New Partnership With Goldhofer Brings Modular Trailer Technology to Asia
We are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Goldhofer, the world-renowned German heavy transport specialist.
HOWO Special Truck Export Co., Ltd is proud to announce a landmark strategic partnership with Goldhofer, the prestigious German manufacturer renowned for its innovative heavy transport and modular trailer solutions. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in bringing world-class modular trailer technology to the Asian market.
About Goldhofer
Founded in 1705 in Germany, Goldhofer has established itself as the global leader in heavy-duty and specialized transport solutions. Their Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT) and modular trailers are used worldwide for transporting the heaviest and most challenging cargoes, including power plant components, offshore platforms, and aerospace equipment.
The Partnership Framework
Under this strategic alliance, HOWO Special Truck Export will become Goldhofer's exclusive manufacturing and distribution partner for the Asian market. The partnership encompasses several key areas:
First, technology transfer and local production of Goldhofer SPT modular trailer components at our Jinan facility. This will reduce delivery times and costs for Asian customers while maintaining German engineering standards.
Second, joint development of Asia-specific modular trailer configurations optimized for regional road conditions, climate factors, and regulatory requirements.
Third, shared training programs for technical staff, ensuring our team achieves Goldhofer's certification standards for sales, service, and technical support.
Fourth, collaborative marketing and market development initiatives across Asia-Pacific markets.
Benefits for Asian Customers
This partnership delivers significant advantages for our customers in the region:
German engineering excellence combined with competitive local production costs. Delivery times reduced from 6-8 months (imported from Europe) to 8-12 weeks for locally produced units. Comprehensive after-sales support with local spare parts inventory. Customized solutions developed specifically for Asian transport challenges.
Initial Production Launch
The first phase of the partnership involves the production of Goldhofer SPT 4-axle and 6-axle modular trailer modules at our upgraded facility. Production is scheduled to commence in Q1 2026, with the first customer deliveries expected by March 2026.
Our engineering team has already completed comprehensive training at Goldhofer's headquarters in Memmingen, Germany, ensuring full compliance with German quality standards and manufacturing processes.
Market Outlook
The Asian heavy transport market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by infrastructure development, renewable energy projects, and industrial expansion. Industry analysts project a 15% annual growth rate for modular trailer demand in the region over the next five years.
With this partnership, HOWO Special Truck Export is uniquely positioned to capture this growing market, offering the only Goldhofer-certified modular trailer solutions manufactured in Asia.