The DRÄXLMAIER group was rewarded during the BIG FIVE 2026 ceremony, organized on the sidelines of the fifth edition of the Grand Débat by UniversNews, under the theme "Tunisia, Dragon of the Mediterranean: ambition or utopia?". This distinction recognizes the group's lasting commitment in Tunisia as well as its contribution to the development of the automotive industry, foreign direct investment (FDI) and job creation.

Represented by Steffen Juergens, DRÄXLMAIER was awarded the trophy in the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) category. This recognition highlights the Group's strategic role in strengthening the Tunisian industrial ecosystem and its continued investment in innovative mobility solutions for major international car manufacturers.

Established in Tunisia for several decades, DRÄXLMAIER is one of the major players in the automotive components sector Through its investments, the group contributes to the development of local skills, the transfer of technological know-how and the rise in value of the Tunisian manufacturing industry.

The BIG FIVE 2026 ceremony annually recognizes companies and personalities who actively participate in economic development, innovation and international outreach This recognition also illustrates Tunisia's attractiveness as an investment destination for international players in the automotive sector and highlights the capacity of its industrial ecosystem to support major transformations in mobility.

Bako Motors, a Tunisian startup and member of the Tunisian Automotive Association (TAA), takes a new step in the development of the Tunisian automotive industry by making its first shipment of electric vehicles to Germany.

The first batch exported consists of 20 electric vehicles destined for the German market. For the year 2026, Bako Motors plans to export 88 vehicles, before accelerating its international development with a target of 800 units exported in 2027.

According to Boubaker Siala, Managing Director of Bako Motors, this first delivery marks the beginning of the brand's commercial deployment in Europe. The company is now present in five international markets: Germany, Italy, France, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Based in the El Mghira industrial zone (Ben Arous governorate), Bako Motors currently employs 68 people. In just four years of activity, the company has marketed more than 400 electric vehicles on the Tunisian market.

One of Bako Motors' main assets is its local integration rate of more than 40%, the result of collaboration with several Tunisian manufacturers specializing in technical textiles This approach contributes to the development of the local value chain and strengthens the competitiveness of the Tunisian automotive ecosystem.

As part of its growth strategy, Bako Motors is also pursuing the development of its national network with a future establishment in Sousse, complementing its current presence in This new site aims for an annual production of 8,000 vehicles, 80% of which will be for export, confirming the international ambitions of this Tunisian manufacturer.

Through this success, Bako Motors, a member of the Tunisian Automotive Association, illustrates the innovation, industrialization and export potential of the

The Autoliv Group, world leader in automotive safety systems, inaugurated the extension of its El Fahs (Zaghouan) plant, strengthening its presence in the automotive industry in Tunisia and confirming the country's attractiveness for high value-added industrial investments.

The inauguration ceremony is It is part of Autoliv's global strategy to develop its industrial capabilities in Tunisia while integrating the most advanced technologies in smart production, energy performance and logistics.

This project will improve the productivity of the site, strengthen its competitiveness and support more sustainable production through optimal use Today, the sector brings together nearly 300 industrial companies and generates more than 120,000 jobs, constituting one of the main drivers of Tunisian industrial exports.

Autoliv, a major player in the automotive components industry in Tunisia

Present in Tunisia since 1999, Autoliv is located on the sites of Today, the group employs more than 4,500 people and produces nearly 4 million automotive steering wheels in Tunisia each year, exclusively for the European market.

Globally, Autoliv is present in 28 countries through 64 production sites and manufactures approximately 7 million automotive steering wheels per year It contributes to the development of advanced industrial skills, the creation of skilled jobs and the strengthening of Tunisia's integration into global automotive value chains.

The Sousse Hub is one of DRÄXLMAIER's most significant projects in Tunisia . Currently under construction within Novation City in Sousse , this future center of excellence aims to consolidate the group's research and development, engineering, and information technology activities within a modern and scalable infrastructure. Its inauguration is scheduled for mid-year , marking a major milestone in DRÄXLMAIER's technological development strategy in the region.

At full capacity, the DRÄXLMAIER Sousse Hub will host nearly 1,000 Tunisian engineers and experts specializing in engineering, R&D, and IT . These highly skilled local professionals will contribute to the development of innovative solutions designed to support the industrial performance and competitiveness of DRÄXLMAIER sites internationally.

Designed according to high environmental standards , the building embodies a sustainable approach to innovation. From its inception, it incorporates responsible technologies , in line with the group's commitments to sustainable development. The open, bright, and collaborative workspaces have been designed to stimulate creativity, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and improve team well-being .

