Import

Established: 2024

Parent Company: Hidyat General Trading PLC

Location: Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia

Legal Status: Independently licensed under Hidyat General Trading

Sector: Import & Distribution

Company Overview

Hidyat Import is a dynamic import and distribution division of Hidyat General Trading PLC, established in 2024 with the mission of introducing transformative products to the Ethiopian market starting with the Tigray region. The division specializes in the importation of:

• Electric Vehicles (EVs)
• Stationery and office supplies
• Construction materials and tools

Hidyat Import focuses on sustainable trade practices, aligning with Ethiopia’s national green growth strategy while also addressing local needs for infrastructure, technology, and mobility.

Our Vision

To be a catalyst for technological innovation, green energy adoption, and inclusive economic development in Tigray and beyond.

Our Mission

• Deliver high-quality, globally-sourced products to underserved regions
• Make green technology—especially electric vehicles—accessible and affordable
• Create local employment, prioritizing women, youth, and persons with disabilities
• Invest in technology transfer that empowers the region with modern skills and tools
• Build the foundation for local production to reduce dependency on imports

Strategic Focus Areas

Focus Area Details

• Green Energy: Importing electric vehicles to promote eco-friendly transport
• Accessibility: Supplying essential materials like stationery and construction items for schools, businesses, and housing projects
• Youth Employment: Building a supply chain that integrates job creation at every level—from logistics to retail
• Technology Transfer: Introducing new tools and machinery with future plans for training centers and local manufacturing
• Economic Empowerment: Prioritizing business models that benefit marginalized communities

Our Impact in Tigray (Current & Future)

• Partnering with local cooperatives and businesses for last-mile distribution
• Creating direct and indirect jobs in import logistics, warehousing, and retail
• Supporting schools, SMEs, and public offices with essential supplies
• Laying the groundwork for local EV assembly and material production

Future Plans

• Establish local assembly for electric vehicles
• Launch a green logistics hub for eco-friendly transportation
• Develop community training programs in partnership with vocational schools
• Use indigenous knowledge and local materials for product adaptation and innovation
• Expand distribution networks to neighboring regions and national markets

Key Values

• 🌱 Sustainability
• 💡 Innovation
• 👐 Inclusion
• 🚀 Growth
• 🤝 Partnership