The New ACE Training Center officially opens in Phnom Penh, setting a new benchmark for automotive training and technician certification across Asia. Developed through international collaboration and supported by industry leaders, including Celette as a key partner, the centre delivers advanced, hands-on training using cutting-edge equipment to prepare technicians for global career opportunities.
New ACE Training Center : A Landmark Opening for Automotive Training
The grand opening of the ACE vocational training centre on March 16th, 2026, in Phnom Penh marks a significant milestone in the advancement of automotive education in Southeast Asia. This new institution represents more than just a training facility : it is a forward-looking initiative designed to elevate technical skills, create new career pathways, and strengthen the region’s automotive industry.
At its core, ACE is the result of a powerful collaboration between Kangan Institute Australia, RMA Group, and the Cambodian Government. By bringing together international expertise, private-sector experience, and public-sector support, the project reflects a shared commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce that meets global standards. This partnership ensures that the training provided is not only relevant to current industry needs but also aligned with the future of automotive technology.
Meeting the Growing Demand for Skilled Technicians
The opening of the centre comes at a time when the automotive industry is evolving rapidly, driven by innovation, electrification, and increasingly sophisticated repair technologies. There is a growing demand for technicians who are not only trained but certified to work at an international level. ACE aims to meet this demand by offering a comprehensive, standardized training program that equips students with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.
Advanced Equipment and Real-World Training
One of the defining features of the New ACE Training Center is its use of advanced equipment and systems. Students train using industry-leading technologies such as the Celette equipment range, including the Sevenne and Cameleon Premium systems, as well as the System 5000. These tools are widely recognized in professional automotive repair environments, particularly in structural repair and chassis alignment.
By learning on the same equipment used in top workshops around the world, trainees gain practical skills that translate directly into the workplace. This emphasis on real-world training is central to ACE’s mission. Rather than focusing solely on classroom-based learning, the centre is designed to simulate actual working conditions.
Trainees engage in hands-on tasks, problem-solving scenarios, and technical assessments that mirror the challenges faced by professional technicians. This approach not only builds competence but also confidence.
Creating Opportunities Across Borders
Another key objective of the New ACE Training Center is to create mobility for its trainees. The certification provided by the centre is intended to meet international standards, allowing technicians to seek employment opportunities beyond their home countries. In an increasingly interconnected world, this opens doors for individuals to build careers across Asia and even globally.
A Broader Impact on the Industry
The impact of the centre extends beyond individual students. By raising the overall standard of technical training in Cambodia, ACE contributes to the development of the country’s automotive sector as a whole. Businesses benefit from a more skilled workforce, customers receive higher-quality service, and the industry becomes more competitive on a regional scale.
Looking Ahead
The grand opening event itself symbolizes the beginning of this journey. It is not just a celebration of a new facility, but a recognition of what can be achieved through collaboration and vision. As the doors open to its first cohort of students, ACE stands as a model for how vocational education can be transformed to meet the needs of a modern, globalized industry.
Looking ahead, the ACE vocational training centre is poised to become a hub of excellence in automotive education. By combining world-class training, cutting-edge technology, and strong industry partnerships, it sets a new benchmark for what vocational training can achieve, not only in Cambodia, but across the entire region.
