A beachfront resort and ice plant will soon rise in Casiguran, Aurora ecozone.

This, as the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone Authority and Freeport Zone (APECO) broke ground on a premium resort and ice plant within the said ecozone on Wednesday.

APECO president and CEO Gil Taway IV and Central Sierra Hotel Resorts Inc. (CSHRI) and TGV Development Corp. (TGVDC) president and CEO Rene Tayag spearheaded the groundbreaking ceremony on Parcel 1 of the 12,743-hectare ecozone.

CSHRI is the developer of the P145-million beachfront resort on a 1.5-hectare lot, which will feature a 70-room mix, including standard and deluxe accommodations, with eight to 10 villas equipped with private pools.

The company plans to open the resort in the next 12 months.

Changing Casiguran’s tourism landscape

“This will truly change the tourism landscape in Casiguran,” Taway said in Filipino.

“Casiguran is already home to many beautiful spots, but with this development, we expect a rise in visitors. Beyond the area’s natural charm, travelers are also seeking comfortable and high-quality accommodations,” he added.

LIkewise on Wednesday, TGVDC broke ground on a P40-million ice and food processing plant facility.

The facility will process 20 tons of tube ice and one ton of marine products, sourced from local fisherfolk’s fresh catch.

Tayag said the company also plans to expand the development of the half-hectare land, which will include commercial spaces and a gas station.

“Our funding facilities, including support from the Development Bank of the Philippines, Philippine Guarantee Corp., and Pampanga Development Bank, remain in progress. The president of the Pampanga Development Bank is also expected to visit the site soon for an on-ground assessment,” he added.