Mitsubishi Fuso and Foxconn Name New Joint Venture Fuso Bus Co Ltd

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) announced on July 6, 2026, that the new bus company it will jointly establish with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) will be officially named Fuso Bus Co Ltd The announcement marks another milestone in the collaboration first outlined earlier this year, as both partners continue preparations for establishing a dedicated bus manufacturing business focused on domestic and international markets.

Fuso Bus is scheduled to be established during the second half of 2026. The company will be headquartered in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, while its production operations will be based in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture, Japan, utilizing the existing Mitsubishi Fuso Bus Manufacturing Co Ltd facility. Both MFTBC and Foxconn will each own a 50% stake in the new business, reflecting an equal partnership in its operations and future development.

The new company will be responsible for developing, manufacturing, marketing, and providing after-sales services for both internal combustion engine (ICE) buses and Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) buses. Its products are intended to serve customers in both domestic and international markets, supporting a broad portfolio that includes conventional and next-generation commercial transportation solutions.

MFTBC and Foxconn also introduced the planned corporate identity for Fuso Bus, including its official logo, executive leadership structure, and long-term corporate vision. These announcements build upon the Final Agreement on the Establishment of a New Bus Manufacturer in Japan, which both companies revealed on January 22, 2026. Additional information regarding the collaboration will be disclosed as the project progresses.

The newly unveiled corporate logo symbolizes the trust developed over many years while expressing the company's commitment to shaping the future of bus mobility. The left portion incorporates the letter "F," representing the company's name, while the right side resembles the letter "b" for bus and forms an arrow that points toward the future, emphasizing forward-looking growth and innovation.

Under the proposed executive structure, Katsuto Kora will serve as Chief Executive Officer, while Junichi Yamamoto will assume the positions of Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Their appointments are intended to lead the new organization through its establishment and future business expansion.

The corporate vision for Fuso Bus is "One journey, infinite stories." According to the announcement, this vision reflects the nearly century-long heritage of the FUSO brand across numerous international markets while expressing the company's aspirations to create value and opportunities for future generations through continued innovation in bus transportation.

The collaboration remains subject to the completion of required approvals from the respective boards of directors, shareholders, and relevant regulatory authorities. Once these approvals are obtained, the companies expect to finalize the transaction and continue announcing additional details regarding the scope and implementation of their joint venture.

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What is Fuso Bus Co Ltd?
Fuso Bus Co Ltd is a new joint venture announced by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation and Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn). The company will be equally owned by both partners and will focus on developing, manufacturing, selling, and servicing both internal combustion engine and zero-emission buses for customers in Japan and international markets. The venture is expected to begin operations following the completion of all required corporate and regulatory approvals.