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.