Apolo Tecnologia Investment 2025 Expands Manufacturing Capacity

Apolo Tecnologia investment 2025 reached BRL 65 million as the Marcopolo subsidiary specializing in polymer components expanded its manufacturing plant and incorporated new production technologies. The investment supported the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, including thermoplastic injection molding, thermoset materials, engineering plastics and additive manufacturing, supporting the company’s debut at Lat.Bus 2026. Over the past three years, Apolo Tecnologia doubled its built area and tripled its production capacity to meet growing demand from domestic and international markets. The expansion reflects the company’s focus on increasing manufacturing capabilities while supporting a broader range of polymer component applications.

During Lat.Bus 2026, the company will showcase polymer components for the bus, automotive, agricultural, and commercial vehicle industries, including roof air diffusers, the rear panel for the Marcopolo Torino bus, air ducts, seats, armrests, instrument panels and air intakes, as well as industrial components produced through 3D printing. Apolo is Brazil's largest manufacturer of DCPD (Dicyclopentadiene) components and operates South America's only 300-ton rotary press for this technology, as well as robotic injection molding systems with clamping forces of up to 1,400 tons.

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How much did Apolo Tecnologia invest in 2025?
Apolo Tecnologia invested BRL 65 million in 2025 to expand its manufacturing plant and incorporate advanced production technologies. The investment supported capabilities including thermoplastic injection molding, thermoset materials, engineering plastics and additive manufacturing. Over the preceding three years, the company doubled its built area and tripled production capacity to serve growing domestic and international demand. The expanded operation also supports polymer components for bus, automotive, agricultural and commercial vehicle applications, alongside industrial components produced through 3D printing and specialized DCPD manufacturing equipment.