Australian collision repair and automotive supply business AMA Group has partnered with Malaysian bus manufacturer Gemilang to establish local bus assembly capabilities in Australia.
The collaboration aims to establish environmentally friendly bus body building solutions, with the two companies sharing a “vision to advance green mobility”.
The buses will be assembled at AMA Group’s current Wales heavy collision repair facilities across Australia.
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“Through this partnership, AMA Group is excited to bring its operational expertise to support the local assembly of next-generation fully electric buses in Australia,” AMA Group CEO Mathew Cooper says.
“By integrating Gemilang’s innovative aluminium bus body technology, we will assist in creating a strong and competitive presence for Gemilang’s technology in the Australian bus market.
Gemilang has been exporting buses and body kits for over 35 years, catering to over 15 markets worldwide. Widely recognised, over 1,000 units have been delivered to Singapore and 500 units to Uzbekistan.
The bus body brand also has a strong track record in the electric bus sector in Australia, having assembled and delivered over 100 BYD buses.
The partnership with AMA Group aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable transport solutions in Australia, supporting state governments’ commitments to reducing and neutralising carbon emissions.
“This partnership marks an exciting step forward in developing lightweight, corrosion free, and cost-effective body solutions for electric buses,” Gemilang CEO Pang Chong Yong says.
“Our Switzerland-originated aluminium bus body superstructure technology, combined with the latest industry advancements, allows us to work with any bus chassis brand, making it a versatile and reliable choice for the Australian market.
“This collaboration aligns perfectly with our shared vision to advance green mobility. In addition to a zero-emission chassis, a sustainable and efficient bus body is crucial for creating truly eco-friendly vehicles.”
AMA Group’s role in managing after-sales services for Gemilang will ensure reliable support for customers, enhancing the overall value proposition of electric buses built through this partnership.
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