Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, operator of the country’s largest network of PEZA-registered industrial estates, boasted that it has generated P167 billion worth of investments and more than 100,000 jobs.
Monica Lorenzana Trajano, vice president for commercial strategy at Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, said as the company joined the recently concluded Philippine investment mission in Shenzhen and Guangzhou led by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) in Guangzhou.
The mission aimed to deepen trade and investment linkages between the Philippines and China, particularly in the manufacturing sector, and to position the country as a smart and strategic choice for Chinese enterprises looking to expand in Southeast Asia.
Aboitiz Estates has over 2,000 hectares across Luzon and the Visayas. These industrial estates—include LIMA Estate in Batangas, TARI Estate in Tarlac, and MEZ2, and West Cebu Estate in Cebu.
“The Philippines presents a compelling case for Chinese enterprises looking to grow within ASEAN’s most dynamic supply chain corridor,” shared Trajano as she urged Chinese companies to invest in the Philippines. “With us, investors gain more than a location—they gain a trusted partner. We enable businesses to scale efficiently, help communities prosper, and build long-term partnerships that matter.”
During the mission, Chinese companies emphasized the need for speed, reliability, and long-term support when evaluating expansion locations. In response, Aboitiz InfraCapital presented its fully integrated ecosystem, designed to meet these needs from the ground up.
Beyond industrial land, Aboitiz InfraCapital offers a full suite of services including power (AboitizPower), water (Aboitiz InfraCapital Water), construction (Aboitiz Construction), workforce housing (Aboitiz Land), banking (UnionBank), and smart estate management (Aboitiz Data Innovation). This ensures investors have everything they need to launch quickly and grow sustainably.
All of its operating estates are 5-Star BERDE District Certified, making them among the most sustainable industrial locations in the country—aligning with global ESG standards and operational efficiency goals.
For his part, PEZA Director General Tereso Panga told the Chinese audience that “The Philippines is open for business, and our ecozones are ready to support your growth.
Panga cited the country’s strategic location in Southeast Asia, strong workforce, and enhanced incentives under the CREATE MORE law. “We are positioning the country as the smart manufacturing and logistics hub of the region,” Panga said.
Panga noted that China remains one of the Philippines’ top investment partners, accounting for 22 percent of total foreign investments. PEZA-registered Chinese companies have contributed over $406 million in exports and generated more than 16,000 jobs across the country, underscoring the tangible impact of bilateral economic cooperation.
