A new mobile concrete batching plant, valued at $1.49 million, has been launched in Lomolomo, Lautoka, by Basic Industries, a subsidiary of Fijian Holdings Limited. This significant investment aims to boost production capacity and meet the rising construction demands in the rapidly developing Western Division.
Semi Lotawa, Chair of Basic Industries Limited, expressed the importance of this new facility, stating, “This mobile batching plant represents a bold step forward. It allows us to increase production capacity and deliver consistent, high-quality batches to support Fiji’s growing infrastructure needs.” The fully automated plant is capable of producing sixty cubic meters of concrete per hour, which will support various key infrastructure and hotel projects in the area.
Ratu Meli Tora, who represents the Tui Vuda and chairs the Ba Provincial Council, praised Fijian Holdings for its strategic investment, highlighting the swift development taking place in the Western Division. He remarked, “Nobody in Fiji will deny that development is fast here in the West, and I thank Fijian Holdings for being visionary to have this installed to cater for future demand.”
Jaoji Koroi, CEO of Fijian Holdings, underscored that this investment is part of the company’s strategic plan to provide quality products and meet the anticipated growth in construction within the region. He mentioned, “This investment is part of our strategy to ensure we deliver quality products to the market and meet the growing construction demand, especially here in the West.”
The introduction of this batching plant aligns with other positive developments in the Western Division, where recent investments are spurring economic growth and improving local capabilities. Notably, a new $12 million export processing facility recently opened by New Valley Processors in nearby Nadi is expected to significantly benefit local farmers by enhancing supply opportunities and focusing on high-value crop processing. This illustrates a broader trend towards growth and sustainability in the agricultural sector of the region.
Overall, these developments signal a promising future for Fiji, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure and bolster local economies, ultimately paving the way for greater prosperity for all Fijians.