MG is investing €200 million in Spain for its first plant in mainland Europe

MG is strengthening its presence in Europe with a €200 million investment earmarked for the construction of the brand’s first production plant in mainland Europe. The plant will be built in Galicia, Spain, and represents a key step in the European development strategy of the car manufacturer controlled by the Chinese group SAIC Motor.

According to the company’s statement, the project represents “a key milestone in MG’s long-term commitment to the European market” and forms part of thestrategy known as “In Europe, for Europe”, through which the brand aims to consolidate its industrial presence on the continent.

The plant is set to become operational in 2028 and will have a production capacity of up to 120,000 vehicles per year. The site is set to become a strategic hub for MG’s next phase of growth and is expected to create over 2,000 jobs in Europe.

The new industrial complex will integrate research and development, advanced manufacturing, the supply of key components and smart logistics operations. The aim is to create a fully connected industrial ecosystem capable of covering the entire production chain. The platform will also enable the expansion of local production and sourcing, strengthening the resilience, responsiveness and agility of the brand’s European supply chain.

And that’s not all. MG also intends to strengthen its collaboration with European technology partners, research institutes and local suppliers to accelerate innovation in some of the sectors considered most strategic for the future of the automotive industry. These include next-generation batteries, smart mobility systems and clean energy solutions.