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Native name | บริษัท พนัส แอสเซมบลีย์ จำกัด |
|---|---|
| Company type | Private |
| Industry | Automotive, Logistics, Aerospace, Defense |
| Founded | 1971 |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Trailers, Semi-trailers Ground support equipment Military vehicles Armored vehicles |
| Website | www |
Panus Assembly Co., Ltd. (บริษัท พนัส แอสเซมบลีย์ จำกัด) is a Thai manufacturer of vehicles for transportation and logistics, aviation ground support equipment, and military hardware. The company's headquarters and main factory are located in Phanat Nikhom District, Chonburi Province, Thailand. It is recognized as one of the largest manufacturers of trailers and semi-trailers in Thailand.[1] The company has also significantly diversified into the defense and aviation industries.
History
editPanus Assembly was founded in 1971 in Phanat Nikhom, Chonburi. Initially, the company focused on manufacturing and assembling bus and truck bodies to meet the demands of Thailand's growing transportation sector. Over several decades, Panus Assembly developed its engineering capabilities and continuously expanded its product line, establishing itself as a market leader for trailers and semi-trailers in the country.[2]
Beginning in the 2000s, the company began to diversify into new sectors, leveraging its expertise in vehicle engineering and heavy metal fabrication. It established production lines for aviation ground support equipment (GSE) and defense industry products, supplying the Royal Thai Armed Forces and international customers.
Operations and Products
editPanus Assembly's operations are divided into three main business groups:
Logistics and Transportation
editThis is the company's original core business, where it is a major manufacturer for the Thai and Southeast Asian markets. Products in this segment include:
- Trailers and Semi-Trailers: Such as flatbeds, container skeletal chassis, low-beds, and curtain-siders.
- Dump Trucks and Tippers: A range of dump bodies for 6-wheel and 10-wheel trucks.
- Specialized Cargo Bodies: Including dry vans, gull-wing trucks, car carriers, and refrigerated trucks.
- Agricultural Vehicles: Custom-built trailers for transporting agricultural products.
Aviation Ground Support Equipment
editPanus Assembly designs and manufactures a wide array of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for airlines and airport authorities. Key products include:
- Aircraft Tow Tractors: Both diesel and electric models are available, notably including tractors capable of handling large aircraft such as the Airbus A380.
- Passenger Stairs and Service Vehicles.
- Cargo Handling Equipment: Including cargo tractors, container/pallet loaders (ULDs), and baggage carts.
Defense Products
editThe company has applied its engineering capabilities to develop and produce military equipment to support the missions of the Royal Thai Armed Forces. Products in this segment include:
- Armored Vehicles: Such as modified HMMWV armored personnel carriers, the Phantom 380X-1, and the R-600 8x8 APC.[3]
- Military Trucks: Including 4x4 and 6x6 trucks with various payload capacities.
- Military Trailers and Support Vehicles: Such as mobile field kitchens and heavy-duty low-bed trailers for transporting military equipment.
Innovation
editPanus Assembly is involved in modern vehicle innovation projects, particularly in the development of electric trucks (EVs). The company has undertaken projects to convert standard diesel-powered trucks into electric-driven systems, aligning with policies for clean energy and sustainable transport.
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