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Why FUSO Remains the Trusted Choice for the Civils2000 Group
After more than three decades of delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects across South Africa, the Civils2000 Group is building on its success with the launch of Building2000, a dedicated building division supported by a long-standing partnership with FUSO Trucks.
For over 30 years, the Civils2000 Group has built a reputation as a trusted name in civil engineering, infrastructure development, road construction, water projects, and commercial construction across South Africa. Founded in 1992, the company has grown into a respected multidisciplinary contractor known for quality workmanship, strong relationships, and reliable project delivery.
As part of its continued growth journey, the Civils2000 Group recently expanded its footprint into the building and construction sector with the launch of Building2000, a dedicated building division focused on delivering commercial, industrial, private, and public-sector construction projects. Building2000 aims to build on the Group's established reputation while creating new opportunities for growth within the construction sector.
Supporting that growth requires the right equipment and trusted partners. Having already invested in 14 FUSO trucks over the years, the Civils2000 Group once again turned to the FUSO Trucks brand when sourcing a vehicle to support the operational requirements of the newly established Building2000 division. The business selected the FUSO FJ16-230 Dropside fitted with a Palfinger PK18500 crane, supplied by Orbit Commercial Vehicles Western Cape.
Few people understand the operational demands of the Civils2000 Group better than Andrew Newborn, the company's Group Plant & Property Director. Currently responsibility for managing the Group's fleet and operational assets, he has witnessed the business's evolution first-hand, including its recent expansion into the building and construction sector through Building2000.
We sat down with Andrew Newborn to discuss the Group's long-standing partnership with FUSO Trucks, why the FUSO FJ range continues to support its operations, and the importance of having a trusted dealer partner in Orbit Commercial Vehicles Western Cape.
Why FUSO Again?
The Civils2000 Group has invested in multiple FUSO trucks over the years. What continues to bring you back to the brand?
Over the years, we've had positive experiences with the FUSO truck brand and the support provided by the dealer network. Reliability, owning and operating costs, favourable warranties and after-sales support are all important considerations for our business when acquiring new trucks to our expanding fleet. When we needed a truck solution for our new division Building2000, FUSO was a natural option to consider because of the confidence we've built in the brand over time."
Why the FUSO FJ Range?
Civils2000 and Building2000 operate different FUSO FJ models across their divisions. What continues to make the FUSO FJ range the right fit for your operations?
"Our operations span a variety of civil engineering, construction, and material-handling applications, which means we need vehicles that are reliable, versatile, and capable of performing across different environments.
Over the years, we've found the FUSO FJ range to be well suited to our operational requirements. Whether it's the FJ26-280 supporting tipping applications within Civils2000 or the FJ16-230 with the Palfinger crane supporting Building2000, the range offers the durability, optimal payload capability, and dependability we need to keep projects moving.
Having already invested in a number of FUSO trucks over the years, we have confidence not only in the product itself, but also in the support provided by the dealer network and the value the vehicles continue to bring to our business.".
The Importance of Partnership
How important is dealer support when investing in commercial vehicles?
"A vehicle is only one part of the equation. Strong dealer support plays a critical role in ensuring uptime and operational continuity. Orbit Commercial Vehicles Western Cape has supported us throughout the process, from understanding our requirements to helping us identify the right solution for the application. Having a trusted partner in the dealership space gives us the confidence we need as we continue to grow."
Looking Ahead
What does the future look like for Building2000?
"Building2000 represents an exciting new chapter for the Civils2000 Group. With many projects already on the go, we continue to establish ourselves within the building and construction sector, our focus remains on delivering quality projects, building strong client relationships, and creating sustainable growth for our business and the clients we serve."
Closing
The latest vehicle delivery represents more than an investment in a truck. It reflects a long-standing relationship between customer, dealer, and manufacturer, built on shared values of reliability, trust, and partnership.
As the Civils2000 Group begins this exciting new chapter with the Building2000 division, FUSO Trucks and Orbit Commercial Vehicles are proud to support the journey, helping ensure the business has the right solution it needs to continue building for the future.