Ghandhara Automobiles Limited is a well-established automobile company in Pakistan, based in Karachi. It was originally known as Ghandhara Nissan and was incorporated in 1981. The company started with the distribution of completely built-up (CBU) Nissan vehicles in the country. In 1992, it became a publicly listed company on the Karachi Stock Exchange.
Over the years, the company developed strong partnerships in the global auto industry, including technical assistance agreements with Nissan Motors and joint ventures with Nissan Diesel. Ghandhara Automobiles has its own vehicle manufacturing and assembly plant located at Port Qasim, Karachi, with a production capacity of 6,000 vehicles per year.
Core Business Areas:
- Vehicle Assembly: Progressive assembly of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles.
- Automobile Distribution: Import and sales of Nissan vehicles and other international brands.
- Manufacturing Partnerships: Collaborations with international car brands for local production in Pakistan.
Key Milestones:
- Partnered with Nissan Motors and Nissan Diesel for local vehicle assembly.
- Became a part of Bibojee Group, a major business group in Pakistan.
- In 2016, collaborated with Renault to assemble cars in Pakistan, though the project was later shelved.
- In 2018, signed a manufacturing and licensing agreement with Nissan for Datsun models, which was later suspended.
- In 2021, announced plans to manufacture Chery vehicles in Pakistan.
- In April 2023, changed its name from Ghandhara Nissan to Ghandhara Automobiles Limited to reflect a broader vision.
Business Philosophy:
Ghandhara Automobiles aims to bring modern vehicle technology to Pakistan through global partnerships, local production, and a strong commitment to quality and innovation in the auto sector.
Legacy:
With over four decades of experience, Ghandhara Automobiles has become a recognized name in Pakistan’s automobile industry. It continues to grow as part of the Bibojee Group, playing a key role in the country’s auto manufacturing sector.
