Powering Innovation in Clark: Taiwan Forum Highlights Luzon’s “Ready Now” Industrial Gateway

 

Taipei, Taiwan — Filinvest Land Inc. and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), in partnership with MECO, successfully held “Powering Innovation: Investment Opportunities in Clark” on April 25, 2025, at the Howard Hotel in Taipei. The forum brought together Taiwanese conglomerates, trade representatives, and key stakeholders from sectors such as light manufacturing, semiconductors, solar, and renewable energy, with the goal of exploring investment opportunities in one of the Philippines’ most ambitious and future-ready developments—Clark.

BCDA President and CEO Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang led the forum with a compelling presentation on the growing competitiveness of Clark as a destination for global industry. He underscored the area’s world-class infrastructure, multi-modal connectivity via Clark International Airport and Subic Port, and the vast opportunities in 뉴 클락 시티, a 9,450-hectare smart, green metropolis in the making. This is also where Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City (FIP-NCC) is strategically located—at the heart of the Luzon Economic Corridor.

Dr. Ceferino “Perry” Rodolfo, Undersecretary of the Department of Trade and Industry, elaborated on the CREATE MORE Act, an enhanced tax incentive program designed to attract high-value, innovation-driven foreign investments. Key features include:

  • Long-term income tax holidays
  • Enhanced deductions for R&D, labor, and training
  • Clear and streamlined approval processes
  • Greater policy predictability and support for ecozone locators

Representing Filinvest, Mr. Francis Ceballos, Senior Vice President, introduced Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City as the “ready now” industrial zone, already home to pioneering investors such as StB GIGA, the Philippines’ first LFP battery manufacturer. He emphasized FIP-NCC’s strategic appeal to semiconductor and electronics firms, EV battery and solar component manufacturers, and logistics operators looking for scalable, plug-and-play solutions in the region.

With its robust infrastructure, PEZA accreditation, and future-forward planning, FIP-NCC presents a compelling option for Taiwanese firms aiming to de-risk their operations, diversify regionally, and access the fast-growing ASEAN market.

The forum is part of an ongoing investment promotion drive between the Philippines and Taiwan, strengthening industrial collaboration in the era of decarbonization, supply chain resilience, and technological transformation.

StB GIGA Factory Inauguration Marks Bold New Chapter in Renewable Energy at Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City

New Chapter in Renewable Energy Filinvest Innovation Parks
(From left), poses for a photo opportunity with President of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Australian Ambassador to the Philippines Hae Kyong Yu, BCDA Chairman Thompson Lantion, BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang, along with StB Capital Partners Director and Founding Partner Trevor St. Baker and FDC President and CEO Rhoda Huang (third from right), among others. (Photo courtesy of The BCDA Group)

The StB GIGA Factory, a pioneering development in electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing as the first Lithium Iron Phosphate plant in the Philippines, was officially inaugurated within the first two Ready-Built Factory (RBF) units of the 120-hectare Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City (FIP-NCC). Poised to be a green and digital industrial hub for light to medium manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, cold chain operations, and data centers, FIP-NCC represents the future of sustainable industry in the Philippines.

This highly anticipated event brought together top executives from Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC), the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), and StB Capital Partners (StB GIGA’s mother company in Australia), as well as Australian Ambassador Hae Kyong “HK” Yu, the heads of local government, and President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., who led the momentous occasion.

President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr

A Milestone for Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City

The inauguration of the StB GIGA Factory not only constitutes a significant leap for renewable energy in the Philippines but also marks the emergence of Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City as a leading industrial hub. Offering Grade A Ready-Built Factories, and industrial lots, the park is designed to attract locators engaged in light manufacturing, electronics, e-commerce, logistics, cold chain, food, pharmaceuticals and data center-related operations. With access to a skilled, English-proficient, five million-strong workforce in the Central Luzon region, FIP-NCC is ideally positioned to support the country’s industrial transformation.

The inauguration of the StB GIGA Factory constitutes a significant leap for renewable energy in the Philippines and the emergence of Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City as a leading industrial hub. Offering Grade A Ready-Built Factories, and industrial lots, the park is designed to attract locators engaged in light manufacturing, electronics, e-commerce, logistics, cold chain, food, pharmaceuticals and data center-related operations.

