KATKO has partnered with Africa Drives to strengthen its presence in Morocco. Under the agreement, Africa Drives acts as KATKO’s channel partner in Morocco, responsible for representing and distributing the company’s electrical switching solutions in the local market.

Africa Drives specializes in industrial electrical solutions and brings strong local market knowledge together with close customer relationships. Combined with KATKO’s proven experience in designing durable and user-focused products, the partnership supports the growing demand for reliable electrical infrastructure in Morocco.

Local Expertise Meets Proven Technology

With a solid understanding of the local industry and customer needs, Africa Drives provides valuable on-the-ground expertise. Their proximity to customers ensures responsive service and solutions tailored to real-world applications.

Together with KATKO’s high-quality and reliable products, the partnership aims to support electrical professionals with practical and efficient solutions for their daily work.

A Shared Focus on Value and Long-Term Collaboration

From Africa Drives’ perspective, the collaboration is driven by a clear objective: strengthening KATKO’s presence in Morocco by combining global product quality with local expertise.

"This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering reliable electrical solutions to the African industry, combining KATKO’s expertise with Africa Drives field experience.", says Abdelilah BAKOUH, General Director, Africa Drives.

Africa Drives also highlights the opportunity to develop new business opportunities while creating strong technical and commercial synergy between the companies.

Supporting International Growth

For KATKO, the partnership supports a broader ambition to grow internationally while staying close to end users and their everyday needs. Working with a knowledgeable local partner enables KATKO to build a strong presence in Morocco.

“We are delighted to welcome Africa Drives as our new channel partner. Thank you for joining our growing international team and placing your trust in KATKO products. We look forward to building a strong and successful partnership together. Exciting times ahead!” says Janne Hyryläinen, GM & Sales Director AMEA.

Looking Ahead

As partnership develops, both companies see strong potential to deepen cooperation and identify new opportunities. With a shared commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term value creation, KATKO and Africa Drives are building a strong foundation for future growth.

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About Africa Drives

Africa Drives SARL AU, based in Casablanca, Morocco, is a leading industrial solutions provider specializing in variable speed drives (VFDs), automation systems (PLC, HMI), electrical integration, and maintenance services.

The company offers:

• Supply and integration of LV & MV Products
• Industrial automation and Drives retrofit solutions
• Repair and maintenance of drives and electronic boards
• On-site diagnostics through its “Premier laboratoire électronique mobile en Afrique”

Africa Drives trusted partners for major industrial clients in Morocco and across Africa, delivering high-value technical expertise and field support.

About KATKO
KATKO is a Finnish family-owned company in the electrical industry with over 80 years of experience in designing, manufacturing, and delivering high-quality switches and installation solutions. The company is driven by a strong commitment to sustainability and installer-friendly solutions and masters real-world applications through distinctly Finnish design principles: functionality without compromise, beauty in simplicity, built to endure.