MDPPA Inducts 2026 Board of Directors and Committee Heads

Stepping into a year of pivotal growth, the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) has ushered in a new era of leadership. The association recently inducted its 2026 officers, rallying the industry under the banner: “Moving Forward Beyond the Current Challenges, Sustaining Industry Leadership.” The new term focuses on resilience and innovation within the Philippine motorcycle sector.

The ceremony was headlined by Honorable Ramon G. Reyes, DOTr Undersecretary for Road Transport and Non-Infrastructure, who served as the keynote speaker. Highlighting the government’s support for the sector, Undersecretary Reyes presided over the induction of the 2026 executive board: Mr. Erwin D. Estrada (Honda Phils., Inc.) as President; Mr. Romeo B. Tan (Yamaha Motors Philippines Inc.) as Vice President; Mr. Norminio C. Mojica (Suzuki Philippines, Incorporated) as Treasurer; and Mr. Alexander A. Cumpas (Kawasaki Motor (Phils) Corporation) as Auditor.

The Committee Chairmen who were also instated were Mr. Toni Boi Acuesta (Yamaha) for Marketing, Mr. Raymund Cristobal (Honda) for Road Safety, Mr. Richard Paul Natividad (Kawasaki) for Technical and Atty. Ricardo Brazal (Suzuki) for Government and Gilmar de Castro (MDPPA) for Research & Planning Committee.

Previous President Mr. Alexander A. Cumpas reflected on the association’s milestones during the 2024–2025 term, attributing these successes to the collective synergy of the member-manufacturers. He noted that these achievements serve as a definitive blueprint for the future—a foundation designed to ignite further action and align perfectly with this year’s vision of sustained industry leadership.

While on the welcome speech of Mr. Mojica, 2026 MDPPA Treasurer, he noted that, “Today’s induction ceremony is anchored to its theme with a strong statement to our collective resolve. From the great year in 2025 wherein we have set another history of achieving unprecedented sales targets, we look forward to another promising chapter in the motorcycle industry.”

Incoming President Mr. Estrada outlined the association’s 2026 strategic roadmap, prioritizing proactive engagement in international policy-making and rule-setting to bring the joy of mobility and comfort to the Filipino riders. His tenure will focus on intensifying road safety initiatives, expanding membership and boosting the MDPPA’s public profile. “With the continued support of our members, the partnership and collaboration with government agencies and the trust of the public, I am confident that we can elevate our industry and contribute meaningfully to national progress, bringing the joy of mobility and comfort to every Filipino Family.”

Mr. Estrada further expanded the association’s mandate by introducing a focus on active collaboration with both local and international automotive associations. A highlight of this global outreach includes the MDPPA hosting the prestigious FAMI Conference first quarter of this year.

The event was graced by distinguished guests from the government, MDPPA membercompanies presidents, members of the motorcycle media and key officers of MDPPA member companies.

About MDPPA

The Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) is the country’s mostrelevant association proactive to the needs of stakeholders in the country’s motorcycle industry. MDPPA members include leading motorcycle manufacturers: Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha.. Among themany goals of MDPPA is addressing the global industry gaps in road safety, regulation compliance, environmental protection, technology, and innovation through active consultation, representation, andcommunication with various stakeholders.

One of the most recent initiatives of MDPPA is the Tropang MAALAM (Tropang Modelo, Alerto, Aktibo,Ligtas, Aalalay, at Matalino) campaign, which aims to promote rider safety through education, awareness,and training.

To learn more about the various advocacies of MDPPA, visit https://mdppa.site/ or join the MDPPA community by following @MDPPA.Official on Facebook.

credit: MDPPA