We’re proud to share that our Managing Director, Matt Lloyd, was recently interviewed by Mobility Rising, a key industry platform spotlighting innovation in Africa’s vehicle sector. During his interview, Mr. Lloyd offers an in-depth look at AVA’s dedicated EV assembly line, which has the capacity to produce up to 10,000 electric vehicles per year.
We are proudly celebrating our 50th anniversary
In half a century, AVA has accumulated one of the largest portfolios of customers & models in the world.
We assemble 67 different models from 21 OEMs based in 9 separate countries.
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Welcome to AVA, East Africa’s leading multi-brand
company
A Rich Automotive Engineering
Heritage. Since 1975
At Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) we launched our first series of trucks and pick-ups nearly half a century ago, in 1977. Today, we have earned our position as the market leader in multi-brand vehicle assembly in the region currently assembling a wide range of vehicle models ranging from trucks and pickups to tuk-tuks and golf carts.
Working with
40+ Globally Leading
Quality Systems
Quality management in the automotive industry has always been exemplary and at AVA we have worked with over 40 different quality systems of leading automotive manufacturers from around the globe. Since 2018 AVA is the only assembler in the region to have achieved IATF16949 Certification.
solutions
Driven by a Commitment to Innovation
AVA offers an extensive range of vehicle engineering solutions including vehicle assembly, body building, specialty vehicle transformation, local parts manufacturing and supply chain logistics
While our core business revolves around building world-class quality vehicles, our diverse scope of services and solutions are geared at making AVA the ideal partner for all-around automotive engineering solutions.
facilities
Poised for Growth.
Our production facilities are ready to respond to the new market growth trends expected from 2021
The AVA production facilities in Mombasa, Kenya are designed for an output of 30,000 units per year. We therefore have a significant capacity to grow our current production output. This increase is expected to grow steadily with the introduction of the new National Automotive Policy
Chassis Lines
Cab Trim
Frame Riveting & Welding
Paint Shop
Car park
Training Academy
Unboxing
EOL QC
quality systems
AVA is IATF 16949 certified
Trusted by the motor vehicle industry for nearly two decades, the IATF 16949 certification provides a robust baseline of occupant protection through a series of performance tests designed to drive safety performance from initial design to final assembly.
The certification demonstrates our commitment to adhering and producing safe products and following an effective system for addressing consumer safety issues.
news
AVA News
On July 22nd, 2025, Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) has released its first Sustainability Report, a milestone event held at its Miritini headquarters and officially launched by Mr. Adil Popat - Executive Chairman at Simba Corporation. The report reflects AVA’s growing commitment to building a responsible, inclusive, and future-ready organization, aligned with the UN Global Compact and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
To mark International Women’s Day 2025, our team joined female engineering students at the Technical University of Mombasa for an engaging session around women empowerment and career growth.
customer service
Success is nothing if we’re not of value!
We strive to provide outstanding customer service to all our clients. Our customers are the key to our company’s success, and we pride ourselves on giving each one exceptional service.
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+254 111 039 460
FAQs
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ABOUT AVA
AVA is owned by the Simba Corporation and is the market leader in multi-brand vehicle assembly in East Africa.
We currently assemble 43% of all assembled vehicles in Kenya. Our production includes a wide range of vehicle models ranging from trucks and pickups to tuk-tuks and golf carts.
Due to our extensive engineering heritage we are your ideal partner for all automotive engineering solutions, including vehicle body building, boat building, speciality vehicle transformations as well as vehicle assembly supply chain and logistics solutions.
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Contact Us
Kwa Jomvu, Miritini, Mombasa, Kenya
P.O. Box 86344 - 80100 Mombasa
+254 111 039 460