Hangzhou, China, April 1, 2025 – Geely Auto has solidified its standing in the global automotive industry by securing ranked 91st of TIME’s Asia-Pacific’s Best Companies of 2025 list. The list was determined by TIME and Statista based on the formula of revenue growth, employee satisfaction surveys, and rigorous environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG, or sustainability) data. This recognition reflects Geely’s commitment and continuous effort to expand its business footprint with robust growth while striving to be a socially responsible and sustainable company.
Geely: A Global Automotive Leader
Headquartered in Hangzhou, China, Geely Auto is a global powerhouse in the automotive sector. Renowned for its innovation, high value products and user centric approach, Geely has emerged as a pioneer in the industry. With a focus on advanced technology and sustainable mobility, the company continues to redefine automotive excellence serving millions of its customers worldwide. Since its inception in 1986, The company employs more than 50,000 people, operates 12 plants, five global R&D centers in Hangzhou, Ningbo, Gothenburg, Coventry and Frankfurt. The company also boasts four global design studios in Shanghai, Gothenburg, Milan, and Coventry respectively with over 1000 members of staff in total. Geely Automobile Holdings, a subsidiary company holding majority stakes in Geely Auto, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr has been listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange since 2005.
Worldwide Success, Regional Excellence
In 2024, Geely Auto achieved a groundbreaking annual sale milestone of 2.17 million units, with export sales outside of China reaching 414,522 —a 57% increase compared with the previous year. To date, Geely Auto has expanded its global footprint to more than 80 countries, supported by a network of more than 900 sales and service outlets, delivering exceptional experiences to customers across the globe.
For 7 years, Geely has been actively developing its operations in the Asia-Pacific region with a solid brand presence in 10 countries. To further enhance local market operation and synergies among the Asia-Pacific region, Geely Auto established subsidiaries in Indonesia, Australia, and the Philippines. In 2025, Geely will further accelerate its efforts in cultivating market, driving stronger momentum in market growth, product adaptation, industry innovation, and customer satisfaction.
The company has enriched the Asia-Pacific region through strategic local manufacturing initiatives, empowering markets by leveraging its global manufacturing expertise, world-leading technology, and advanced facilities to elevate the local automotive industry. Currently, Geely Auto owns two plants in the Asia-Pacific region excluding China, including one in Cambodia and Myanmar. The upcoming plants in Indonesia and Vietnam are setting to meet the growing Southeast Asian demand for NEV models and accelerate the regional automotive industry transformation towards smart electrified vehicle technologies.
Diverse Product Solutions Made Exceptional
With its multi-energy product strategy, Geely Auto delivers 8 models that caters to Asia-Pacific market needs, delivering intelligent mobility experiences that exceed expectations. Coolray and Starray, ICE models with over a million in sales, have set benchmarks in their segment. The next generation SUV, Geely EX5, is positioned to provide a leading intelligent and sustainable mobility experience, selling across Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand. Soon, this model will enter Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam, further solidifying Geely’s electrification foothold in Asia-Pacific region.
In the coming future, Geely Auto will continue to innovate and offer a diverse range of powertrain options—from electric and hybrid to conventional engines—ensuring consumer access to cutting-edge choices that align with market demands.