Situated in Central Luzon and boasting access to a skilled, English-proficient, five million-strong workforce, Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City is perfectly positioned to drive the country’s industrial transformation. The inauguration of the StB GIGA Factory underscores these strengths, marking a pivotal moment in sustainable energy and industrial development. With this milestone, the Philippines is set to become a leader in electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy technologies, propelling the nation forward in these critical industries.

A Presidential Vision for Innovation

The event began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by President Marcos, with the latter pressing the symbolic Start button to signify start of the factory’s commercial operations.  Then followed a tour of the StB GIGA Factory, where President Marcos was shown the cutting-edge, future-ready technologies employed at the facility. The President’s keynote address highlighted the significance of this investment in the EV battery sector, calling it a bold and transformative step toward a sustainable future. He lauded the swift and collaborative efforts of both public and private sectors for the rapid establishment of the factory, operating just six months after the signing of the MOU during the Philippine Business Forum in Melbourne earlier this year.

President Marcos emphasized that the StB GIGA Factory, the first Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery manufacturing plant in the Philippines, positions the country as a key player in the global clean energy movement. He projected the factory’s full operational capacity by 2030, which will generate an estimated 5 billion pesos in annual revenue and create 2,500 quality jobs. The factory is expected to produce 2 gigawatt hours of batteries annually—enough to power 18,000 EVs or over 500,000 home battery systems. The President also underscored the Philippines’ growing reputation as a hub for high-tech, high-impact investments, encouraging global entrepreneurs and industry leaders to consider the Philippines as their next investment destination.

Global and Local Partnership in Action

Trevor St. Baker, Director and Founding Partner of StB Capital Partners and Chairman of StB GIGA, warmly welcomed the distinguished guests and highlighted the rapid progress of the Philippine business landscape. In his speech, St. Baker underscored the factory’s commitment to doubling its size by 2030 , as initially pledged to the President during a business summit in Melbourne. He also shared exciting plans for expanding StB’s electric trike operations in the Philippines and bringing renewable energy solutions to more cities and islands across the country.

Ambassador HK Yu

Ambassador HK Yu congratulated both Australia and the Philippines for fostering a strategic partnership that goes beyond country-to-country cooperation, extending into business-to-business and people-to-people collaboration. She emphasized that the StB GIGA Factory exemplifies how global partnerships can tackle critical challenges of climate change, and she commended President Marcos for his ongoing support of bilateral initiatives.

VIP Attendees:

Government:

  • President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
  • DTI Secretary Cristina Roque
  • Capas Mayor Roseller Rodriguez
  • SBMA Chairperson Eduardo L Alino
  • CDC Chairperson Edgardo Pamintuan

BCDA:

  • Chairman Thompson Lantion
  • President and CEO Joshua Bingcang

Filinvest:

  • FDC Vice Chairperson Josephine Gotianun-Yap
  • FDC President and CEO Rhoda Huang
  • FLI President and CEO Tristan Las Marias
  • FDCUI President and CEO Eugenio Roxas
  • FLI SVP and Industrial Business Unit Head Francis Ceballos

StB Group:

  • StB Capital Partners Director and Founding Partner Trevor St. Baker
  • StB Capital Partners CEO and Managing Partner Chris Hay
  • StB Capital Partners Board Director Stephen St. Baker
  • StB GIGA President and CEO Dennis Ibarra
  • AMSL Aero CEO Max York
  • PureEVs CEO Paul Johnston

The StB GIGA Factory inauguration at Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City marks the dawn of a new era in sustainable energy and industrial development in the Philippines, setting the stage for the country to lead the charge in EV and clean energy technology across Southeast Asia and beyond.

About Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City

FIP-NCC is a 120-hectare industrial development featuring Grade-A ready-built factories (RBFs) and prime industrial land for lease to modern businesses engaged in light to medium manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, e-commerce, data centers, electronics, and the like. It is part of the 288-hectare smart, resilient, mixed-use metropolis Filinvest New Clark City, a joint-venture of FLI and BCDA.

About Filinvest Land

Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI), a subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC), is one of the country’s leading and multi-awarded full-range property developers. It is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the trading symbol $FLI. Staying true to its mission, FLI continues to build the Filipino dream across the Philippines.

For over 50 years, FLI has built a diverse project portfolio spanning the archipelago, from its core best-value homes, to townships, mixed-use developments, mid-rise and high-rise condominiums, office buildings, shopping centers, and leisure developments.