With the launch of the Sousse Hub , DRÄXLMAIER confirms its long-term commitment to Tunisia and strengthens its position as a leading industrial and technological player. This high-impact project illustrates the group's ability to combine local expertise, sustainable innovation, and global ambition .

Through the signing of a new environmental partnership within the framework of the "Green Sponsorship" program, LEONI Tunisia confirms the growing maturity of the Tunisian automotive sector in terms of environmental responsibility and sustainable development.

The agreement was signed by Mr. Mohamed Arbi Rouis, Managing Director and SVP of LEONI Tunisia, under the supervision of Mr. Sofiane Tanfouri, Governor of Sousse, illustrating a structured collaboration between industrial players and public authorities in the service of common environmental objectives.

This initiative is part of a broader movement within the Tunisian automotive industry, which is increasingly integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues into the heart of its industrial strategies. It aims in particular to encourage concrete actions to protect the environment, reduce the ecological footprint of industrial activities, and support local initiatives with a sustainable impact.

Beyond LEONI Tunisia's commitment, this partnership reflects the ability of the Tunisian automotive sector to align itself with international standards, to strengthen its attractiveness to investors and to demonstrate that industrial performance and environmental responsibility can evolve in a complementary way.

Through this type of initiative, the Tunisian automotive sector confirms its role as a strategic lever for national economic development, while actively contributing to the objectives of sustainability and ecological transition, which have become essential in global value chains.

COFICAB Tunisia has reached a major strategic milestone in its energy transition with the full commissioning of a 2.4 MWp rooftop photovoltaic power plant at its industrial site. This structuring investment positions COFICAB as a committed player in industrial decarbonization and energy efficiency in Tunisia , particularly in the automotive sector.

The solar power plant enables the annual production of approximately 3.9 GWh of renewable electricity , significantly reducing dependence on the national electricity grid and strengthening energy cost control. From an environmental perspective, this project helps avoid nearly 1,720 tonnes of CO₂ per year , equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of more than 86,000 trees .

This project is fully aligned with COFICAB's energy and sustainable performance roadmap , improving the energy security, operational resilience, and long-term competitiveness of its industrial activities. It illustrates a concrete and measurable approach to the transition towards a more responsible industry.

COFICAB Tunisia expresses its gratitude to the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company (STEG) , the National Agency for Energy Conservation (ANME) and Spectra , for their effective collaboration, regulatory support and technical expertise throughout the engineering, implementation and commissioning phases of the project.

This achievement is perfectly consistent with COFICAB's short-term objective of reducing its carbon footprint by 42% by 2030 (Scopes 1 & 2) , confirming that industrial performance and environmental sustainability are now inseparable strategic levers .

The Tunisian Automotive Association (TAA) announces the inauguration by Lear Corporation , a world leader in automotive technologies dedicated to seating and electronic systems, of a new industrial unit specializing in Thermal Comfort Systems in Menzel Bourguiba .

This new automotive plant in Tunisia is dedicated to the production of advanced seat thermal comfort technologies, integrating heating, ventilation, active cooling, lumbar support, massage functions, steering wheel heating, and presence detection. These solutions meet international standards for automotive safety , passenger comfort , and technological innovation .

The project represents an investment of approximately 100 million dinars for the construction component alone, on a 32,000 m² covered industrial site designed according to high standards of industrial performance , safety , and environmental protection . Ultimately, this unit will generate 4,500 direct jobs , strengthening Tunisia's attractiveness for foreign investment in the automotive industry .

With 255 sites in 37 countries and more than 173,700 employees , Lear Corporation confirms through this strategic investment Tunisia's positioning as a competitive automotive industrial hub integrated into global value chains .

CIPI ACTIA, a subsidiary of the ACTIA Group , has officially obtained the "CSR 26000 – Apave Certification" Label – Silver Level , following an in-depth evaluation process of its corporate social responsibility practices.

Awarded by Apave Certification (Apave Group) , this distinction attests to the maturity of CIPI ACTIA's CSR strategy and the concrete commitment of all its employees. The audit highlighted strong collective mobilization and the effective integration of social, environmental, and governance issues at the heart of the company's operations.

This label recognizes in particular CIPI ACTIA's ability to integrate sustainable development as a structuring lever of its growth model, by aligning its CSR commitments with measurable and verifiable actions.

By joining the network of companies with the CSR 26000 label, CIPI ACTIA confirms its commitment to transforming its commitments into tangible results , thus contributing to the promotion of responsible and sustainable practices within the industrial fabric.

This key step reinforces CIPI ACTIA's positioning as a committed and responsible player, focused on a sustainable future and creating long-term value.