CIAC, private groups eye urban development, cultural preservation of Clark Aviation Capital

The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) has entered into agreements with two groups that aim to develop the urban landscape of the Clark Aviation Capital while preserving the cultural heritage of the area.

According to CIAC, the agency signed two memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with the Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA) and South Korea-based Future iNet Co., Ltd. (FIN) at the Clark Aviation Capital Picnic Grounds on February 24, 2026.

CIAC stated that these partnerships “signal a wider transformation poised to benefit communities, businesses, and future generations,” adding that these “are expected to reshape both the physical and economic landscape of Clark with ripple effects extending far beyond the Freeport Zone.”

The partnership with PAA aims to develop the urban environment that balances modernization with cultural preservation. Dubbed as the Urban Renewal and Heritage Conservation Program, the endeavor aims to ensure that the development of the aviation hub also protects the heritage of the area.

“A unified and sustainable landscaping and environmental framework will not only enhance public spaces but also create greener, more livable surroundings for workers, residents, and visitors,” CIAC stated.

“By preserving Clark’s historical and cultural elements, the initiative also strengthens collective memory and local pride, ensuring that development remains rooted in heritage rather than erasing it.”

Meanwhile, CIAC’s partnership with FIN focuses on the technological studies for the Cold Chain Bonded Logistics Depot system under the Clark National Food Hub. The said food hub is a critical infrastructure project designed to modernize the country’s food logistics network.

“Efficient cold chain systems are essential to reducing food spoilage, stabilizing supply, and maintaining quality from source to market,” CIAC stated.

With improved temperature control, customs supervision systems, cost-efficiency measures, and strategic inventory management, the project aims to make food distribution more reliable and affordable.

“These partnerships are definitely huge steps in finally realizing the Urban Renewal and Heritage Conservation Program and the Clark National Food Hub Project,” CIAC said, adding that a strengthened cold chain infrastructure contributes to national food security and economic resilience.

Together, the two MOUs reflect a broader strategy to position Clark not just as a business hub, but as a catalyst for inclusive growth.

Infrastructure that is environmentally responsible and technologically advanced can attract investments, generate employment, and stimulate allied industries, from agriculture and logistics to tourism and urban services.

As CIAC advances its flagship projects, the emphasis on sustainability, efficiency, and heritage underscores a development model that integrates economic ambition with social responsibility.