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Green Motion Appoints Master Franchise for New Zealand
The provider of green vehicles expands its sustainable car rental options further into the APAC region.
December 18, 2024
(L to R): Zaheed, Fatema, Tracy, Tina and, Himanshu are the Green Motion team in New Zealand.
Photo: Green Motion
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Green Motion International, which specializes in environmentally focused car rentals, recently arranged a master franchise in New Zealand with Zaheed Kanthawala, an entrepreneur with experience in driving sustainable business growth.
This expansion into New Zealand underscores Green Motion’s efforts to provide eco-friendly transportation to the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region and meet the demand for sustainable travel alternatives.
"Zaheed’s passion for sustainability and dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences align perfectly with Green Motion's vision," said Richard Lowden, founder and CEO of Green Motion, in a Dec.16 news release.
Kanthawala added, “Green Motion’s focus on sustainability is a perfect fit for New Zealand, a country renowned for its natural beauty and commitment to protecting the environment.”
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