Bertrand Lessard, managing director, Ford Philippines, led the groundbreaking ceremonies for Ford Marikina. Joining him were (from left to right) Engr. Erickson Salanguit, Senior Project Manager, ELS Consultancy; Arch. Jose Siao Ling, Principal Architect, Jose Siao Ling & Associates; Eaton Ong, CEO, ILO Construction Inc.; Ramon B. Manzana, Chairman, MOS Autosolutions, Inc.; Bert Lessard, Managing Director, Ford Philippines; Ponchi Santos, Chief of Staff, Tourism Head, Marikina City; Rodel Gallega, VP for Marketing and Sales, Ford Philippines; and Jedrik O. Manzana, President, MOS Autosolutions, Inc.
Ford Philippines continues to expand its presence in the country by breaking ground for another dealership. Ford Marikina is the newest Ford facility that is set to open by the fourth quarter of this year.
Ford Marikina is touted to be one of the biggest dealerships in the country with a total area of over 5,000sq.m. It will boast of an 8-car showroom, a 26 bay service facility, and a 3 bay interactive area.
The last feature is the newest attraction of Ford showrooms. The Marikina dealership will be the first of its kind to follow the global branding guidelines set by Ford Motor Company. The interactive bays will allow customers to get to know their vehicle in a more interactive manner. It utilizes the power of technology to give a rich customer experience.
Ford Marikina will open by the fourth quarter of 2018.