CENTRAL ROMANA FIGURES HONORED POSTHUMOUSLY FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE MECHANIZATION OF DOMINICAN AGRICULTURE
Alfonso “Alfy” Fanjul, Eduardo Martínez Lima, and Fausto Eduardo Feliciano received posthumous tributes during the celebration of IMCA’s 80th anniversary as an authorized John Deere distributor in the Dominican Republic.
La Romana. – During the commemoration of 80 years of John Deere agricultural equipment in the Dominican Republic, distributed by IMCA throughout the country since its introduction, posthumous tributes were paid to Alfonso “Alfy” Fanjul, Eduardo Martínez Lima, and Fausto Eduardo Feliciano Amparo. Their careers and contributions form an important part of Central Romana Corporation’s history of growth and agricultural modernization.
The event was led by Pedro Esteva, President and CEO of IMCA, and brought together representatives from the Dominican agro-industrial and business sectors. The honors were accepted by the families of the distinguished honorees: José Fanjul Jr., President of Central Romana; Eduardo Martínez-Lima Gonzalvo, Executive Vice President; and Eduardo Feliciano, Assistant Vice President of Mechanical Operations at the company.
Pedro Esteva highlighted the importance of technology in advancing more efficient agricultural practices and reaffirmed IMCA and John Deere’s commitment to continuing to support Dominican producers in modernizing their operations to strengthen productivity and competitiveness.
Luciana Mundani, John Deere’s Director of Hispanic Sales, also attended the celebration. She emphasized that the eight-decade partnership with IMCA has been strategically significant, built on shared business values centered on quality, leadership, and reliable customer support.
As part of its most recent technological modernization efforts, Central Romana has invested approximately US$50 million in agricultural mechanization. The company operates a fleet of 378 specialized machines, including sugarcane harvesters, loaders, and tractors for hauling cane wagons, strengthening its operational capacity through technologies that help improve the efficiency and productivity of agricultural operations.
“At Central Romana, we remain focused on strengthening our sugarcane cutting and hauling operations through investments in technology and mechanization that allow us to move toward increasingly efficient and sustainable processes. This effort is part of our long-term commitment to developing a modern, competitive, and responsible agro-industry,” said José “Pepe” Fanjul Jr., President of Central Romana Corporation.
The company continues to incorporate state-of-the-art John Deere tractors and harvesters equipped with satellite positioning systems, automated steering, and intelligent sensors. These technologies help optimize sugarcane harvesting operations and further modernize the company’s processes throughout the sugar harvest season.
The tributes honored the legacy of three individuals who helped shape Central Romana’s history spanning more than a century, marked by innovation, strong management, and the development of the Dominican sugarcane industry.
About the Honorees
Alfonso “Alfy” Fanjul dedicated more than six decades to the sugar industry, playing a fundamental role in the international expansion of the family’s businesses. In 1984, the family acquired a majority interest in Central Romana, marking a particularly significant milestone in his business career. His long-term vision and deep understanding of agricultural operations were guided by a management philosophy that placed employees and communities among the company’s foremost responsibilities.
Eduardo Martínez Lima joined Central Romana as a chemical engineer at the sugar mill and went on to build a career spanning more than five decades. During this time, he rose to the corporation’s highest leadership positions, serving as Executive Vice President, member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, and eventually becoming part of Central Romana Corporation’s Board of Shareholders. Through his executive responsibilities, he contributed to the company’s planning, growth, and diversification, supporting its evolution from a primarily sugar-producing operation into a diversified business organization.
Fausto Eduardo Feliciano built an extensive career in Central Romana’s mechanical operations, distinguishing himself through his ability to develop technical solutions for agricultural machinery. Among his contributions were the assembly of tractors using components salvaged from other equipment, as well as innovations that helped improve the efficiency of the company’s agricultural operations.