The next phase of the integration between Japanese truck and bus giants Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso has been unveiled with the creation of their new holding company, Archion.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Archion will officially begin operations on 1 April 2026, bringing together two of the most established names in commercial vehicle manufacturing.
While both brands will continue to operate independently, the merger’s core ambition is to “deliver the future of commercial mobility”, with a strong emphasis on customer service, operational efficiency and sustainable transport innovation. For those in the service and repair sectors, this collaboration could mean enhanced parts availability, streamlined production, and improved access to shared technologies.
Archion’s “Integrated Platform Strategy” will combine engineering and production expertise from both companies. This unified approach aims to optimise product design and performance, reduce production complexity, and accelerate new technology development. By the end of 2028, production in Japan will be consolidated into three key facilities, improving supply stability and service reliability for vehicle owners and repair partners alike.
Karl Deppen, currently CEO of Mitsubishi Fuso and soon to lead Archion, said: “We are now taking the next step to bring our shared vision to life: With Archion, we aim to ‘deliver the future of commercial mobility’ for the benefit of our customers and all stakeholders.”
Future CFO Hetal Laligi added: “Our financial ambition for the new Group is rooted in a clear strategy: Unlocking the full potential of this integration by realising synergies and growth opportunities.”
Satoshi Ogiso, current Hino CEO and future Chief Technology Officer of Archion, said: “First and foremost, we are committed to putting our customers at the centre of everything we do to drive customer business success.”
In South Africa, Hino will continue operating independently, focusing on customer satisfaction and service quality. “Our focus will be on retaining and building on our leadership in the Southern African market,” said Anton Falck, Vice President of Hino South Africa.
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Staff Writer
Reporting from the front lines of the collision repair industry, delivering expert analysis and the technical updates that drive the African automotive sector forward.
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