Fuso trucks has unveiled two new mobility solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of local Filipino businesses.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), in partnership with Centro Manufacturing Corporation (CMC), proudly launched the two new purpose-built body applications for the Fuso Canter—the F-resh Van and F-Lift.

The F-resh Van is fully Japanese-designed and Japanese-engineered, ensuring superior durability and performance. Nippon Fruehauf’s refrigerated van bodies are recognized internationally for their quality and have passed the stringent Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) tests, confirming their reliability in demanding operations. The F-resh Van also uses high-quality, eco-friendly materials—specifically, Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) for excellent insulation and aluminum sheet panels that are recyclable and environmentally safe. The F-resh Van boasts of trusted Japanese Quality, yet is also locally manufactured by Centro Manufacturing Corporation, maintaining quality while also providing jobs to Filipino workers.

To support consistent and efficient cooling, the unit is equipped with the C-Temp system with a Japanese brand compressor known for stable performance and energy efficiency. Customers also enjoy the assurance of a comprehensive warranty coverage of 2 years or 100,000 km (whichever comes first), providing long-term confidence and support for cold-chain operations.

The newly introduced F-Lift combines the proven reliability and durability of the Fuso Canter with the trusted performance of Tadano’s Japanese crane technology. Tadano cranes are globally regarded for their unmatched reliability and engineering, making the F-Lift a reliable solution for Filipino businesses requiring efficient and consistent lifting capabilities.

The F-Lift is engineered to deliver superior lifting performance while maximizing operator and load safety through its advanced safety systems. Its lightweight aluminum drop-side body increases payload capacity, enhancing overall fuel efficiency. The corrosion-resistant construction minimizes long-term maintenance needs and keeps the unit looking new for years. Combining durable build quality with Tadano’s proven crane technology, the F-Lift offers an exceptional long-term investment for heavy-duty, high-frequency operations.

Customers benefit from a comprehensive warranty of 1 year or 20,000 km (whichever comes first) for both the body and crane, ensuring long-term confidence and dependable after-sales support.

The announcement follows a major development in the local lifting-equipment landscape. Tadano Ltd. Japan has officially appointed Centro as its authorized Philippine dealer for truck-mounted cranes. This new dealership role allows Centro to integrate Tadano crane systems seamlessly into Fuso platforms and other commercial vehicle applications, ensuring customers receive high-performance, safe, and durable lifting solutions backed by local service support.

“Our partnership with Centro is built on trust and a shared goal, to give Filipino businesses access to world-class lifting technology,” said Amon Hanaoka of Tadano Ltd. Japan. “By combining Tadano’s precision engineering with Centro’s deep manufacturing capability, we are confident that the F-lift will set new standards in reliability for the construction industry.”

The F-lift brings together Tadano’s advanced load-handling systems and safety features with Centro’s proven craftsmanship in specialized truck body fabrication. This collaboration ensures the product responds directly to the operational conditions faced by contractors, builders, utilities, and industrial companies across the country, particularly those needing dependable lifting equipment for increasingly complex and fast-paced projects.

Centro Manufacturing Corporation President Raphael Juan highlighted the significance of the partnership in supporting national development.

“Tadano is a world leader in crane technology, and being appointed as their Philippine dealer is a major milestone for Centro,” Juan shared. “The F-lift is a testament to what strong partnerships can achieve. By integrating Tadano cranes onto Fuso platforms with Centro engineering, we are delivering a solution built specifically for the Philippine construction sector.”

For Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation, the partnership enhances Fuso’s commitment to providing complete business solutions.

“The F-lift strengthens Fuso’s position in supporting industries that are vital to nation-building,” said Yosuke Nishi, President & CEO of Sojitz Fuso Philippines. “Working with Centro and Tadano allows us to bring to market a product that combines Japanese engineering excellence with Filipino manufacturing expertise. This is exactly the kind of collaboration that drives progress.”

The Fuso F-lift is expected to play a key role in meeting the increasing demand for safe and efficient crane trucks driven by the government’s infrastructure initiatives and private sector expansion. With the Centro–Tadano partnership now formalized, customers can expect a broader range of crane solutions, improved after-sales support, and better access to globally trusted lifting technology.

As the construction sector continues to grow, the combined strengths of Fuso, Centro, and Tadano position the F-lift as a strategic, reliable, and future-ready solution—one built through partnership and designed for Philippine progress.