Daikin Partners with Etiwa Tech to Launch its First Development Center in Africa

Daikin, the leading global innovator and provider of advanced, high-quality air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) products and solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, has opened it's first training center in Nigeria, in partnership with Etiwa Tech.

Masaaki Miyatake, Chairman & President at Daikin Middle East & Africa said: “With the new development center opening, Daikin aims to further develop and respond to the growing needs of the Nigerian market. While we are continuously introducing technologies and products that ensure the best air quality, comfort, and energy efficiency, we keep our commitment to contribute to society and build knowledge and expertise and develop the skills of the people. We at Daikin look forward to expanding our expertise to the market and providing high-level air conditioning systems while taking the environment into consideration.”

Daikin aims to build a cleaner environment in the African region by appointing new channel partners and establishing more training centers in Africa to strive for access to better air quality and energy efficiency, while simultaneously strengthening service and aftermarket support. With a strong localization strategy, Daikin looks forward to focusing on sustainability, IAQ and drive more awareness towards a healthy living environment, while introducing new inverter R32 product solutions.

Mrs. Jody Adewale, Managing Director at Etiwa Tech said: “the HVAC industry has undergone new technological advancements in recent years and there are new products and solutions being introduced that help increase energy efficiency, cut costs and improve client satisfaction. Daikin is at the forefront of these innovative technologies such as the VRV system. This partnership seeks to ensure that we train and upskill HVAC technicians using the latest technologies to produce skilled personnel capable of providing good quality workmanship for the industry.