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Shanghai, China ¨C November 6, 2024? ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, a global leader in sustainable transportation solutions and a subsidiary of TRATON GROUP, returns to the China International Import Expo (CIIE) to present the latest progress regarding its highly anticipated Rugao factory. This event features a follow-up video that highlights significant progress within the facility, including equipment installation, as the factory approaches full operational readiness.

In line with ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ¡¯s commitment to sustainable transport solutions, the Rugao factory is being built to achieve CO2 neutrality, making it the first commercial vehicle manufacturing plant in China with this designation. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is implementing advanced environmental practices and collaborating closely with suppliers to ensure that the factory¡¯s sustainability goals extend across the entire supply chain. This endeavor aligns seamlessly with China's national goals for fostering a greener economy while reinforcing ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's leadership role in sustainable manufacturing.?

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ has established a first-class R&D team in China to explore and integrate unique technologies within the industry. This marks the first time ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ has created such a large R&D center outside of Sweden. Through this dedicated facility, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is well-positioned to accelerate innovation, foster partnerships, and develop products that are tailored to China's distinctive transport ecosystem. The above-mentioned research activities will facilitate the efficient transformation of achievements within China, which may also be applied across TRATON GROUP's global production system.

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¡°ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's investment in Rugao, along with our emphasis on localized production, highlights our dedication to making a positive impact on China's transportation sector and environment,¡± stated Ruthger de Vries, President of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Industrial Operations Asia. ¡°Through these strategic initiatives, we are driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system that will benefit not only the industry, but also society and the planet.¡±.

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Enhancing our presence in the Chinese market is crucial for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and the value creation of the TRATON GROUP. "With local production in Rugao and with the evolution of TRATON Modular System (TMS) we see great opportunities to further adapt our products and business models to the Chinese market environment, Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.¡¯ Commented by Mats Harborn, Head of TRATON China Office.?