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Press Release

Charabanc Transportation Launches Ankai Buses in the UAE to

Elevate The Regional Transportation Sector

UAE, 19 December 2024: Charabanc Transportation officially introduces “Ankai”, the
th
prestigious Chinese bus brand under Anhui Ankai Automobile Company Limited, in the UAE.
This launch marks a significant step to enhance the nation’s transportation sector. Designed

specifically for the local market, Ankai buses offer unparalleled reliability, safety, and
sustainability across diverse sectors, with state-of-the-art technology and superior performance

vehicles.

Charabanc Transportation has unveiled four specialized Ankai bus models, including a luxury

coach that offers tourists high-end travel experiences, an all-electric bus providing eco-friendly
mobility solutions for government entities and sustainability-focused businesses, a school bus

ensuring safe and reliable transportation, and a staff bus for comfortable and efficient travel. Each
model is equipped with advanced safety features, such as rollover protection, Electronic Stability

Control (ESC), and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems, all in compliance with stringent

global safety certifications. The electric bus, in particular, stands out with its impressive 350 km
driving range and an eControl system that reduces energy consumption by over 10%, making it an

ideal choice for supporting the UAE’s sustainability goals.

Holden Zhang, Vice General Manager of Ankai Group and General Manager of Ankai

International said: “Ankai Group has been leading innovation in the electric and commercial bus
solutions domain since over 50 years. The UAE is home to a dynamic market with exceptional

growth opportunities for global brands like ours. Through this launch, we hope to capitalise on the
nation’s thriving transportation sector and consolidate our position in the regional market, backed

by the support of our partner Charabanc Transportation. This remarkable initiative also