Al Ghurair Motors Signs Exclusive UAE Dealership Deal With TAM-Europe

Al Ghurair Motors has announced a strategic partnership with TAM-Europe, a prominent commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Maribor, Slovenia. This collaboration designates Al Ghurair Motors as the exclusive dealer for TAM-Europe's all-electric vehicles across the UAE. The announcement took place at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec), a platform showcasing advanced electric vehicle technologies globally.

The signing ceremony for this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was attended by John Iossifidis, Group CEO at Al Ghurair, and Yusef Ma, CEO at TAM-Europe, along with other senior representatives from both companies. A key highlight of the event was the electric delivery van Model T600 displayed at the booth, which garnered significant interest from various leading logistics companies worldwide.

The integration of electric vehicles in urban mobility systems is crucial for achieving the UAE’s net zero goal by 2050. The electrification of the transport sector is essential for reducing overall carbon intensity, given its significant contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. Iossifidis stated, "At Al Ghurair, we take pride in contributing to cities of the future across the industries we operate in. In the automotive sector, we actively seek innovative solutions and technologies that disrupt the status quo and create lasting value for our customers."

He added, "This partnership exemplifies our commitment to supporting the UAE's long-term vision for safe, smart, and sustainable urban mobility solutions. We look forward to collaborating closely with TAM-Europe to turn this vision into reality."

Yusef Ma commented, "TAM-Europe is a leader in sustainable transportation solutions. Our eco-friendly vehicles are specifically designed to endure the UAE's demanding climate, ensuring optimal performance without compromise. This partnership allows us to contribute directly to the UAE's ambitious sustainability goals. We're excited to join forces with Al Ghurair Motors and be a part of the nation's journey towards a cleaner, greener future."

TAM-Europe is renowned for manufacturing high-quality buses and coaches and serves three key market segments: airport buses, public transport, Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs). The company’s VivAir airport buses segment holds a 40% market share globally, excluding China.