Poro Point benchmarks Bataan Freeport operations

The Poro Point Freeport Zone conducted a benchmarking visit to the Freeport Area of Bataan in Mariveles on 25 March 2026 to study best practices in freeport management.

The delegation, led by Poro Point Vice President for Airport Management Josefa Catherine Bada, sought insights into the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan’s systems for zone access control and port operations.

Officials from AFAB’s Enterprise Department and Corporate Affairs unit presented an overview of the Bataan freeport, highlighting its strategic location, key industries, and investment opportunities.

The visit aimed to strengthen knowledge exchange among economic zones and support improvements in operations at Poro Point.

The 236.5-hectare Poro Point Freeport Zone in San Fernando, La Union is managed by the Poro Point Management Corporation, a subsidiary of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority. The zone includes an airport, seaport, and tourism facilities.

PPMC is pursuing modernization initiatives, including upgrading its seaport to support full containerization.

AFAB, created in 2009 through Republic Act No. 9728, manages the Freeport Area of Bataan, which has grown into a major industrial hub with more than 155 locators and over 40,000 workers.

The agency reported P17.3 billion in committed investments and ongoing expansion projects, including the Bataan Transshipment Hub and a 6-megawatt solar facility.