Gasgoo Munich- Dongfeng Motor and COSCO SHIPPING signed a new strategic partnership agreement in Wuhan on May 12, marking a significant step up in their collaboration, according to the latest report by Gasgoo.Image Source: Dongfeng MotorUnder the agreement, the two parties will deepen strategic coordination across multiple fields, with a sharp focus on overseas logistics and autonomous container trucks at ports. This marks a major upgrade since their initial partnership in 2017, aligning closely with Dongfeng's global expansion goals.To ensure the partnership delivers results, both sides plan to establish a regular, multi-level coordination mechanism. They will align strategic planning, resources, and project execution around key areas such as vehicle procurement, port autonomous trucks, shipping capacity, and overseas expansion. The goal is to jointly boost the resilience and intelligence of the global supply chain, supporting the high-quality global expansion of China's auto industry.Dongfeng Motor is accelerating its transformation, targeting sales of over 1 million new-energy vehicles by 2025, with self-owned brands accounting for 63% of the total. Looking ahead, the automaker is pivoting to international growth, aiming to crack overseas markets and quickly reach the 1 million export milestone. For its part, COSCO SHIPPING will leverage its global network of ports, warehousing, and digital supply chains to provide Dongfeng with integrated services, including ocean freight, storage, and distribution.Under its "Sky Sail" plan, Dongfeng intends to accelerate the global export of its entire value chain — covering products, technology, and branding. The strategy involves launching 55 global new-energy models and achieving a 50% localization rate in manufacturing, aiming to create a new paradigm for international development.
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