No New Tyres Not A Problem, Says Bandag
Fiji Bandag’s retreads last longer than new tyres, cost less, use less oil and energy to produce and reduces landfill.
Saturday 21 March 2020 | 11:31
Retread tyres in stock at Fiji Bandag Pte Ltd. Inset: Fiji Bandag Pte Ltd general manager Lawrence Robert. Photo: Lusiana Tuimaisala
There is a shortages of new tyres in light of the coronavirus pandemic, Fiji Bandag Pte Ltd has said.
To ease the situation, the company is offering retreading tyres, said general manager Lawrence Robert.
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Retreading, Mr Robert said, involved the import of raw material from Australia.
“If there is shortage of new tyres, we will always have backup tyres from Australia, where our raw material is sourced.
Fiji Bandag Pte Ltd general manager Lawrence Robert. Photo: Lusiana Tuimaisala
Employees
Fiji Bandag hasn’t laid off employees as yet, Mr Robert said.
But if things get tough, they would probably have to review their cost of operation.
“We have five branches in Fiji, located in Suva, Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, and Labasa.
“At the moment we haven’t decided anything yet.”
Bandag employs 60 people.
More reasons to re-tread with Fiji Bandag
- Fijian Made Product
- Cold processed retreads offer the most reliable and cost effective replacements on tyres in the market today.
- Bandag picks up worn tyre casings from designated premises without any disposal costs.
- pay residual value for the worn tyres
- We are committed to providing cost savings and have data from customers in
- Reliable and efficient service from a dedicated team
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