Charabanc Transportation, a subsidiary of Gargash Group, has officially introduced ‘Ankai’, the prestigious Chinese bus brand under Anhui Ankai Automobile Company Limited, in the UAE.
This launch represents a key step in elevating the nation’s transportation sector. Ankai buses, designed specifically for the local market, provide unparalleled reliability, safety, and sustainability across diverse sectors, with cutting-edge technology and superior performance vehicles.
Charabanc Transportation has introduced four specialized Ankai bus models: 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 that guarantees safe and reliable transportation, and a staff bus for comfortable and efficient travel.
Each model ensures safety with cutting-edge 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 percent.
Holden Zhang, Vice General Manager of Ankai Group and General Manager of Ankai International, commented that, “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 capitalize 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 demonstrates our unwavering commitment to supporting the UAE’s green mobility goals by offering eco-friendly and safe transportation solutions for a greener tomorrow.”
With decades of industry expertise and technological capabilities, the brand is set to elevate the UAE market. The newly launched buses feature monocoque body technology, offering six times greater structural integrity than conventional buses, and have a lighter frame for enhanced efficiency.
By introducing advanced electric buses that focus on reducing the nation’s carbon footprint while fostering efficient and sustainable transportation, it seeks to contribute to the UAE’s ambitious smart & sustainable mobility goals.
Torsten Bauerheim, General Manager of Charabanc Transportation, added that, “We are thrilled to partner with Ankai, a brand with a rich legacy and a comprehensive range of commercial transportation and mobility solutions. Ankai’s portfolio includes luxury buses that redefine comfort, all-electric buses that reflect our shared commitment to sustainability and innovation, school buses designed with the highest standards of safety and reliability for our children, and staff buses tailored for efficiency and convenience in everyday commuting; all aimed at addressing the diverse transportation needs of the UAE.”
Charabanc Transportation strives to forge impactful partnerships with key government and private entities while offering customized solutions to meet the diverse transportation needs of sectors like tourism, education, and corporate travel.