These include the large-scale townships: Havila (306 hectares), Timberland Heights (677 hectares), and Manna East (60 hectares) in Rizal; Ciudad de Calamba (350 hectares) in Laguna; Palm Estates (51 hectares) in Talisay City, Negros Occidental; and City di Mare, the Lifestyle Capital of Cebu (50 hectares).

FLI owns 20% of Filinvest Alabang, Inc., developer of Filinvest City (244 hectares), South Metro Manila’s premier garden central business district. FLI is also developing two townships in the Clark Freeport Special Economic Zone: Filinvest Innovation Park-New Clark City (288 hectares) and Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City (201 hectares), the latter in partnership with FDC.

Filinvest Showcases Investment Opportunities in New Clark City at Taipei Forum

Filinvest Showcases Investment Opportunities in New Clark City at Taipei Forum
In this photo (L-R): Francis Ceballos (Senior Vice President and Business Unit Head, Filinvest Land Inc.), Steve Chien (Regional Controlling Principal, Keller Williams Philippines), Rowena Naguit (Acting Group Manager, Philippine Economic Zone Authority), Tristan Las Marias (President and CEO, Filinvest Land Inc.), Joshua Bingcang (President and CEO, Bases Conversion and Development Authority), Andrew Gotianun III (Member, Board of Directors, Filinvest Land Inc.), Terry Lin (Investment Officer, Philippine Trade and Investment Center – Taipei)

A distinguished gathering of industry leaders, investors, and government officials took place at the National Chengchi University on July 30 for the FIP-NCC Investment Forum. This significant event, organized by Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI), spotlighted New Clark City and the Filinvest Innovation Park (FIP-NCC) as premier investment destinations for Taiwanese enterprises.

The forum featured esteemed speakers who shared invaluable insights into the Philippines’ investment landscape. Present during the event were Silvestre H. Bello III, Chairman and Resident Representative of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office, who delivered the keynote address; Mr. Terry Lin, Investment Officer of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in Taipei, who talked about the rich array of investment opportunities available in the Philippines, and Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang, BCDA President and CEO, who emphasized its unwavering commitment to developing the area.

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Filinvest Land Inc. President and CEO, Mr. Tristan Las Marias, articulated the company’s vision to develop communities and workspaces that fuel the economy and are dedicated to sustainable development. In a post-forum interview, Mr. Las Marias emphasized the synergy between economic progress and environmental stewardship, specifically highlighting the Filinvest New Clark City and the Filinvest Innovation Park as exemplars of this vision. He stated, “These projects demonstrate our commitment to creating spaces that support both economic vitality and environmental responsibility, setting a new standard for sustainable development.”

Meanwhile, Filinvest Land’s SVP, Francis Ceballos, offered detailed insights into Filinvest New Clark City and Filinvest Innovation Park, highlighting the park’s strategic location, cutting-edge infrastructure, and attractive investment packages. PEZA Group Manager Rowena Torres-Naguit presented the array of incentives available to foreign businesses operating in the Philippines.

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The event garnered substantial interest from attendees, many of whom expressed keen interest in the investment prospects in New Clark City and FIP-NCC.

In addition to the forum, the Filinvest Land-led delegation engaged in several high-level meetings and visits. These included a meeting with the Taipei City Government and visits to key corporations. The delegation also subsequently participated in a study tour of the Kaohsiung Linhai Industrial Park to learn more about the park’s best practices. This initiative strengthened ties with Taiwanese business leaders and underscored the commitment of Filinvest Land Inc. to fostering an environment conducive to international collaboration and investment.

FIP-NCC is a 120-hectare industrial development featuring prime industrial lots and Grade-A ready-built factories (RBFs) for lease to modern businesses engaged in light to medium manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, e-commerce, data centers, electronics, and more. It forms part of the 288-hectare smart, resilient, mixed-use metropolis Filinvest New Clark City, a joint venture between FLI and BCDA.

Filinvest Innovation Park at ONE CLARK Forum

FIP ONE CLARK Forum
Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City, through its business unit head and FLI SVP Francis V. Ceballos, served as one of the keynote speakers at the recently concluded ONE CLARK FORUM of the Economic Journalists Association of the Philippines (EJAP), at the Athletics Stadium of New Clark City, in Capas, Tarlac.

Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City played a key role in the recently concluded ONE CLARK Forum organized by the Economic Journalists Association of the Philippines (EJAP). Francis V. Ceballos, business unit head and Senior Vice President of Filinvest Land Inc. (FLI), served as a keynote speaker at the event held at the Athletics Stadium of New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac.

