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Suzuki Philippines Incorporated is expanding and has recently broken ground for the construction of its Integrated Parts Warehouse, Service Training Center and Office Facilities in Carmelray Industrial Park 1 in Laguna.
More than P900-million has been earmarked for the project which is scheduled for construction starting this May and is expected to be finished by August next year.
“This groundbreaking ceremony symbolizes more than just a construction project but laying the foundation for the bright future of Suzuki in the Philippines.
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,” Koichiro Hirao, President of Suzuki Philippines Incorporated.
Hirao added that the project also “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.”
This reinforced Suzuki’s commitment to strengthen 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.
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.
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 Gov. Sol Aragones; Executive Assistant Abel Landicho, representing Mayor Ross Rizal; Canlubang barangay captain Larry Dimayuga; the Carmelray Group led by its managing director 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.
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. Let us build not just structures, but lasting impact,” Hirao also said.
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.
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated is a wholly-owned Japanese multinational firm highly recognized in the automotive industry. The company specializes in the manufacture and sale of motorcycles and the distribution of compact vehicles and outboard motors. Suzuki has established its reputation worldwide for quality, versatility, and innovation, and has created a heritage of trust and reliability. www.suzuki.com.ph