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On October 16, Acoca held a groundbreaking ceremony for the second phase of its Vietnam plant expansion. Acoca's Vice GM, Linda, noted that the first phase began in 2018, and the company has since navigated challenges such as the pandemic and a sluggish market. Although there is still progress to be made in reducing inventory levels, Acoca believes that now is the ideal time to prepare for future growth. The new facility will feature upgraded production lines with laser cutting and automated welding equipment, along with the addition of solar panels to actively reduce carbon emissions.

Acoca President Anthony Chen highlighted that the company's Vietnam plant is located in the Protrade Industrial Park, Binh Duong Province, covering an area of 27,000 square meters. The industrial park is already home to 11 Taiwanese bicycle manufacturers. The Phase II expansion, covering approximately 3,000 square meters, will enhance the facility's painting and storage capabilities, making the overall plant layout more efficient. This will also increase production capacity. The plant will follow a "small but beautiful, small but refined" approach, focusing on the production of bicycle frames, bicycles, and electric bicycles.

This expansion aims to position Acoca for future success while embracing sustainability and operational excellence.