Ceballos highlighted Filinvest Development Corporation’s (FDC) significant contribution to Clark’s growth through its three major developments: Filinvest Mimosa+, Clark International Airport managed by LIPAD consortium led by FDC, and Filinvest New Clark City, a sophisticated 288-hectare metropolis within the upcoming New Clark City. He discussed the positive economic impact of these existing developments and the anticipated benefits of Filinvest New Clark City, particularly its initial project, Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City, a future-ready industrial hub spurring the township’s progress.

The forum featured a Q&A session with Ceballos alongside other distinguished guests:

  • Joshua Bingcang, President and CEO of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)
  • Noel Manangkil, President and CEO of LIPAD
  • Nancy Paglinawan, Vice President for Administration and Finance of Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC)

EJAP Vice President for Internal Kris Crismundo moderated the session, where the panelists discussed the advantages of Clark projects, investor interests, and updates on ongoing developments. The forum concluded with remarks from EJAP Board Member Elijah Felice Rosales, who expressed his appreciation to both public and private sector partners for their participation. He emphasized the collaborative spirit between journalists seeking the truth and public officials aiming to deliver service.

 

BCDA Chief Underscores Promise of Clark

BCDA President and CEO Engr. Bingcang underscored the importance of the partnership with EJAP, which facilitated a successful event. He expressed gratitude to participating journalists, fellow speakers, and private sector representatives for their presence, reflecting a shared vision for Clark as a premier investment hub and international gateway.

Engr. Bingcang’s presentation outlined future plans benefiting Filipinos, including affordable housing, Clark International Airport expansion, the Clark Integrated Public Transport System, and the Clark National Food Terminal Hub. He also highlighted BCDA’s achievements, including a recent Php1.1 billion remittance to the National Treasury, contributions to the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and partnerships with the Maharlika Investment Corporation. High-impact infrastructure projects like the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway and lifestyle destinations built in collaboration with the private sector, such as Bonifacio Global City, were also mentioned.

Filinvest Innovation Park – New Clark City’s participation in the ONE CLARK Forum demonstrates its commitment to contributing to Clark’s transformation into a thriving economic, industrial, and business center.

Filinvest Innovation Park welcomes STB GIGA, spearheading sustainable manufacturing in New Clark City

Filinvest Innovation Park welcomes STB GIGA, spearheading sustainable manufacturing in New Clark City
IN PHOTO: Mr. Allan Datahan (PEZA Deputy Zone Administrator), Peter Chen (STB GIGA Director), Dennis Ibarra (STB GIGA President and CEO), Francis Ceballos (SVP and Industrial Business Unit Head, Filinvest Land Inc.), Jake Liwanag (Head of Marketing and Promotions, BCDA), Mao Jian (STB GIGA), Carmelo Centeno (General Manager, Filinvest Innovation Parks)


Filinvest Innovation Park in Filinvest New Clark City (FIP-NCC) marked the official turnover of two ready-built factories (RBF) to STB GIGA, the newly established Philippine entity of StBattalion and St. Baker Energy Innovation Fund. This handover signifies the commencement of STB GIGA’s move-in process, paving the way for their EV battery manufacturing facility within the innovative industrial park. 
 

Francis Ceballos, SVP and Industrial Business Unit Head of FLI, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting its potential for job creation: “We are very pleased to welcome STB GIGA to Filinvest Innovation Park. This partnership not only strengthens our commitment to attracting leading sustainable businesses, but also generates substantial employment opportunities for the region, contributing to the overall economic growth of the Philippines.” 

Echoing this sentiment, Dennis Ibarra, President/CEO of STB GIGA, emphasized their dedication to pioneering a new era of sustainable development: “We are grateful for the support and collaboration extended by Filinvest Innovation Park and its partners. With the official handover of these RBF units, we are one step closer to realizing our vision of establishing a world-class EV battery manufacturing facility in the Philippines. This facility will not only cater to the growing demand for electric vehicles but also contribute to a greener, digital, and more sustainable future for the nation.” 

Filinvest New Clark City, a 288-hectare masterplanned development and joint venture between Filinvest Land Inc. and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), is poised to become a thriving hub of economic activity and job opportunities. Its first phase, the Filinvest Innovation Park (FIP), is a testament to this vision. 

Spanning 120 hectares within the larger New Clark City area, FIP-NCC benefits from its strategic location and excellent connectivity. Situated just 30 minutes away from the Clark International Airport and 45 minutes away from the Subic Bay International Seaport, it serves as a pivotal nexus for progress in the northern region of Metro Manila, a mere 90 minutes away. 

