China’s heavy-truck exports maintained robust momentum in October 2025, hitting 33,000 units with a 43.8% year-on-year increase, fueled by infrastructure booms across Asia and Africa.
New energy heavy trucks emerged as a key growth driver, with September penetration reaching 30% for the first time — a milestone reflecting the industry’s shift toward decarbonization.
Shacman, capturing 18.0% of China’s heavy-truck export market in October, reinforced its global leadership through hydrogen truck breakthroughs, region-specific models, and localized production networks.
Hydrogen Truck Breakthrough: Australia Bound
Shacman’s subsidiary Proton Motors achieved a landmark by exporting the first batch of Chinese mass-produced hydrogen heavy trucks to Australia, marking the country’s entry into developed new energy markets. The 240kW hydrogen-powered models feature 500km range and meet Australia’s strict ADR certification standards, securing 20 pre-orders for mining logistics. “This delivery proves our hydrogen technology competes globally,” said a Proton Motors executive, noting the trucks will undergo real-world testing in Western Australia’s iron ore mines.
Regional Custom Models Dominate Key Markets
Shacman’s scenario-tailored vehicles drove sales across high-growth regions:
- Southeast Asia: The X3000 8×4 dump truck (420hp) optimized for tropical climates and heavy-load engineering saw 42% year-on-year growth in Indonesia and Vietnam, with 22 units recently delivered to Saudi Arabia for port transportation.
- Middle East: High-temperature-resistant engine variants of the H3000 series boosted sales by 35% in Saudi Arabia and 28% in the UAE, catering to oil field logistics needs.
- Africa: 8 units of F3000 6×4 dump trucks were shipped to Ethiopia for sand transport, supported by KD plants in Kenya and Algeria that enhance local after-sales service.
Localization & New Energy Ecosystem Expand
With 17 overseas KD facilities, Shacman’s localized production strategy has paid off: its market share in non-Russian regions reached 18% in H1 2025, aligning with the 33% export growth in these areas. Domestically, the brand’s gas-powered heavy trucks gained traction in China’s northwest, leveraging TCO advantages to support resource transportation decarbonization.
Looking ahead, Shacman plans to certify its hydrogen and electric models for EU markets, while expanding Russia-focused production to address regional regulatory requirements. “Our dual focus on new energy innovation and regional adaptation matches global infrastructure and decarbonization demands,” a sales director stated. With 2025 exports nearing 40,000 units, the brand targets 20% of China’s heavy-truck export market by 2026.
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Post time: Dec-03-2025
