Milestone facility set to boost production quality and sustainability ahead of 2029 launch.
Škoda Auto has officially broken ground on a next-generation paint shop at its Mladá Boleslav headquarters in the Czech Republic, marking a significant stride toward more efficient and environmentally friendly vehicle production. The facility, scheduled to open in 2029, is poised to become a cornerstone of the brand’s long-term manufacturing strategy.
Equipped with cutting-edge automation, robotics, and smart technologies, the new paint shop promises to enhance the precision and quality of vehicle coatings across Škoda’s lineup—including both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and electric models. In addition to standard finishes, the plant will be capable of delivering complex two-tone paint jobs and sophisticated matte coatings, aligning with evolving customer preferences and premium design trends.
Škoda‘s investment in this facility underscores its broader commitment to sustainable manufacturing. By 2030, the Czech automaker aims to achieve carbon-neutral production at all of its domestic plants. The new paint shop will play a crucial role in that mission, reducing CO₂ emissions from the painting process by an estimated 28% and cutting down significantly on volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
“The new paint shop reflects Škoda’s forward-looking approach to both product quality and environmental responsibility,” said a spokesperson for the company. “It’s not just about painting cars—it’s about painting a greener future.”
Spanning an impressive 118,000 square meters—roughly the area of 16 football fields—the massive structure will stretch 301 meters in length, 131 meters in width, and rise to a height of 32.5 meters, equivalent to a seven-story building. The internal transport system alone will exceed 15 kilometers in length, ensuring efficient vehicle flow through the facility.
Construction will take place on the site of the existing completed vehicle parking area, adjacent to the recently inaugurated Laurin and Klement Bridge, further integrating the new facility into Škoda’s evolving industrial footprint.
As Škoda moves toward the next chapter of its production evolution, this high-tech paint shop represents not only a leap in capability but also a symbol of the brand’s drive toward innovation and climate-conscious manufacturing.
Source: Škoda