King Long
King Long is a major Chinese manufacturer of buses and coaches headquartered in Xiamen, Fujian province. The company operates globally, producing a wide range of public transport vehicles including city buses, long-distance coaches, and light vans.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
China
HQ City
Xiamen
Founded
1988
EU Headquartered
No
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
state-owned
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
CN
Ultimate Parent
Xiamen King Long Motor Group Co., Ltd.
Data Hosting
CN
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1988
Company Founded
Xiamen King Long United Automotive Industry Co., Ltd. was established in Xiamen, China.
2008
Export Milestone
The company began significant expansion into international markets, including parts of Europe.
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