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Welcome to the News page of FIPA-Tunisia, your source. To be on the lookout for new developments in the investment environment and new locations in Tunisia. The “News” section also keeps you informed of FIPA’s participation in international events. Explore our articles for an in-depth understanding of the developments impacting the Tunisian economic landscape.

24 02 2026

Electric mobility: Tunisia sets out its ambitions for 2035

In early 2026, the Tunisian government launched a new phase of its energy transition, placing a strong emphasis on electric mobility. The stated goal is to have 125,000 electric cars and 12,000 public charging stations by 2035. To achieve this, a new tax and financial system will came into force January 2026, accompanied by a […]

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21 02 2026

Asteel Flash consolidates its investments in Tunisia

« The French group Asteel Flash plans to expand its activities in Tunisia through new investments with a strong technological component », announced its CEO Nicolas Denis following a working session in mid-February with officials from the Tunisian Ministry of Industry. Based in Tunisia, where it already employs 1,400 engineers and managers, Asteel Flash plans […]

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15 01 2026

Lear Corporation inaugurates new facility in Tunisia

Lear Corporation, a global leader in automotive seat and electronic systems technologies, has inaugurated its new Thermal Comfort Systems (TCS) manufacturing facility at PAEB Site II in Menzel Bourguiba, PAEB announced on its LinkedIn page. These innovative technologies include active seat heating, ventilation and cooling, as well as lumbar support, massage function, steering wheel heating […]

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07 01 2026

German company LAPP opens R&D centre in Tunisia

The German group LAPP (Lapp Holding SE), a global leader specialising in cabling, connectivity and connection technology solutions, announced at the end of December in Tunis that it would soon be opening an R&D centre in Tunisia. The announcement was made by Michael Seddig, CEO and COO EMEA of the group, following a working session […]

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18 12 2025

Tunisian talent at the heart of Visteon’s global strategy

Visteon Corporation’s decision to invest in Tunisia was not an ordinary one, but a strategic choice confirmed by the company’s senior management at the highest level. CEO Sachin Lawande made a point of visiting in person on several occasions, travelling specially from the United States, which is rare and reflects the major importance of Visteon […]

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10 12 2025

Swedish giant Autoliv opens a new factory in Tunisia.

The Swedish group « Autoliv », which specialises in the manufacture of steering wheels and road safety equipment, announced last Friday that it would be setting up a new factory in Tunisia. “Using the latest Industry 4.0 technologies, this factory will become the first and only facility of its kind in Africa, specialising in the […]

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