OPPO Pakistan, in partnership with the Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMA) and NORINCO International, has launched Pakistan’s first fully branded metro train on the Lahore Orange Line Metro Train system.
The train was unveiled during a special ceremony at the Orange Line Depot in Lahore. Senior officials from OPPO Pakistan, PMA, Orange Line Metro operations, NORINCO International, and the Chinese Consulate in Lahore attended the event.
The ceremony began with a ribbon-cutting event. Guests then toured the newly unveiled OPPO-themed train and the exclusive OPPO A6s Pro branded carriage.
The initiative marks the first collaboration of its kind in Pakistan between a global technology company and a public mass transit system. As a result, it introduces a new approach to commuter engagement while highlighting the value of public-private partnerships.
Speaking at the ceremony, George Long, CEO of OPPO Pakistan, said:
“This initiative reflects OPPO’s commitment to innovation beyond technology products alone. Through this collaboration with PMA and our partners, we are proud to contribute to a project that connects with millions of people in a meaningful and visible way. Pakistan remains an important market for OPPO, and we believe partnerships like these open new opportunities for innovation, engagement, and long-term collaboration between Pakistan and China.”
Innovation Meets Urban Mobility
Designed as a moving symbol of innovation and connectivity, the themed train reflects the long-standing friendship between Pakistan and China.
Furthermore, the project demonstrates how technology and public infrastructure can work together to improve daily urban experiences.
Officials from PMA welcomed the initiative. They described it as a progressive step toward modernizing commuter experiences. Additionally, they said it could create more engaging public spaces within transport systems.
The OPPO-themed train will now operate across Lahore’s metro network. Consequently, thousands of commuters will experience a refreshed visual environment during their daily journeys.
Moreover, officials expect the partnership to encourage similar collaborations between public institutions and private companies.
Earlier this year, OPPO introduced a special train wrap inspired by its OPPO A6s Pro smartphone. The initiative celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.
Orange Line Remains a Symbol of Development
The Orange Line Metro remains one of Pakistan’s most important transport projects. It began operations in 2020 and became the country’s first metro rail system.
The 27.1-kilometre line connects major parts of Lahore through 26 stations. Today, it serves hundreds of thousands of passengers every week.
Meanwhile, Chinese companies played a key role in the project’s development. NORINCO International remains one of the major partners associated with the system.
Industry experts believe the branded train could open new opportunities for innovation-led partnerships. They also see potential for new advertising and passenger engagement models.
As one of Pakistan’s most visible transport systems, the Orange Line Metro symbolizes development and cooperation. This latest initiative further strengthens that image.
At the same time, it brings together technology, infrastructure and public engagement on a single platform.
Ultimately, the project reflects the broader partnership between Pakistan and China. It also showcases how cooperation across industries can create meaningful experiences for communities while supporting urban modernization.
