Air Link Communication Limited has approved an electric bike manufacturing project under its own brand, AirV, marking its entry into Pakistan’s fast-growing electric mobility market.
The Lahore-based technology company announced the decision on Thursday in a material information notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange. Its board approved the project during a meeting held on July 23, 2026.
Project Expands Airlink’s Manufacturing Portfolio
“The project envisages the establishment of an advanced electric bike assembly plant at the company’s manufacturing facility located in Sundar Green Special Economic Zone (SGSEZ), Lahore,” Airlink said.
The company said the AirV project supports its long-term plan to diversify into emerging, technology-driven mobility solutions. It also wants to capture rising demand for electric vehicles across Pakistan.
“The board has also authorised the management to undertake all necessary regulatory, commercial and operational activities required for the implementation of the project,” the notice said.
Airlink did not disclose the planned investment, production capacity, launch date or expected price range for AirV bikes. The company also gave no details about battery technology, localisation targets or future models.
Airlink’s businesses cover imports, exports, distribution, indenting, wholesale and retail of communication and IT-related products and services. Its portfolio includes smartphones, cellular phones, tablets, laptop accessories and related products.
Its existing Lahore facility assembles smartphones, smart televisions, wearables and computing devices for several international brands. These include Xiaomi, Tecno, iMiki and Acer Gadgets.
Airlink Communication Limited was incorporated in Pakistan as a private company in January 2014. It converted into a public limited company in April 2019.
Last year, Airlink approved a wholly owned subsidiary named ZEXO Technologies (Private) Limited. The company authorised an investment of up to Rs200 million for that venture.
Pakistan’s Electric Bike Demand Accelerates
Airlink enters the sector as electric two-wheelers gain momentum in Pakistan. Reuters reported that electric bikes exceeded 10% of monthly two-wheeler sales for the first time in 2026. Sales had nearly tripled to 90,000 units during the previous year.
High petrol prices, fuel supply concerns and cheaper solar charging have encouraged more riders to consider electric alternatives. However, high purchase prices, weak charging networks and limited after-sales services remain major obstacles.
The government’s Pakistan Accelerated Vehicle Electrification programme provides subsidies and interest-free financing for electric bikes and rickshaws. By April, the first phase had received about 270,000 applications, nearly seven times its target.
Pakistan’s New Energy Vehicles Policy targets 30% of new vehicle sales by 2030. It sets a five-year goal of more than two million electric two-wheelers. The government also plans to establish 3,000 public charging stations by 2030.
The policy encourages investment in local vehicle manufacturing, parts production, innovation and workforce development.
AirV could help Airlink use its existing manufacturing experience in a new industry. The project may also increase competition in a market currently led largely by Chinese brands and local assemblers.
