Vietnamese EV taxi operator Green SM has launched its European operations in Copenhagen with a fleet of VinFast electric vehicles. This marks VinFast's first entry into the European taxi market through a commercial ride-hailing operator.
Green SM, based in Vietnam, specializes in all-electric taxi services and has deployed VinFast EVs to serve Copenhagen's mobility demands. The company operates a company-owned fleet model, meaning Green SM retains ownership of the vehicles rather than relying on independent driver partnerships common to ride-hailing services.
VinFast, Vietnam's leading EV manufacturer, has aggressively expanded internationally over the past two years. The automaker already operates in multiple Asian markets and has established presence in North America. The Copenhagen deployment represents the brand's first meaningful foothold in Western Europe through a dedicated commercial fleet operator.
For Green SM, Copenhagen offers a strategic entry point into European markets. Denmark leads Europe in EV adoption and taxi electrification initiatives. The city has invested heavily in charging infrastructure and maintains strong regulatory support for zero-emission vehicles, creating ideal conditions for an all-electric taxi service.
The VinFast models deployed likely include the VF8 or VF9, the company's mass-market electric SUVs designed for ride-hailing applications. These vehicles feature competitive ranges, fast-charging capability, and reliability metrics targeted at commercial fleet operators seeking to minimize downtime and maintenance costs.
This move signals shifting dynamics in global EV markets. Chinese and Vietnamese manufacturers now compete directly with Western automakers in commercial fleet applications, not just consumer sales. Green SM's European entry also indicates that Asian EV operators view European cities as growth markets despite the continent's entrenched taxi industries and regulatory complexity.
The Copenhagen launch establishes a testing ground for potential expansion into other Scandinavian cities and broader European markets. Success here could accelerate VinFast