The launch ceremony was attended by Mr. Do Quang Thai, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in the Kingdom of Denmark, together with representatives from leading Danish organizations, including 3F, Dansk Erhverv, DPT and Carnegie Investment Bank, alongside strategic partners and industry stakeholders from the transport, technology, energy, finance and infrastructure sectors.
As one of the world's leading cities in sustainable urban mobility, Copenhagen was chosen as Green SM's first European market. Here, the company aims to complement the city's existing transport network by offering another reliable, fully electric mobility option for residents and visitors alike.
In Denmark, the company operates a fully electric fleet of VinFast VF 6 and VF 8 vehicles, serving a wide range of everyday urban travel needs. Unlike many ride-hailing platforms that primarily connect passengers with independent drivers, Green SM directly owns and manages its fleet and oversees driver operations to help ensure consistent service quality and customer experience. During the initial phase of operations, Green SM will focus on establishing a reliable local operation, ensuring full compliance with Danish regulations, and continuously improving its service based on feedback from customers, drivers, and other stakeholders.
In brief
Green SM has begun operating its fully electric taxi service in Copenhagen, which the company identifies as its first European market. The service uses VinFast VF 6 and VF 8 vehicles, with rides booked through the Green SM app. The company says it owns and manages its fleet and oversees driver operations, including training in safety, customer service and electric vehicle use. Green SM says it will focus initially on building local operations, complying with Danish regulations and adjusting service based on feedback. For the launch period, new customers can receive five vouchers offering 25% off each ride, subject to a 100 DKK maximum discount per trip. The company, founded in Vietnam in 2023, also operates in five other named countries across Asia.
Key takeaways
- The Copenhagen service marks Green SM's first entry into Europe.
- The company operates VinFast VF 6 and VF 8 vehicles and manages its fleet and driver operations.
- Green SM says its initial priorities include regulatory compliance and developing reliable local operations.
- New customers can access launch vouchers from July 30 through September 30, 2026.
Customers can book rides through the Green SM app, available on the App Store and Google Play. Fares are displayed before each trip is confirmed, and electronic receipts are issued automatically at the end of every journey. To mark its launch in Copenhagen, Green SM is offering new customers five (5) vouchers worth 25% off each trip, up to a maximum discount of 100 DKK per ride throughout the Grand Launch period from July 30 to September 30, 2026.
Richard Nabil Chahine, CEO of Green SM Europe, said: "Cities shape the future of mobility long before companies do. Copenhagen is one of those cities. That is why beginning our European journey here carries special meaning for Green SM. We come with deep respect for the standards already established here, drawing on what we have learned from serving millions of journeys across Asia. Our ambition is simple: to become a trusted mobility partner by delivering safe, professional and fully electric journeys that people can rely on every day. If we earn that trust, growth will naturally follow."
Green SM's expansion into Europe reflects the company's long-term approach to international growth. Rather than prioritising rapid expansion, Green SM focuses on building well-structured local operations, adapting its services to local market needs, and earning trust through consistently reliable service.
With its fully electric fleet and low-emission operating model, Green SM hopes to contribute to Denmark's long-standing ambitions for more sustainable mobility while providing another practical transport choice for everyday journeys.
Founded in Vietnam in 2023, Green SM currently operates in Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, the Philippines, India and Kazakhstan. Through its fully electric fleet, technology platform and consistent operating standards, the company is steadily expanding internationally while adapting its services to local market needs.
Hashtag: #GreenSM
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
At a glance
- Company
- Green SM
- Announcement
- Expansion
- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
Key figures
- Launch vouchers per new customer
- five (5)
- Discount per trip
- 25%
- Maximum discount per ride
- 100 DKK
- Grand Launch period
- July 30 to September 30, 2026
- Year founded
- 2023
People
- Richard Nabil ChahineCEO of Green SM Europe
- Do Quang ThaiFirst Secretary of the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in the Kingdom of Denmark