Formwork specialist Doka says it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with that gives Form-Scaff, a subsidiary of Waco Africa Pty Ltd, sole distribution rights across sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.
In a statement, the Austrian company said the agreement came into effect on 1 August, 2019.
The deal effectively makes Waco Africa one of the largest formwork providers on the continent in terms of presence and capacity through Form-Scaff.
“Doka’s top priority when working in any market is to understand the demand and deliver suitable, cost-effective solutions that make construction sites safer, while ensuring projects are delivered on time thanks to our innovative products and systems,” said Paolo Zumaglini, member of the management board, Doka. “In signing this exclusive agreement with Waco Africa Pty Ltd, we are gaining a strong, reliable partner whose footprint covers more than 30 branches in nine sub-Saharan countries and whose experience extends to over 55 years. Doka looks forward to supporting Waco Africa Pty Ltd through its engineering expertise and contributing towards the development of a region that includes several of the world’s fastest growing economies.”
“We are extremely excited about the long-term prospects that this partnership will bring,” added Waco Africa CEO Mike Els. “One of the most technologically advanced formwork companies in the world, Doka will add enormous value to Form-Scaff – the African market leaders – who are renowned for their extensive branch network and stockholding as well as their robust product range supported by detailed designs, engineering services and on-site technical support.”