Ghassan Aboud Automotive Syria has expanded its presence in the country with the launch of Grand Auto & Machinery Co. (GAMCO), a new business dedicated to commercial vehicles, construction and agricultural equipment, heavy machinery, industrial technologies and integrated mobility solutions.
The company has been established to support Syria’s reconstruction and economic recovery by supplying equipment, technologies and services to key sectors including infrastructure, construction, agriculture, transportation, logistics and industry.
As an authorised distributor for a portfolio of global OEMs, GAMCO plans to introduce commercial vehicles, heavy equipment and industrial solutions aimed at improving productivity, operational efficiency and project delivery across the country.
The move represents a significant step in Ghassan Aboud Automotive’s regional growth strategy and reflects the group’s intention to support emerging markets through long-term investment and strategic partnerships.
Operating under the vision of “Rebuilding Syria Together”, GAMCO intends to combine international expertise with local talent development to contribute to the country’s next phase of growth.
Commenting on the launch, Saud Abbasi, CEO of Emerging Markets at Ghassan Aboud Holding, said: “The establishment of GAMCO reflects our strong belief in Syria’s future and its potential for economic recovery and growth. At Ghassan Aboud Automotive, we see this expansion as more than a business investment; it is a commitment to supporting reconstruction efforts by partnering with some of the world’s most reliable and admired brands and delivering reliable mobility, machinery, and infrastructure solutions that contribute to rebuilding communities and empowering key industries.”
Abbasi added: “We believe the private sector has a vital role to play in accelerating recovery and creating long-term opportunities. Through GAMCO, we are committed to supporting national reconstruction efforts by introducing advanced technologies, facilitating knowledge transfer, and investing in training and skills development. Our ambition is not only to provide equipment and machinery, but also to help build local capabilities and strengthen the sectors that will drive Syria’s future growth.”
GAMCO’s initial expansion plans will see operations established in Damascus before extending to Homs and later to the Idlib and Aleppo regions.
Shadi Kawerma, Managing Director at GAMCO, said: “This is a very exciting time to be part of Syria’s reconstruction journey, and we look forward to announcing a portfolio of world-class brands that will support the country’s infrastructure, construction, transportation, agriculture, and industrial sectors. Our network expansion plan will begin in Damascus, expand into Homs, and continue further north to cover the Idlib and Aleppo regions, bringing our solutions and services closer to customers across the country. To ensure maximum customer support and operational uptime, we are establishing modern service facilities, deploying mobile service vans staffed by certified technicians, and developing a national parts distribution centre that will serve customers across Syria through a dedicated facility spanning approximately 1,500 sqm.”
The company is also investing in workforce development through its Automotive Academy.
Kawerma added: “Beyond equipment and technology, we are investing in people. Through our Automotive Academy, we are developing local talent through technical and professional training programmes designed to prepare the next generation of industry specialists. By combining experienced professionals with structured learning and development initiatives, we aim to help build the skilled workforce needed to support Syria’s long-term development.”