One of the standout features of FIP-NCC is its Ready-Built Factory (RBF) compound, designed to cater to the needs of logistics, e-commerce, and light manufacturing locators. The compound will host 10 Prime model RBF units on a spacious 40,000-square meter lot. Each Prime RBF unit, spanning 2,500 square meters, is equipped with essential amenities such as a two-bay loading dock with dock levelers, roll-up doors, an eight-meter ceiling clearance, and a floor load capacity of three tons per square meter. Additionally, they are outfitted with a fire-suppression system to ensure safety and security. 

Emphasizing sustainability, the RBF units are integrated with features such as a rainwater harvesting and recycling system, along with solar panel-ready roofs. Moreover, the park itself is registered with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), granting locators access to various incentives including tax benefits, simplified import-export procedures, and visa facilitation assistance for foreign employees. 

Filinvest New Clark City and its flagship project, Filinvest Innovation Park, epitomize a forward-looking approach to development, fostering growth, sustainability, and connectivity in the heart of the Philippines. 

StB Capital Partners (formerly known as the St. Baker Energy Innovation Fund), parent company of STB GIGA, is an Australian company which invests in early-stage growth companies with disruptive solutions in the energy and e-mobility sectors. The Fund leverages its breadth of experience, both technical and commercial, in these fast-growing markets to create value for companies and generate a meaningful, sustainable return. 

The two RBF units handed over to STB GIGA encompass 5,000 square meters of Grade-A modern industrial space, meticulously designed for seamless integration and immediate operational use by businesses. These state-of-the-art facilities, coupled with Filinvest New Clark City’s strategic location and advanced infrastructure, create an ideal environment for STB GIGA to establish a thriving EV battery production hub. 

The FIP-NCC is located within BCDA’s New Clark City development in Capas, Tarlac. New Clark City is a 9,450-hectare greenfield development inside the Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone positioned to be an inclusive, resilient, sustainable, and smart city. Once fully developed, New Clark City is projected to become the home of over a million residents and provide job opportunities to around 600,000 Filipinos. 

FILINVEST LAND EXPLORES CLARK EXPANSION WITH TAIWAN BUSINESS DELEGATES

FILINVEST LAND EXPLORE CLARK EXPANSION WITH TAIWAN BUSINESS DELEGATES
FLI SVP and Business Unit Head of Industrial & Logistics Francis Ceballos discusses Filinvest’s various major interests across Clark

Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) engaged in strategic discussions with Taiwanese business delegates during their visit to the Philippines, aiming to explore expansion opportunities in the burgeoning region of Clark in Central Luzon.

Led by Francis Ceballos, FLI SVP and Business Unit Head of Industrial & Logistics, the meeting showcased Filinvest’s vast and major interests across all three key areas within Clark – the Clark International Airport, Clark Freeport Zone, and New Clark City. The discussions emphasized the potential synergies and collaborative ventures that could propel both Taiwanese investments and Clark’s development forward, marking a significant step towards fostering stronger economic ties between the Philippines and Taiwan.

With Filinvest’s established presence and expertise in real estate development and infrastructure, exciting possible joint ventures and partnerships that could unfold. This potential collaborative endeavor reflects the shared vision for a dynamic and vibrant business ecosystem in the Philippines.

AIRPORT-NEW CLARK CITY ROAD (ANAR) INSPECTION

AIRPORT-NEW CLARK CITY ROAD (ANAR) INSPECTION
L-R: BCDA President and CEO Engr. Joshua Bingcang, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and BCDA Chairman Delfin Lorenzana. Photo grabbed from The BCDA Group’s official Facebook page

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) recently held an inspection for the Airport-New Clark City Access Road (ANAR), marking a significant milestone in enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth in the region. The event was attended by key executives from BCDA and was graced by the presence of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

The ANAR, spanning 19.8 kilometers, directly links New Clark City to the Clark International Airport (CRK), cutting down travel time from an hour to a mere 20 minutes, toll free. This infrastructure development not only streamlines transportation but also bolsters accessibility for businesses, offering them unprecedented convenience and efficiency.

The ANAR also serves as a vital artery connecting Filinvest Innovation Park, a green and digital industrial hub within New Clark City, to CRK and the Clark Freeport Zone. This seamless connectivity paves the way for increased investment opportunities, job creation, and sustainable development in the region, propelling it towards a brighter future.

