Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has opened a regional training centre in Dubai for its Middle East and Africa (MEA) dealer and distributor network. Fuso Academy Dubai commenced operations on 1 July 2026, following MFTBC’s transition to a standalone entity within the Archion Group.

The 362-square-metre facility houses two classrooms equipped for electric vehicle training, a sales and soft skills training room, and an electronics laboratory for diagnostics and electrical systems work. It delivers a mix of classroom and hands-on practical training.

The centre covers zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) readiness alongside diagnostic and service skills, serving technicians, service advisors, sales staff and management. As MEA fleets advance towards electrification, the ability to service and repair ZEVs is becoming a practical requirement for network operators.

The academy’s creation follows MFTBC’s separation from Daimler Truck AG and the formation of the Archion Group on 1 April 2026, after which MFTBC adopted a standalone regional model. Building dedicated training capacity at this point reflects the truckmaker’s intent to develop its own operational foundations as an independent entity.

Training standards are set by Fuso Academy, MFTBC’s global training headquarters, with programmes tailored to the specific conditions of the MEA market. The approach gives local operators consistent technical foundations while preparing them for newer vehicle technologies, including ZEVs.

Source: Fuso