Ghassan Aboud Automotive, IVECO Partner in Syria

10 Jul 2026 CW Team

Through its subsidiary Grand Auto & Machinery Co. (GAMCO), Ghassan Aboud Automotive will manage IVECO’s sales, service and aftersales operations across Syria. GAMCO, the group’s specialist company for commercial vehicles, construction machinery and industrial solutions, will serve as the official distributor of IVECO commercial vehicles in the country.

Under the partnership, GAMCO will introduce IVECO’s range of light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles to the Syrian market. The vehicles are expected to support transport needs across key industries and offer reliable, efficient and high-performance mobility solutions.

Maher Aboud, Group CEO, Ghassan Aboud Holding, said the partnership reflects the group’s commitment to supporting Syria’s reconstruction by offering commercial vehicles and aftersales solutions that improve operational efficiency and create long-term value for customers and partners.

Shahram Falati, IVECO Country Manager for Africa and Middle East, said the collaboration combines IVECO’s global expertise with GAMCO’s local capabilities and customer-focused approach. He added that the partnership aims to provide reliable, efficient and sustainable transport solutions that support businesses and Syria’s economic recovery.

Beyond vehicle sales, GAMCO will provide customers with modern service facilities, manufacturer-trained technicians, mobile service vans and a nationwide parts distribution network. These services are designed to maximise fleet uptime, improve operational efficiency and support long-term customer value.

The addition of IVECO strengthens GAMCO’s portfolio of global mobility and industrial brands, reinforcing its role as a partner in Syria’s reconstruction and long-term development.

Ghassan Aboud Automotive, a subsidiary of Ghassan Aboud Holding, has recently signed a strategic distribution agreement with IVECO, a global commercial vehicle manufacturer. The partnership aims to support Syria’s reconstruction and long-term economic development while strengthening IVECO’s presence in the Syrian market. Through its subsidiary Grand Auto & Machinery Co. (GAMCO), Ghassan Aboud Automotive will manage IVECO’s sales, service and aftersales operations across Syria. GAMCO, the group’s specialist company for commercial vehicles, construction machinery and industrial solutions, will serve as the official distributor of IVECO commercial vehicles in the country. Under the partnership, GAMCO will introduce IVECO’s range of light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles to the Syrian market. The vehicles are expected to support transport needs across key industries and offer reliable, efficient and high-performance mobility solutions. Maher Aboud, Group CEO, Ghassan Aboud Holding, said the partnership reflects the group’s commitment to supporting Syria’s reconstruction by offering commercial vehicles and aftersales solutions that improve operational efficiency and create long-term value for customers and partners. Shahram Falati, IVECO Country Manager for Africa and Middle East, said the collaboration combines IVECO’s global expertise with GAMCO’s local capabilities and customer-focused approach. He added that the partnership aims to provide reliable, efficient and sustainable transport solutions that support businesses and Syria’s economic recovery. Beyond vehicle sales, GAMCO will provide customers with modern service facilities, manufacturer-trained technicians, mobile service vans and a nationwide parts distribution network. These services are designed to maximise fleet uptime, improve operational efficiency and support long-term customer value. The addition of IVECO strengthens GAMCO’s portfolio of global mobility and industrial brands, reinforcing its role as a partner in Syria’s reconstruction and long-term development.

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