Filinvest Innovation Park in New Clark City now open to serve industrial clients

Filinvest Land, BCDA launch Central Luzon’s newest growth hub

FILINVEST INNOVATION PARK NEW CLARK CITY LAUNCHED. (From left) Carmelo Centeno III, Filinvest Innovation Parks General Manager; PEZA Deputy Zone Administrator Allan P. Datahan; Engr. Teresito T. Tiotuyco, Clark Development Corp. Vice President, Engineering Services Group; FDC President & CEO Rhoda A. Huang, BCDA President & CEO Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang, Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) President & CEO Tristan Las Marias; FLI SVP & BU Head for Industrial & Logistics Francis V. Ceballos, and ILO Construction, Inc. President Eaton Ong at the launch of Filinvest Innovation Park New Clark City, including the groundbreaking of the park’s ready-built factory zone.
FILINVEST INNOVATION PARK NEW CLARK CITY LAUNCHED. (From left) Carmelo Centeno III, Filinvest Innovation Parks General Manager; PEZA Deputy Zone Administrator Allan P. Datahan; Engr. Teresito T. Tiotuyco, Clark Development Corp. Vice President, Engineering Services Group; FDC President & CEO Rhoda A. Huang, BCDA President & CEO Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang, Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) President & CEO Tristan Las Marias; FLI SVP & BU Head for Industrial & Logistics Francis V. Ceballos, and ILO Construction, Inc. President Eaton Ong at the launch of Filinvest Innovation Park New Clark City, including the groundbreaking of the park’s ready-built factory zone.

 

 

Full-range property developer Filinvest Land, Inc.–through Filinvest-BCDA Clark, Inc., its joint venture with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)–is accelerating its industrial presence and fortifying its foothold in the booming Central Luzon region with the official launch of its new Filinvest Innovation Park-New Clark City (FIP-NCC) in Capas, Tarlac – the newest growth hub in the heart of Central Luzon.

 

“FIP-NCC represents a significant stride for Filinvest Land as we expand our industrial footprint in Central Luzon. With its state-of-the-art green and digital features, FIP-NCC will provide an ideal environment for logistics, e-commerce, and light manufacturing ventures. We take pride in offering a new asset class that not only supports businesses but also contributes to the local economy’s growth – ready for tomorrow, ready for the world,” stated Tristan Las Marias, Filinvest Land President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

 

FIP-NCC’s Phase 1 was officially launched at a ceremony last Oct. 20, Friday, which included the blessing of the park’s two-story administration building and groundbreaking of the park’s ready-built factory (RBF) zone. Joining Las Marias at the ceremony were Filinvest Development Corp. President and CEO Rhoda A. Huang, BCDA President and CEO Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang; Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Deputy Zone Administrator Allan P. Datahan; and Clark Development Corp. Vice President, Engineering Services Group Engr. Teresito T. Tiotuyco.

 

“Filinvest is one of the first to believe in NCC’s potential as the next economic hub of the Philippines. We are confident that in months and years to come, more locators will see the potential of FIP and the whole of NCC — as it boasts of a strategic location that is both resilient and connected,” said Engr. Bingcang.

 

Covering 60 hectares within Filinvest New Clark City, FIP-NCC (Phase 1) is designed to be a sustainable industrial hub that will play a pivotal role in driving progress in the northern part of Metro Manila. This will be realized via Filinvest Land’s RBFs and built-to-suit units tailored to meet the diverse needs of potential locators.

 

These RBFs (offered in 2,500; 4,000; and 5,000 square meter units) are designed to create a conducive work environment and meet Grade A warehouse specifications, including features such as high ceiling clearance, generous floor load capacity, raised production floors with loading docks, and robust utility infrastructure support, including high-speed Internet access and fire detection & suppression systems.

 

In addition, industrial lots ranging from the standard one (1)-hectare lots up to 11-hectare “mega lots” are available for lease to house larger facilities.

READY FOR NEW LOCATORS: FILINVEST INNOVATION PARK NEW CLARK CITY LAUNCHED. The gateway to the upcoming Filinvest Innovation Park in New Clark City – a joint venture between Filinvest Land and BCDA, and Central Luzon’s newest growth hub.
READY FOR NEW LOCATORS: FILINVEST INNOVATION PARK NEW CLARK CITY LAUNCHED. The gateway to the upcoming Filinvest Innovation Park in New Clark City – a joint venture between Filinvest Land and BCDA, and Central Luzon’s newest growth hub.

