Fuso-CFCI tie-up rolls out refrigerated van for Philippines market

The Philippine Star

December 26, 2025 | 12:00am

MANILA, Philippines —  Centro Nippon Fruehauf Cooltech Inc. (CFCI), in partnership with Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corp. proudly introduces the Fuso F-resh Refrigerated Van — a cold-chain solution born from the fusion of Japanese engineering excellence and Filipino manufacturing expertise. Mounted on the reliable Fuso Canter FE71, the F-resh Ref Van is designed to meet the growing demands of the Philippines’ food, pharmaceutical and logistics industries with unmatched efficiency, durability, and sustainability.

The F-resh Ref Van is a product of the long-standing collaboration between CFCI and Sojitz Fuso, combining Fuso’s trusted chassis platform with the precision-engineered refrigerated body technology of Nippon Fruehauf Japan.

Recognized globally for its superior performance, Nippon Fruehauf’s design has passed the stringent Japanese Industrial Standard tests — ensuring that the F-resh delivers exceptional strength, insulation and long-term reliability.

“This new F-resh Van demonstrates what a strong partnership can accomplish,” said Jun Dumlao, general manager of Centro Nippon Fruehauf Cooltech Inc. “Fuso provides a rock-solid base with the Canter FE71, while CFCI brings world-class refrigerated body craftsmanship guided by Japanese design standards. Together, we are giving Filipino businesses a premium, dependable cold-chain solution they can trust every day.”

Ensuring steady and efficient cooling performance is the C-Temp refrigeration system, equipped with a Japanese-brand compressor recognized for consistent temperature control and energy efficiency. This guarantees that meats, produce, pharmaceuticals and other sensitive cargo remain protected even under the Philippines’ harsh tropical climate.

“Our mission is to safeguard every delivery,” Dumlao added. “From the insulation materials to the cooling components, every part of the F-resh Van is engineered to keep products fresh, stable and secure. Businesses that rely on the cold chain deserve a solution that performs without compromise.”

To reinforce customer confidence, the F-resh Ref Van includes a comprehensive two-year or 100,000 km warranty, ensuring strong after-sales support and long-term operational value. This warranty, made possible through the CFCI–Fuso partnership, underscores both companies’ commitment to reliability and customer success.

By merging Fuso’s dependable platform with CFCI’s Japanese-standard refrigerated body technology, the F-resh Ref Van sets a new benchmark for cold-chain mobility in the Philippines.