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Investment proposition

 
 

An attractive investment case

   
 

Clear vision

 
  • To be a recognised global market leader in the provision of integrated solutions in distribution, rental, fleet management, product support and logistics to customers in chosen business segments
 

Strategic focus

 
  • Four core divisions: Equipment, Automotive, Handling and Logistics
 

Representation of leading international brands

 
  • Caterpillar, Hyster, Avis and leading automotive brands with strong market positions in southern Africa and internationally
 

Positively geared to fixed investment programmes

 
  • Exposure to high infrastructure and mining expenditure in South Africa, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo and Siberia
 

Business and geographic diversity

 
  •  Operations across four business segments in 42 countries increases resilience due to counter-cyclicality factors
 

Strong balance sheet and cash generation

 
  • 57% of debt in the long term and strong operational cash flows
 

Experienced management team

 
  • Proven competencies at all levels driven by delivery of integrated customer solutions
 

Robust and adaptable Barloworld people

 
  • Operating in some of the harshest climates and toughest regions in the world, our people are both adaptable to change and robust to take on the toughest challenges
 

Responsible social and community investment

 
  • Broad-based community and related business investment which builds necessary skills, protects the environment and adds value to our businesses and the wider economy