FUSO Bolsters Strategic Commercial Vehicle Position through ARCHION

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) and Hino Motors Ltd. (Hino) have announced the name of its new parent holding company, “ARCHION,” which is scheduled to begin operations on April 1, 2026. This marks a bold step toward advancing quality, sustainability, and customer-focused transportation solutions.

The name “ARCHION” captures the essence of arches, symbolizing the connection between the company and its stakeholders. The element ‘eons’ reflects the creation of the future of transportation, paving the way for a better life for generations to come.

Moving forward in bringing the shared vision to life, Mr. Karl Deppen has been appointed as the Representative Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ARCHION. Prior to this appointment, he served as President and CEO of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation. Mr. Deppen reaffirmed the company’s commitment, stating, “With ARCHION, we aim to deliver the future of commercial mobility for the benefit of our customers and all stakeholders. We will provide superior products and solutions that meet our customers’ needs and implement an effective governance model to build trust through transparency, compliance, and improved financial performance.

Mr. Hetal Laligi, designated Representative Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of ARCHION on the financial roadmap: “Our financial ambition for the new Group is rooted in a clear strategy: unlocking the full potential of this integration by realizing synergies and growth opportunities, while continuously working to improve the standalone performance of both companies. We aim to elevate financial resilience and performance to peer benchmark level. Capital allocation in line with this strategy will enable sustainable value creation.”

ARCHION’s brands will thoroughly discuss how to synergize its heavy-, medium-, and light-duty vehicle platforms to enhance product competitiveness, improve cost efficiency, and enable timely product launches. Furthermore, utilizing models from both brands ensures a more comprehensive product portfolio for customers, while maintaining the characteristics of each brand.

In the area of connected mobility, Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino will improve solution offerings while effectively utilizing fleet data for better customer value. The two companies will actively pursue the integration and streamlining of development, procurement, production, and logistics to support the shared platform strategy, significantly boosting business efficiency through optimal allocation and efficient use of resources.

ARCHION plans to consolidate its domestic truck manufacturing bases to three locations by the end of 2028, streamlining production and eliminating redundancies.

As ARCHION advances its vision of “delivering the future of commercial mobility,” Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) will align its goals with ARCHION’s mission, ensuring the delivery of innovative, efficient, and sustainable commercial mobility solutions to the Philippine market. This commitment underscores SFP’s dedication to supporting the evolution of mobility in the country while meeting the needs of Filipino businesses and communities.

Reference: https://www.mitsubishi-fuso.com/en/news-main/press-release/2025/10/09/integration-mitsubishi-fuso-hino-motors/

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