The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and local banks have committed $52.2 million to a new greenfield tyre manufacturing project in Pakistan supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which reflects the increasing role of international financial institutions in bolstering the country’s economy.
The project in the Gharo area of Sindh aims to boost local tyre production, satisfy domestic demand, and expand export capacity.
The investment will channel up to $50.2 million into Armstrong ZE Private Company, aiming to enhance the sector’s competitiveness by transferring technology. This effort is expected to generate over 1,800 jobs and produce tyres to international standards locally, ensuring access to affordable, high-quality products.
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Despite a steady increase in vehicle registrations in Pakistan, estimated to reach 30 million by 2023, the local tyre manufacturing industry grapples with technical and technological limitations. A substantial informal sector further strains the industry.
Reducing reliance on tyre imports could significantly strengthen Pakistan’s foreign currency reserves.
The initiative significantly reduces import dependency and enhances the nation’s economic stability through increased local production and foreign exchange reserves.
