Bulgarian Kirov Expects Increasing Sales Due to Fast Growth in Local Market
Influenced by the strong demand in the local market, Bulgarian power/hand tools and construction equipment distributor Kirov expects the increasing sales of about EUR28.7 million. In 2013, the sales of power tools were about EUR12.27 million and EUR5.12 million for construction equipment. The main targets of Kirov in 2014 will include the development of its proprietary brand of power tools in order to upgrade its competitive edge in the market. Kirov also operates a the agent of many hand tool brands like Komatsu, Dynapac, Metso, Atlas Copco, Haulotte, Tremix, Bosch, Metabo, Honda, Honda Marine, Toro, and Trumpf. It owns main operations in 13 biggest cities of Bulgaria (including the capital, Sofia). Starting from last year, Kirov added new service including power tools and light construction equipment hire as well as an online shop and related service centers for achieving higher sales.