Getting to and from FIP-NCC is greatly enhanced by strategic infrastructure links that allow unparalleled access to the rest of Luzon. These include key arteries such as the Airport-NCC Road, which will directly link FIP-NCC to Clark International Airport (operated by Luzon International Premiere Airport Development Corp., composed of FDC, JG Summit Holdings, Inc., Philippine Airport Ground Support Solutions Inc., and Changi Airports Philippines (I) Pte. Ltd.) in 15 to 20 minutes; and the Subic-Clak-Tarlac Expressway-NCC Road, which links NCC to Subic Bay.

 

Furthermore, the entire FIP-NCC is registered as a PEZA ecozone, enabling locators to benefit from tax incentives, streamlined trade processes, and special visa privileges for foreign employees.

 

FIP-NCC is strategically located within the expansive 288-hectare Filinvest New Clark City. This forward-looking and eco-friendly mixed-use township offers a dynamic live-work-play-learn environment in the heart of New Clark City, which is emerging as Capas, Tarlac’s smart, sustainable, and green community.

 

New Clark City, in turn, is located within Clark Special Economic Zone, whose main area is dubbed the Philippines’ first 5G city.

 

FIP-NCC joins the ranks of the Filinvest Technology Park and FIP Ciudad de Calamba in Laguna in the south, reflecting Filinvest Land’s broad and firm commitment to stimulating the country’s economic growth through strategically located innovation parks.

Filinvest Land expands Filinvest Technology Park in Laguna

(From left) Jonathan T. Gotianun, Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) Chairman; Francis V. Ceballos, FLI SVP-Head for Industrial and Logistics; Brgy. Bubuyan Chairperson Madell Donna C. Manaig; Tristan D. Las Marias, FLI President & CEO; PEZA Zone Manager Alex Marasigan; and Brgy. Punta Chairperson Justino P. Carandang join the groundbreaking for the Filinvest Innovation Park Ciudad de Calamba last Aug. 19, Saturday in Calamba City, Laguna.

Filinvest Land expands Filinvest Technology Park in Laguna

Full-range property developer Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) is seeking to bolster its industrial presence and firm up its foothold in the booming Southern Tagalog region with the construction and development of its new 25-hectare Filinvest Innovation Park in Calamba City, Laguna. 

At a ceremony last August 19, FLI broke ground on Filinvest Innovation Park-Ciudad de Calamba (FIP-CDC) in Calamba City’s Barangay Bubuyan. Present were officials from the Calamba City government, Barangays Punta and Bubuyan, and the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA). 

FIP-CDC is an expansion of FLI’s 50-hectare Filinvest Technology Park, a PEZA ecozone established in 2002 in Ciudad de Calamba, a 350-hectare Modern Filipino Hispanic Filinvest townscape. FIP CDC joins FIP New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac as FLI’s concrete commitment to catalyzing the country’s economic growth through its strategically located innovation parks. 

“FIP-CDC marks a significant step forward for FLI as we expand our industrial presence in the Southern Tagalog region. With its cutting-edge green and digital features, FIP-CDC will offer a prime environment for logistics, e-commerce, and light manufacturing locators. We are proud to provide a platform that not only supports businesses but also contributes to the growth of the local economy,” said Tristan Las Marias, FLI President and Chief Executive Officer. 

Upon its completion, FIP-CDC will lease out ready-built factory (RBF) and built-to-suit units catering to prospective locators’ varying requirements. 

FIP CDC’s RBFs are envisioned to meet Grade A warehouse specifications such as higher ceiling clearance and floor load capacity, elevated production floors with loading docks, and superior utilities infrastructure support, including access to high-speed Internet and fire detection & suppression. FIP-CDC RBFs will also have provisions for rooftop solar panels and rainwater harvesting. 

Further, the entire FIP-CDC is a PEZA-registered ecozone, allowing locators to enjoy tax perks, simplified trade procedures, and special visa privileges for foreign employees. 

 


About Filinvest Land 

Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI), a subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC), is one of the country’s leading and multi-awarded full-range property developers. It is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the trading symbol $FLI. Staying true to its mission, FLI continues to build the Filipino dream across the Philippines. 

For over 50 years, FLI has built a diverse project portfolio spanning the archipelago, from its core best-value homes, to townships, mixed-use developments, mid-rise and high-rise condominiums, office buildings, shopping centers, and leisure developments.  

