Overview
Phase 1 focuses on building two revenue streams that fund ZULIMA’s longer-term manufacturing ambitions: heavy equipment leasing and construction materials retail. Both businesses serve our existing client base and address clear gaps in the South-West region’s supply chain.
Equipment Leasing
Equipment leasing is the primary revenue engine for this phase. Construction firms in the Limbe-Buea corridor routinely need excavators, loaders, and concrete mixers but lack the capital to own them outright. ZULIMA will acquire a targeted fleet and lease it on daily and monthly terms.
Initial Fleet
- Excavators (tracked and wheeled)
- Wheel loaders
- Concrete mixers and pumps
- Tipper trucks
Business Model
Equipment is leased with operator or dry-hire, depending on client preference. Maintenance is handled in-house to control costs and maximize uptime. Revenue from leasing is expected to cover acquisition financing within 18-24 months per unit and generate surplus cash that funds the materials business and future manufacturing investment.
Construction Materials Distribution
We are establishing a retail and wholesale distribution point in Limbe for construction materials. This complements our existing project supply chain by opening it to third-party buyers.
Product Categories
- Cement and binding agents
- Steel reinforcement (rebar, wire mesh)
- Roofing materials (sheets, fasteners, flashing)
- Plumbing and electrical supplies
- General hardware and fasteners
Sourcing Strategy
Materials are sourced through a combination of domestic wholesale relationships and direct imports. We are building supplier relationships in China for bulk hardware and fasteners, which offers significant cost advantages over existing import channels used by regional distributors.
Market Opportunity
The South-West region has limited options for equipment rental and materials supply. Most contractors either travel to Douala for materials or pay premium prices to local middlemen. Our combined offering of equipment and materials creates a one-stop solution that saves contractors time and money.
Investment & Funding
Total Phase 1 investment is approximately 50 million CFA, funded through existing construction revenue and equipment financing. The equipment fleet is the largest capital item, with materials inventory requiring modest working capital.
This phase creates the revenue base and operational infrastructure needed to pursue local manufacturing in Phase 2.