Shlomo Group turns to Indian technicians in NIS 50m service-center expansion
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TLDR
- Shlomo Group is investing NIS 50 million to expand its service center network across Israel, with the first 4,000-square-meter facility opened in Holon.
- The new Holon center, costing NIS 5 million, integrates dozens of trained Indian technicians alongside local mechanics to address a sector-wide labor shortage.
- This expansion aims to give Shlomo Group greater control over the customer experience, from vehicle purchase to maintenance, and support the growing demand for electric vehicle servicing.
The Shlomo Group is making a significant strategic move into Israel's vehicle service market, announcing a NIS 50 million investment to establish a nationwide network of independent service centers. The first of these state-of-the-art facilities has already opened in Holon, marking a new chapter for the automotive group.
The company intends to support private customers from the point of vehicle purchase or leasing through ongoing maintenance.
A key feature of this expansion is the integration of skilled technicians from India. Dozens of these professionals have undergone specialized training to work alongside their Israeli counterparts in the Holon center. This initiative directly addresses a persistent labor gap within the Israeli automotive service sector, a challenge that has been growing with the increasing complexity of modern vehicles, including electric models.
Indian technicians join local teams
The Holon center itself is a substantial operation, covering 4,000 square meters and equipped with advanced diagnostic systems and specialized tools for servicing gasoline, diesel, and electric vehicles. With 19 lifts and the capacity to handle around 70 vehicles daily, it represents a significant upgrade in service infrastructure.
As part of the Holon launch, Shlomo Group said it integrated dozens of professional workers from India who underwent dedicated training.
Shlomo Group's chairman, Asi Shmeltzer, emphasized that this network is designed to reduce reliance on third-party providers and enhance the company's control over the entire customer journey. This move is particularly relevant as Israel's automotive market continues its shift towards electric vehicles, placing additional pressure on existing service infrastructure. The expansion is expected to serve over 40,000 private customers and support the company's growth in private leasing and vehicle sales.
The Indian workforce element comes as Israel has increasingly turned to Indian labor to address shortages in several sectors.
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