Daimler Coaches North America (DCNA) has inaugurated its new U.S. headquarters in Jacksonville, Fla.
DCNA is a subsidiary of Daimler Buses, the bus division of Daimler Truck AG. The new facility, spanning more than 43,000 sq.-ft., includes pre-delivery inspection, a large repair, maintenance and service center, an administrative building, and a dedicated training and delivery center for customers and service partners. The event was attended by Christofer Burger, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Miami.
“The Jacksonville headquarters is a symbol of our long-term commitment to the U.S. market, in which we are investing for the future. We are here to stay and aim to foster shared success through investments in local jobs and partnerships. This milestone represents our promise to support operators and partners for decades to come while strengthening the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider as the benchmark for innovation and reliability in the motorcoach segment,” says Till Oberwörder, CEO of Daimler Buses.
The new center features a cutting-edge Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and service facility, secured parking for more than 100 motorcoaches, a modern training center for technicians and operators and corporate offices serving as the control hub for Daimler Coaches North America’s U.S. operations.
The site, which also showcases pre-owned coaches, is strategically located west of Interstate 295 on a 12-acre property. After the opening, the number of employees will increase by approximately 45%, the company says.
“We are honored that Daimler Coaches North America has chosen Jacksonville for their new U.S. headquarters,” says Donna Deegan, mayor of Jacksonville. “The company's new 43,000 sq.-ft., facility marks a significant investment in our city. It will create many new local jobs, strengthen our region's industrial and transportation ecosystem, and contribute to long term economic growth.”
