In a strategic move set to revolutionize Central Luzon's agricultural landscape, Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) has cemented a groundbreaking partnership with key industry players to establish a state-of-the-art food hub within the Clark Freeport Zone.
The collaboration brings together CIAC, the Greater Clark Visitors Bureau, Inc. (GCVBI), and Allterra Integrated Solutions Corp., creating a powerful alliance dedicated to transforming Clark into a premier food distribution and processing center.
Boosting Local Agriculture and Export Potential
This innovative partnership aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem that will significantly benefit local farmers and producers. The Clark Food Hub will serve as a centralized facility for aggregation, processing, and distribution of agricultural products, providing farmers with better market access and improved pricing.
The strategic location within Clark Freeport Zone offers unparalleled advantages:
- Direct access to airport infrastructure for efficient export operations
- Proximity to major transportation networks reaching key markets
- Modern processing facilities meeting international standards
- Integrated cold chain logistics minimizing post-harvest losses
Economic Impact and Job Creation
This initiative is expected to generate substantial economic benefits for the Pampanga region and surrounding provinces. The development will create numerous employment opportunities across various sectors, from agricultural processing to logistics and administration.
The partnership represents a significant step forward in strengthening Central Luzon's position as an agricultural powerhouse while leveraging Clark's strategic infrastructure advantages.
With this collaboration, stakeholders envision Clark emerging as a key player in the regional food supply chain, enhancing food security while opening new export channels for Philippine agricultural products to international markets.
