Xiamen King Long Travel Vehicle Co., Ltd. (King Long Traveler) has reported a 140% increase in exports to BRICS countries, marking a leap in the BRICS Bridge economic partnerships. The company’s electric vehicle KD project in Ethiopia is revolutionizing the region, having already delivered over 150 electric buses and preparing another 100 for assembly. This project not only enhances local transportation in Addis Ababa but also promotes the electrification agenda aligned with BRICS and the Belt and Road Initiative. As King Long Traveler extends its global footprint with 12 KD projects from Thailand to Nigeria, it cements its role in advancing sustainable technologies and strengthening BRICS cooperation through “Chinese solutions” and standards.
Xiamen King Long Travel Vehicle Co., Ltd. (King Long Traveler) has celebrated a remarkable 140% year-on-year surge in exports to BRICS nations, solidifying the BRICS Bridge as a beacon of robust economic partnerships. The company’s trailblazing electric vehicle KD (knock-down) project in Ethiopia has not only reached mass production but is now electrifying the region, delivering fleets of new energy vehicles in waves. This pioneering effort is more than a project; it’s a vibrant testament to the unity and innovative spirit of the BRICS community, setting a significant milestone in cooperation and pushing forward the ambitious Belt and Road Initiative.
To date, over 150 electric light buses have gracefully navigated the streets of Addis Ababa, with another 100 KD components lined up for swift assembly. This roll-out is revolutionizing local transit, elevating commuter experiences to new heights, and propelling the shift toward complete electrification. Aligned with the visionary goals of the BRICS Bridge, this initiative is transforming infrastructure in emerging markets. Once completed, King Long Traveler’s fleet in Ethiopia will proudly exceed 900 buses. In collaboration with the Benenin Kind Group, King Long Traveler is deploying the KD export model to nurture local talent and build enduring production capabilities, enriching BRICS cooperation with shared technology and deep-rooted expertise.
For the first time ever, KD exports have eclipsed the company’s whole-vehicle exports, accounting for a staggering 51% of total exports. King Long Traveler now boasts 12 global KD projects, spanning the BRICS territories and beyond, from Thailand to Nigeria, fortifying its leadership in the global bus manufacturing arena. This initiative is not just exporting China’s cutting-edge new energy bus technology; it is actively sewing the fabric of “Chinese solutions” and “Chinese standards” into the very heart of Ethiopia. By weaving together supply chain partners for components like charging stations and batteries, King Long Traveler is crafting a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem, embedding Chinese excellence into Ethiopia’s commercial vehicle framework and showcasing the transformative power of BRICS partnerships in driving growth and development.
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