Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd

Business Location: Township
Province Eastern Cape
Branch: Nelson Mandela Bay
Business Start Date:
Busniess Type: Company

Business Dynamics and Challenges

Business Activities: The services include: • Vehicle diagnostics and mechanical repairs • Tyre Fitment • Wheel Balancing • Wheel Alignment • Mag Repairs • Puncture Repairs • Suspension, Brake and transmission services • Wheel bearing Replacement • Battery services
Challenges/Needs: When Sedfa conducted a diagnostic assessment report, the following challenges were identified: As part of Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd growth journey, they have consistently sought ways to enhance their services, recognizing the need for greater comfort during their services, Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd approached Sedfa for assistance and explored the possibility of expanding the business, however, this goal seemed challenging due to financial constraints, the company lacked financial strength to expand.

Intervention Insights and Results

Intervention Details: To address the challenges above, Sedfa assisted Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd with Facilitation of access to finance-TREP.
Outcome Details: Sedfa intervention achieved the following outcomes:
❖ Despite the efforts made by Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd to establish and grow within the automotive industry, the financial results have not yet shown significant improvement. While the company has been able to provide services and maintain operations, several challenges have limited its financial growth.
❖ Securing funding to the value of R R316 969.59 plays a crucial role in enabling Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd to overcome current financial constraints and accelerate revenue growth. The funding will provide the resources needed to address operational challenges, expand service capacity, and improve competitiveness within the automotive industry.
❖ The company employees stayed the same at 8, including the director.
❖ The company received funding to the value of R316 969.59 of which R100 00.00 is a grant and R216 699.59 is a loan for acquiring new equipment for expansion.

Client Feedback

Client Comments: "We are deeply grateful for the support and confidence shown in Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd through this funding. This investment is a vital step toward growing our business, improving our services, and increasing our revenue. We sincerely thank our Sedfa for believing in our vision and helping us take Saul Tom (Pty) Ltd to the next level.”
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