Heavy equipment dealers in Madagascar
There are 8 heavy equipment dealers in Madagascar, with 13 branches in Antananarivo, Toamasina, Antsiranana and Fort-Dauphin. Between them they represent 11 brands, including Mercedes-Benz, Bobcat, Caterpillar, John Deere and Manitou. Last checked November 2026.
Madagascar at a glance
- Capital
- Antananarivo
- Business hub
- Antananarivo, Toamasina
- Currency
- Malagasy ariary (MGA)
- Languages
- Malagasy, French
- Dialling code
- +261
- Time zone
- EAT, UTC+3
- Working week
- Monday to Friday
- Drives on the
- Right
- Main ports
- Toamasina, Mahajanga, Ehoala (Fort-Dauphin)
8 dealers in Madagascar
The equipment market in Madagascar
Madagascar's largest heavy equipment users are mining projects, such as nickel and cobalt at Ambatovy and mineral sands near Fort-Dauphin.
Roads, ports and rice and vanilla farming add demand. Most dealers are in Antananarivo, with goods arriving through Toamasina.
Importing and registering equipment in Madagascar
Ports
Toamasina handles most imports; Mahajanga and Ehoala (Fort-Dauphin) are smaller.
Cargo tracking note
Sea shipments need a cargo tracking note (BSC) issued before loading. Your freight forwarder normally arranges it.
Customs
Clearance is through Madagascar Customs. Most importers use a licensed clearing agent.
Registering for road use
Machines used on public roads must be registered and plated with the national vehicle registration authority. Your dealer or a local clearing agent can usually arrange this.
General guidance only. Rules change, so confirm with the official bodies or your clearing agent before you buy. Last checked October 2026.