Allison Transmission Accelerates Growth with New Fleet Wins in the GCC region
In partnership with UD Trucks, a leading Japanese OEM, Allison Transmission is accelerating its market penetration in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)region with a series of municipal and commercial vehicle fleet wins across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait.
In the UAE, more than 200 Allison-equipped trucks are already in service, with a further 50 units scheduled for delivery in 2025 to support ongoing municipal projects. In Kuwait, Allison has achieved a milestone with its first-ever tender win in the country, supplying 16 UD Croner trucks for a key waste management initiative. In Oman, a leading waste management company has ordered more than 60 UD Croner trucks fitted with Allison transmissions, expected to enter operation in 2026. Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia, Allison’s technology continues to demonstrate its versatility, with over 50 trucks currently operating within a Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) distribution fleet and more than 40 additional units scheduled for delivery soon.
The surge in demand reflects the GCC’s drive to modernise waste management fleets in response to growing urban populations, rising service expectations and the challenges of high-frequency, stop-start collection in extreme temperatures.
Allison’s 3000Series™transmission installed in the UD Croner PKE model and the 2500 Series™ transmission installed in the UD Croner LKE model are engineered to handle these demands. The torque converter boosts engine torque at launch, delivering stronger low-speed driving performance, while Continuous Power Technology™ ensures uninterrupted power delivery and a smooth drive for the driver and vehicle. The fully hydrodynamic torque converter without mechanical clutches results in less wear and tear on all parts of the drivetrain and therefore reduces costly breakdowns and repairs, reducing downtime.
“Waste collection in the Middle East presents unique operational challenges, from extreme heat to constant stop-start driving,” said Muhammad Ibrahim Khan, Allison Transmission’s Area Manager for Middle East & Pakistan. “Our partnerships with fleet operators and OEMs like UD Trucks show how Allison’s technology is enabling cities and service providers to deliver reliable, efficient services.”
Since 2020, hundreds of UD Croner trucks featuring Allison transmissions have been sold across the GCC for urban waste collection tenders and FMCG distribution, a milestone that reinforces Allison’s role as a preferred technology partner for both municipal and commercial fleets. These vehicles continue to perform reliably in challenging conditions, underscoring the brand’s reputation for durability and efficiency.
Allison Transmission remains committed to supporting fleet operators with innovative driveline solutions that enhance reliability, lower operating costs, and contribute to sustainable infrastructure development across the region.