These include the large-scale townships: Havila (306 hectares), Timberland Heights (677 hectares), and Manna East (60 hectares) in Rizal; 시우다드 데 칼람바 (350 hectares) in Laguna; Palm Estates (51 hectares) in Talisay City, Negros Occidental; and City di Mare, the Lifestyle Capital of Cebu (50 hectares). 

FLI owns 20% of Filinvest Alabang, Inc., developer of Filinvest City (244 hectares), South Metro Manila’s premier garden central business district. FLI is also developing two townships in the Clark Freeport Special Economic Zone: Filinvest Innovation Park뉴 클락 시티 (288 hectares) and Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City (201 hectares), the latter in partnership with FDC. 

Filinvest Innovation Park-New Clark City welcomes Australian energy giant St. Baker Energy Innovation Fund through EV battery builder StBattalion as 1st locator

FILINVEST INNOVATION PARK NEW CLARK CITY’S FIRST LOCATOR. The Filinvest Innovation Park New Clark City Ready-Built Factory Complex (Gate and Guardhouse seen here) is set to open its doors to its first locator, Australia’s StBattalion, a manufacturer of electric vehicle batteries. 

Filinvest Innovation Park-New Clark City (FIP-NCC) marked a milestone with the arrival of its inaugural locator, electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer StBattalion, which is keen on taking advantage of the park’s strategic location and growth prospects. 

At a contract signing ceremony on July 17, Monday, at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, the Australia-based StBattalion formalized with FCGC Corporation (a wholly owned subsidiary of full-range property developer Filinvest Land, Inc. [FLI]) its five-year renewable lease of two (2) ready-built factory (RBF) unit, each measuring 2,500 square meters in gross leasable area.  

Present during the lease contract signing ceremony were Tristan Las Marias, FLI President and Chief Executive Officer; Trevor St. Baker, StBattalion Director; Delfin Lorenzana, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) Chairman, and HE HK Yu PSM, Australian Ambassador to the Philippines. 

SVP Francis Ceballos with Ambassador HE HK Yu meeting FDC Chairperson Josephine Gotianun Yap

“Filinvest Innovation Park-New Clark City warmly welcomes StBattalion as its very first locator. Their presence underscores the park’s vision as a leading sustainable business hub,” said Las Marias.  

“At Filinvest, we are committed to building large-scale, integrated projects to become the stage for diverse developments, including businesses that will catalyze progress and employment for the local community,” he added. 

“We are excited to take advantage of the strategic location and growth prospects offered by FIP-NCC. With this partnership, we aim to revolutionize the Philippine transport industry through transportation powered by our high-quality EV batteries,” said St. Baker. 

Lorenzana commented, “The arrival of StBattalion at Filinvest Innovation Park is a testament that New Clark City, along with the whole of Clark, is primed for investments due to its strategic location, vast natural resources, and large pool of human capital. We are excited to welcome StBattalion, whose goal is aligned with ours, which is to enable a sustainable and smart community that contributes to the nation’s social and economic growth.” 

An emerging sustainable hub measuring 120 hectares, FIP-NCC boasts of a strategic location – only 30 minutes away from Clark International Airport (operated by Luzon International Airport Development Corporation, a consortium that includes FLI parent Filinvest Development Corporation), and 45 minutes away from the Subic Bay International Seaport, making it a key progress catalyst north of Metro Manila (only 90 minutes away). 

FIP-NCC’s RBF compound will feature 10 Prime model RBF units to be built on a 40,000-square meter lot tailor-fit for this purpose. 

Each of the 2,500-square meter Prime RBF units is designed for logistics, e-commerce, and light manufacturing locators, with value-adding amenities such as unparalleled accessibility, a build-to-suit option for industrial facilities customization, high-tech communications, and expansive RBF infrastructure such as an eight-meter ceiling clearance, a two-bay loading dock, and three tons-per-square meter floor load capacity. 

Further, the entire FIP-NCC is registered with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority, allowing locators to enjoy tax perks, simplified import-export procedures, and visa facilitation assistance for foreign employees. 

The FIP-NCC sits inside New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac – a 9,450-hectare greenfield development inside the Clark Special Economic Zone positioned to be an inclusive, resilient, sustainable, and smart city. This major metropolis is being developed to help decongest Metro Manila, and to serve as an investment hub to catalyze growth in Central and Northern Luzon. 

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