedicated team of certified engineers and technical advisors trained in real-time troubleshooting and Cat telematics.
The Digital Service Centre allows Mantrac to monitor equipment performance remotely, conduct virtual inspections, and proactively respond to faults or irregularities before they lead to breakdowns, a significant advancement in reducing downtime and operational risk for customers working in hard-to-reach or hazardous locations.
“By combining Caterpillar’s world-class technology with local expertise, we’re ensuring customers get immediate, intelligent support, no matter where they are. This is about empowering productivity and building stronger partnerships.”
“The launch of this centre is a major milestone not just for Nigeria but for our entire Group,” said Nigel Lewis, COO of Mantrac Group.
“It is an example of how we are harnessing digital solutions to improve customer outcomes, enhance operational safety, and create a sustainable service model that will shape the future of our industry.”
“Caterpillar is proud to support Mantrac on this innovative initiative,” added Stephane Latini, Director Distribution, Eastern Africa at Caterpillar Inc. “Digital service solutions are transforming how we support our customers globally, and this new centre ensures that Nigerian and West African businesses can maximise equipment performance, productivity, and uptime with the latest Caterpillar technology.”
The Digital Service Centre offers a comprehensive suite of capabilities designed to enhance the efficiency and longevity of Caterpillar equipment. It provides live remote troubleshooting through video consultations, enabling real-time support and issue resolution. The centre is fully integrated with Cat Product Link and VisionLink, allowing for advanced equipment tracking and health analytics. It also supports remote software updates and calibrations, ensuring machines operate with the latest configurations. Through condition-based maintenance planning, the centre helps extend asset lifespans and reduce total cost of ownership. Currently supporting over 200 active sites in Nigeria, the centre is built with scalable infrastructure to expand its services across the region.
This is part of Mantrac Nigeria’s wider digital transformation roadmap, which includes the deployment of machine connectivity solutions, predictive maintenance programmes, and enhanced training for field service teams. The new centre not only improves the speed and accuracy of technical response but also contributes to a sustainable service model by reducing the need for frequent field travel.
