Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, has been present in Africa through an appointed network of dealers for more than a hundred years. In support of the growth and development of Africa including that of Nigeria, Bosch established offices in several new key locations on the continent in the recent past. The establishment of local presences including one in Nigeria in 2014 has enhanced the gateway to innovative solutions for the improvement of African life. “With an estimated population of more than 206 million by 2020, Nigeria is a strategically important market for Bosch. Our company provides solutions in sectors such as infrastructure, automotive, food processing, and energy which enhance quality of life of the growing Nigerian population by making it safer, easier, and more efficient,” said Markus Thill, the Bosch Group’s President for Africa.
In April 2014, Bosch established a regional subsidiary in Nigeria which today employs some 50 associates in sales, marketing, and services – about five times more than at its office opening two and a half yours ago. The company has operations in all of its four business sectors in the country: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. In the next years, Bosch plans to further increase its business in the country and also provide significant value-add to the Nigerian economy and population.
The Power Tools division has aligned with the construction industry in imparting skills through onsite training providing the best possible support for artisans and tradesmen and offering suitable solutions in terms of tools and accessories. The opening of the first Bosch service centre ensures end-user satisfaction after the sale of the product and provides an all-round solution offer to the market.
With expert teams in Robert Bosch Nigeria across its business units, Bosch security systems has been supporting projects from concept to design and finally implementation with our appointed partners. In this way, the Bosch division creates a safe and secure environment meeting the needs of the customers.
A key focus for Robert Bosch Nigeria is to provide packaging technology solutions to the food processing industry which has the benefits of reduced wastage, improved production and ultimately improve food hygiene. Bosch Packaging Technology in 2016 launched a leasing model offering customers the opportunity of monthly payment in local currency for equipment leasing, embedded operator and service/spare part for a period of 36 months.
BSH Home Appliances are committed to make everyday life even easier for consumers in Nigeria. By partnering with local retailers and collaborating with premium kitchen manufactures, the Bosch subsidiary is able to deliver home appliances which represent uncompromising quality, technical perfection and absolute reliability.
Bosch Thermotechnology is the leading global manufacturer and supplier of industrial boilers and heating solutions that provides cutting edge solutions to various commercial, public and industrial institutions globally. The office in Nigeria offers a dedicated local service team, fully equipped and trained to German standards, poised to offer quality after sales services.
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