Electromotion Expansion: $4.5M Investment in 2026 – Where?
Here’s a breakdown of Electromotion’s plans, based on the provided text, categorized for clarity:
1. Expansion of Infrastructure (Workshops/Operations):
* 2025: Opened operations in Olmos (Chiclayo) – farm-based with workshops, backup units, and a small office.
* 2026: Plans to open a new workshop in Piura to cover the northern area.
* potential: Evaluating expansion to Ica in the south, but it’s not finalized.
* Existing operations in Lima (Pachacamac) and trujillo.
2.fleet Growth:
* Targeting 400-450 rental units by 2026.
* Plan to add around 150 new units between now and 2026.
* Approximately 50% of the new units will be electric trucks.
3. Investment (CAPEX):
* US$4.5 million expected CAPEX for 2026.
* This covers both new unit acquisition and the implementation of the two new infrastructures (Piura workshop and possibly Ica).
* The Pachacamac workshop was the largest single investment.
4. New Business/Sector Focus:
* Mining Sector: Currently conducting tests with mining companies, receiving positive feedback.
* Electric Pick-ups for Mining: Analyzing a new line of business focused on 100% electric pick-ups specifically for mining operations.Pilot tests will be conducted before full deployment. This is targeted for the second half of 2026.
* Existing Sectors: Continuing to serve last mile logistics, tourism, hospitality, real estate, and stadiums. They previously supported the Pan American Games with electric vehicles.
5. Key Considerations/Challenges:
* The truck segment is considered more demanding.
* Charging infrastructure limitations on roads are a concern for electric vehicle performance and autonomy, especially impacting the mining sector rollout.
* Electromotion differentiates itself by providing after-sales service through its own workshops, not just sales.
