Bello, the fleet manager of a local transportation company, has been searching for suitable natural gas heavy-duty trucks recently. Deep beneath the coastal strata of West Africa lies abundant oil and natural gas resources. In recent years, with the rapid development of natural gas infrastructure, this region is experiencing a new wave of energy application revolution. In the transportation industry, natural gas heavy-duty trucks with significant economic advantages are gradually replacing traditional diesel vehicles, becoming a new choice for reducing operating costs.

In fact, there are quite a few brands on the market offering such products. However, as Bello delved deeper into the research, he discovered an issue with natural gas trucks—the inadequate parts supply system. As an emerging product type, some brands' parts are only available in major cities, while others don't even have genuine parts available on the market. This poses a major risk for long-haul, heavy-duty fleets that require regular maintenance and prioritize uptime. Consequently, the procurement plan was put on hold until the fall of 2024, when the opening of SHACMAN Spare Parts Center reignited Bello's hope.