TRATON to rely on EUR 500 million loan coming from the EIB

TRATON and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have recently concluded EUR 500 million loan agreement “to accelerate the transformation of transport”. According to the global transportation group, which includes Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck&Bus, “the long-term loan will support the TRATON GROUP’s research and development for the TRATON Modular System (TMS). TMS is a global, cross-brand modular platform designed to harmonize vehicle development and production. It promotes scalability, cost efficiency, and flexibility while supporting innovation and sustainability”.

Statements from TRATON and the EIB

“The partnership with the European Investment Bank is a major milestone in TRATON GROUP’s financial strategy and underlines our strategic direction and innovative strength. By further diversifying our financing access, we are ensuring the financial stability and flexibility needed to drive innovation and support our customers throughout the industry’s transition to a more electrified and sustainable future”, commented Michael Jackstein, CFO and CHRO of the TRATON GROUP.

“Investing in sustainable mobility and cutting-edge digitalization is vital for Europe’s long-term competitiveness. By financing industry leaders like TRATON, the EIB ensures that European innovation translates into real-world impact—creating high-quality jobs, reinforcing resilient supply chains, and driving the continent’s leadership in the green transition. This agreement unlocks momentum for the Group to drive industry transformation, marking a decisive move in the shift to scalable, digital, and electrified mobility solutions for Europe and beyond. Together, EIB and TRATON are charting a course towards more sustainable, digitally integrated transport ecosystems—reinforcing Europe’s industrial leadership for generations to come”, added Nicola Beer, EIB Vice President.