Ecotrans Car Rentals began on May 19, 1994 with the purchase of a second-hand Mitsubishi L-300 Versa Van from Manila. On May 25, 1994 the first official booking of the company was recorded. Initially, convincing clients to patronize the company was difficult considering the limited resources and experience of the company. Complaints received were that our van was old and the aircon was not as strong as in the newer vans. Yet, the company overcame these initial hurdles and moved on to bigger projects.

The company’s first big break came about with the implementation of the design phase of the Davao airport expansion project. This was undertaken by DMJM International (a Multi-National Company based in the United States). Through no easy effort the company was awarded a contract to provide one sedan for the lead project consultant for a month or two. Eventually, the contract lasted for more than two years and involved a service requiring six vehicles for most of that time.

After this initial project, the company was able to secure other projects with a number of multinational firms over the years. The fleet has grown from a single van in 1994 to as many as 25 vehicles of various makes and models. These vehicles range from a basic Toyota Altis Sedan to a Toyota Hi-lux 4WD Double Cab Pick-up all the way up to a Toyota Hi Ace Grandia Van. The company presently has 31 employees to serve the needs of our clients. The choice of vehicles has basically been dictated by the needs of our various clients. Our clients have come from diverse fields, the mining industry, the construction industry and even the pharmaceutical industry to name a few.

Over the years, the company has evolved into a transportation arm for a number of corporate entities. However, we still continue to serve clients from the tourism industry. In fact, the company operates a shuttle service for one of the popular international resorts in Davao. As of today, the company has sold off it’s older vehicles but, continues to be able to support a large number of bookings at one time. In fact, we have operated as many as 100 vehicles over a number of days. This is due to a number of non-pool vehicles that have become affiliated with the company.

We have always endeavored to be a truly service oriented company. Our motto, “Travel With More For Less” is the embodiment of our desire to give our clients their most comfortable experience in terms of travelling by land. In the near future, we hope to become the standard by which all other car rental companies are measured. From there we look to offer our brand of service not only to the rest of Mindanao but, to the rest of the Philippines and the world as well.

The Management Team

CAPT. RONALD C. GO, General Manager
Ronald Go is a pilot by profession. He began his flying career in the Philippine Air Force, resigning after serving the compulsory term of service. He graduated from the Philippine Military Academy in 1985 with Magna Cum Laude honors. He is an entrepreneur by heart, and began Ecotrans in 1994 by availing of a personal loan. He and the management team have built the company into what it is today. In 1999, he spearheaded the creation of 7 Peaks Corporation. This is a corporation, which operates a purified water refilling station. He is presently president of the said corporation. He is also president of ‘G’ Security, which is a security agency based in Pampanga in Luzon.

MIGUEL E. CRUZ III, Operations Manager
Miguel Cruz graduated from the University of Mindanao in 1992 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has been with the company since its inception starting as an assistant to the manager. With his experience through the years he has been given various positions of responsibility culminating with his present position as operations manager. He has also gained vast experience in the realm of network marketing having been a leader in a number of multi-level marketing companies through the years.

SHIRAMIL C. GO, Finance & Administration Manager
Shiramil Go graduated from the Ateneo de Davao University with a degree in Business Administration, with a major in Marketing in 1988. After graduation, she joined the Security Bank and Trust Company here in Davao City. Beginning as a bank teller she worked her way up to the position of Assistant Manager. She resigned from the bank in December of 1999 as the Area Accounting Unit Head. She now handles the finances of Ecotrans and maintains the books of the 7 Peaks Corporation. She is responsible for improving and computerizing the financial records of the company.

ANTHONY A. DACANAY. Operations Facilitator/Consultant
Anthony Dacanay is a product of both the Philippine Military Academy and the University of Santo Tomas. He has had vast experience in managerial positions. He has been involved in the freight forwarding and customs brokerage business since his university days. He even put up his own forwarding company in 1994. His services have been tapped by Ecotrans considering his interest and passion in maintaining vehicles. He is responsible for securing some of the company’s present contracts in Manila and basically oversees the operations of the company thereat.