Not all machines are built equally, and DEZZI equipment is in a league of its own. Established in 1973, Desmond Transport grew as a modest transportation company into an earthmoving, construction and plant hire operation.

Where it all started

Desmond Gutzeit, who founded the company, purchased used “yellow-metal equipment” such as front-end loaders and excavators to be repaired and used in his own fleet. As the business grew and Gutzeit acquired more equipment, the company’s focus shifted to the purchase, repair and sale of “yellow-metal equipment.”

By this time, Gutzeit had developed a deep understanding of these machines and building his own front-end loader was, in the words of his son and current Dezzi MD Carl Gutzeit, a “natural process”. Based on his knowledge of these machines and the technologies available, Desmond Gutzeit assembled what he regarded as the perfect machine, cherry-picking the best solutions from various OEMs and adding them to his own ideas and solutions.

In 1995, DEZZI established its manufacturing plant in Port Shepstone, KZN. In 1996 it produced its first front end loader, selling 3 that year and 5 the next. After 1998, the DEZZI equipment brand started to gain momentum which would bring it to be one of the leading plant equipment brands in Africa, delivering a product which is just that… Proudly African.

Need a custom-made machine? 

DEZZI can customise bespoke solutions, unlike other OEMs who are unable to produce one-offs. In addition, opposition companies in this market sector must order from abroad complete, assembled machines whereas our units can be customised to the needs of each individual client.”

The big deal about DEZZI

DEZZI’s impressive range has grown substantially over the years, now offering haulage tractors, articulated 4x4 haulers, articulated 6x6, 6x4 and 4x4 dump trucks, motor graders and cane and timber loaders. Being proudly locally produced with an expansive dealer network throughout Africa, parts are readily available combined with stellar after-sales support, delivered by a team of people who are as passionate about the growth of your business as you are.

With DEZZI, results are always delivered

We have had the privilege of using DEZZI equipment extensively in our own operations at UMOBA and can truly attest to these machines being built Africa tough! No job is too big or too small for your DEZZI, and we know that these machines are in it for the long haul and ultimate growth of your business.

As the official dealer for DEZZI equipment in Eswatini and Mozambique, our experienced and passionate sales staff are ready to take your operation to the next level. Apprehensive? Why not hire one of our many DEZZI’s before you make a decision. Get in contact with us now about these epic machines and we will happily assist with any sales, hiring and information queries, and hopefully welcome you to the DEZZI family.