Green GSM Partners with 75 Philippine Transport Companies to Deploy 18,497 VinFast Electric Vehicles
HANOI, VIETNAM – Green GSM has entered into a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and deposit agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives across the Philippines. This initiative supports the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast electric vehicles aimed at enhancing passenger transport operations nationwide. The agreements mark a significant step in Green GSM’s expansion strategy, leveraging a partnership model that integrates its technology platform and operational standards with local expertise.
Expanding Electric Mobility in the Philippines
The agreements encompass transport companies and cooperatives operating in key regions, including Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro, Cavite, Pampanga, Bacolod, Batangas, Baguio, and Ozamiz. These areas are experiencing a surge in mobility demand, alongside a growing shift toward cleaner and more efficient urban transport solutions.
The partnership anticipates deploying a fleet of 18,497 vehicles through a mix of direct investments and long-term leasing arrangements. This fleet will include VinFast VF 5/Herio Green and Limo Green models, specifically designed for ride-hailing and passenger transport services.
Strategic Role of the Philippines in Regional Expansion
The Philippines is pivotal in Green GSM’s broader regional expansion strategy. The company aims to implement a partnership-led model that combines centralized operational standards with local execution capabilities. Following an initial deployment of 2,500 vehicles in collaboration with Xentro Group, the upcoming phase is expected to significantly increase both fleet size and geographic reach.
This model integrates Green GSM’s standardized operating platform with locally managed fleet operations and driver networks. Such a structure ensures consistent service quality and scalable deployment while remaining adaptable to local market conditions. By utilizing existing transport networks, this approach facilitates a more practical pathway toward large-scale electric mobility adoption.
Industry Perspectives on Electric Mobility Transition
Mr. Gio Colmenares, CEO of Asia Prime Force Corporation, highlighted the partnership’s significance, noting that it reflects a broader transformation within the transport industry. He stated that the interconnectedness of scale, efficiency, and sustainability is becoming increasingly apparent. Green GSM’s platform offers a structured approach to electric mobility deployment, combining operational clarity with long-term growth potential. Colmenares emphasized that this initiative is not just an opportunity for the Philippines but part of a larger shift in urban mobility across Southeast Asia.
Ms. Dave Baldoza, Managing Director of Green EV Transport Corp and Green Fast Corporation, remarked on the importance of sustainability for transport cooperatives. She indicated that the transition to electric mobility is not solely about technology but also about ensuring long-term sustainability for members. Green GSM’s model allows cooperatives to modernize their fleets while maintaining operational stability and consistent demand.
Ms. Rachel Ann Villanueva, Chairwoman of Green Will Corporation, underscored the necessity of coordinated investment across vehicles, infrastructure, and operations to scale electric mobility effectively. She noted that partnership models like this one illustrate how various components of the ecosystem can collaborate to enable large-scale deployment. Villanueva expressed optimism about the potential for this approach to accelerate adoption not only in the Philippines but also in emerging urban markets throughout the region.
Mr. Nguyen Van Thanh, Global CEO of GSM, emphasized that the electrification of transportation is an ongoing transition, already underway in major urban centers globally. He pointed out that Southeast Asia is one of the most dynamic regions for this shift. According to Van Thanh, scaling electric mobility requires more than just technology; it necessitates operational models that can maintain consistency across markets while adapting to local conditions. Through its platform and partnership approach, Green GSM aims to advance electric mobility in a practical and sustainable manner, ensuring unified service standards across the ecosystem.
Future Operations and Broader Implications
Following the signing of these agreements, partners are expected to finalize vehicle orders and initiate phased operations throughout 2026. This expansion reinforces the transition toward large-scale electrification of urban transport networks in the Philippines. It also enables broader participation from transport companies and cooperatives in the evolving mobility sector. With deployment planned across multiple provinces and cities, Green GSM continues to develop a mobility model rooted in scalable operations, standardized service quality, and long-term sustainability objectives.
Source: www.zawya.com
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Published on 2026-05-15 13:42:00 • By the Editorial Desk
