Munich, December 3, 2025 – TRATON SE and European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed a EUR 500 million loan agreement at favorable terms. The long-term loan will support the TRATON GROUP’s research and development for the TRATON Modular System (TMS). TMS is a global, cross-brand modular platform designed to harmonize vehicle development and production. It promotes scalability, cost efficiency, and flexibility while supporting innovation and sustainability.
The rapid evolution of global transport demands greater flexibility and efficiency. The TRATON Modular System enables the TRATON brands to quickly adapt, scale, and meet diverse customer needs.
This funding aims to drive the transformation of Europe’s heavy-duty vehicles sector. It supports the goals set out in the European Green Deal, which include making transport cleaner and helping manufacturers meet strict carbon reduction rules.
Dr. Michael Jackstein, CFO and CHRO of the TRATON GROUP: “The partnership with the European Investment Bank is a major milestone in TRATON GROUP’s financial strategy and underlines our strategic direction and innovative strength. By further diversifying our financing access, we are ensuring the financial stability and flexibility needed to drive innovation and support our customers throughout the industry’s transition to a more electrified and sustainable future.”
Nicola Beer, EIB Vice President: “Investing in sustainable mobility and cutting-edge digitalization is vital for Europe’s long-term competitiveness. By financing industry leaders like TRATON, the EIB ensures that European innovation translates into real-world impact—creating high-quality jobs, reinforcing resilient supply chains, and driving the continent’s leadership in the green transition. This agreement unlocks momentum for the Group to drive industry transformation, marking a decisive move in the shift to scalable, digital, and electrified mobility solutions for Europe and beyond. Together, EIB and TRATON are charting a course towards more sustainable, digitally integrated transport ecosystems—reinforcing Europe’s industrial leadership for generations to come.”
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Sacha Klingner
Head of External Communications
T +49 170 2250016
sacha.klingner@traton.com
Matthias Karpstein
Business Media Relations
T +49 172 3603071
matthias.karpstein@traton.com
TRATON SE
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With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.