According to the statement, the signed logistics transport project involves an order of over 1,000 vehicles, including CNG tractors and semi-trailers. The vehicles are expected to significantly support Dangote Group\u2019s logistics operations in Nigeria and across Africa, providing reliable transport capacity for infrastructure development and the delivery of essential services.<\/p>\n
The statement noted that Dangote led a delegation to Beijing on February 25 for strategic talks with the management of BAIC FOTON.<\/p>\n
The meeting was attended by Chang Rui, General Manager of BAIC Group and Chairman of BAIC FOTON; Lu Zhenghua, Executive Vice President of BAIC FOTON; and Fu Jun, Vice President of BAIC FOTON and President of BAIC FOTON International.<\/p>\n
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- \u201cOn February 25, Aliko Dangote, President of the Nigeria-based Dangote Group, led a delegation to Beijing for strategic talks with the management of BAIC FOTON,\u201d<\/em> the statement read in part.<\/li>\n
- \u201cAfter the talks, a vehicle delivery ceremony was held, marking a new phase in the cooperation between BAIC FOTON and Dangote Group. The signed logistics transport project involves an order of over 1,000 vehicles, including CNG tractors and semi-trailers. These vehicles will significantly support Dangote Group\u2019s logistics operations in Nigeria and across Africa, providing reliable transport capacity for local infrastructure development and the delivery of essential services.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Chang Rui commended the Dangote Group\u2019s contribution to Africa\u2019s industrialisation, while Fu Jun highlighted BAIC FOTON\u2019s advancements in new energy vehicles and pledged smooth delivery of the order. Dangote, in turn, praised the company\u2019s technological strength, with both sides also discussing Africa\u2019s energy transition and potential cooperation, including joint ventures.<\/p>\n
Get up to speed <\/strong><\/h4>\n
In July 2025, Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced the arrival of 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas powered trucks<\/a> in Lagos ahead of its nationwide fuel distribution initiative scheduled to begin on August 15 of that year.<\/p>\n
The latest order for over 1,000 additional CNG vehicles further highlights the group\u2019s sustained investment in expanding and modernising its logistics capacity.<\/p>\n
What you should know <\/strong><\/h4>\n
The Dangote Group is one of Africa\u2019s largest diversified industrial conglomerates, operating across cement manufacturing, petrochemicals, fertiliser, agriculture, food processing, mining, ports and logistics in Nigeria and several other African countries.<\/p>\n
The continued expansion of its CNG-powered fleet aligns with its broader strategy of scaling operations while positioning itself for long-term industrial growth across Africa.<\/p>\n
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- \u201cAfter the talks, a vehicle delivery ceremony was held, marking a new phase in the cooperation between BAIC FOTON and Dangote Group. The signed logistics transport project involves an order of over 1,000 vehicles, including CNG tractors and semi-trailers. These vehicles will significantly support Dangote Group\u2019s logistics operations in Nigeria and across Africa, providing reliable transport capacity for local infrastructure development and the delivery of essential services.\u201d <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n