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Suzuki breaks ground on Laguna facility expansion

Integrated parts warehouse, training center, and office facility added

Published Apr 16, 2026 02:26 pm

At A Glance

  • Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH) is expanding its facilities in Calamba, Laguna with a new integrated parts warehouse, service training center, and office facility located adjacent to their existing facilities and factory in Carmelray Industrial Park 1.
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH) is expanding its facilities in Calamba, Laguna. The integrated automobile, motorcycle, and marine engine manufacturer has officially broken ground on its latest facility expansion.
This expansion will house a new integrated parts warehouse, service training center, and office facility located adjacent to their existing facilities and factory in Carmelray Industrial Park 1. This marks a key milestone in the company’s continued expansion and long-term development in the Philippines.
Suzuki personnel with key representatives from local government units, partner organizations, and project stakeholders at the groundbreaking.
Suzuki personnel with key representatives from local government units, partner organizations, and project stakeholders at the groundbreaking.
The project represents a total investment of approximately ₱900 million, reinforcing Suzuki’s commitment to strengthening its aftersales operations, enhancing dealer network support, and improving organizational efficiency across its automobile, motorcycle, and marine businesses. The upcoming facility will serve as a centralized hub that integrates parts warehousing and distribution, technical training, and corporate office operations. It is designed to improve inventory management and parts availability, accelerate service support for dealers nationwide, and provide a more streamlined working environment for sales, logistics, and administrative functions.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by key representatives from local government units, partner organizations, and project stakeholders, including Vice Mayor Antonino Aurelio of Rizal, Laguna, representing Governor Sol Aragones; Executive Assistant Abel Landicho, representing Mayor Ross Rizal; Canlubang Barangay Captain Larry Dimayuga; the Carmelray Group led by its Managing Director, Ms. Maria Rosario “Charrie” Yulo, together with Director Ramon Z. Yulo and Francisco “Chito” S. Zaldarriaga, President of Carmelray Industrial Park I Association; representatives from CCT Constructors Corporation including President Kaname Futaki, Building Construction General Manager Hidekatsu Senoo, and Building Engineering General Manager Yoshihisa Hatano; key business partners, as well as members of the media.
Koichiro Hirao, President of Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH)
Koichiro Hirao, President of Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH)
“This groundbreaking ceremony symbolizes more than just a construction project but laying the foundation for the bright future of Suzuki in the Philippines,” said Koichiro Hirao, President of Suzuki Philippines Incorporated. “This project stands as a powerful reflection of our vision - our commitment to progress, innovation, and long-term growth. Of strengthening our capabilities, expanding our reach, and creating greater value.”
Beyond operational enhancements, the project is also expected to contribute to economic activity and community development in the CALABARZON region, generating employment opportunities and supporting local industries and surrounding communities.
“It represents new opportunities - for jobs, for local businesses and for the community that surrounds us. It contributes to economic activity, supports livelihoods and helps build a stronger, more resilient environment where progress can be shared by many,” Hirao said.
Despite ongoing industry challenges, Suzuki Philippines emphasized its continued commitment to investment and development as a driver of long-term growth.
“Even in times of uncertainty, we remain committed to growth, to development, and to build something meaningful for the future,” he added.
Construction is scheduled to begin in May 2026, with operations expected to commence by August 2027.
Once completed, the integrated facility is expected to further strengthen Suzuki Philippines’ aftersales ecosystem by improving parts availability, enhancing dealer training capability, and supporting more efficient corporate and operational coordination — ultimately contributing to a more seamless customer ownership experience.
“Let us build not just structures, but lasting impact,” Hirao concluded.

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