Tag: Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)
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BCDA inks deal with Zenmov, MC Metro for smart transport system in Clark dev’ts
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) signed a memorandum of agreement with Japan-based Zenmov, Inc. and Philippine-based MC Metro Transport Operation, Inc. for a demonstration of an energy-efficient and smart public transportation system that will run within New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac and the rest of Clark Special Economic Zone. Under this two-year demonstration…
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CIAC financially stable even with privatized airport
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE — The government-run Clark International Airport Corp. has shown financial stability even after the privatization of the Clark International Airport, CIAC President and CEO Arrey Perez on Monday said. The airport was privatized in August 2019 under the Duterte administration in a 25-year consortium agreement between the Bases Conversion and Development Authority…
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BCDA eyes low-carbon district cooling technology for New Clark City
TARLAC — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with global leaders United District Energy International L.L.C. (UDEI) and Marubeni Corporation (Marubeni) to explore low-carbon district cooling technologies that will make energy consumption in New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac greener and more efficient. During its business mission in Tokyo in September, BCDA…
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1st nat’l freediving competition takes off in New Clark City
The New Clark City Aquatics Center in Capas, Tarlac is serving as the stage for the country’s first-ever national level freediving competition from September 29 to October 1, 2023. Association Internationale pour le Développement de l’Apnee (AIDA) Philippines, the national governing body for freediving, has partnered with the the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)…
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BCDA welcomes House approval of charter amendments
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) welcomed the approval of House Bill 8505, citing the impact of the measure in the development of the economic zones managed by the state-run firm, and in beefing up the state coffers to support the military’s pension fund. Approved on third and final reading last August 22, House…
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BCDA moves forward with Php28-B relocation plan for PH Marine headquarters
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is a step closer towards the completion of its Php 28 billion plan to relocate and modernize the headquarters of the Philippine Marine Corps to Morong Discovery Park in Bataan from Fort Bonifacio in Taguig City. BCDA Chairman Delfin N. Lorenzana, BCDA President and CEO Engr. Joshua M.…
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PH’s Hot Air Balloon Festival To Stage A Comeback In New Clark City in 2024
MANILA– The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta (PIHABF), the country’s only airshow experience, will officially be back in the skies from February 16-18, 2024. The three-day event will be held at a new venue: New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac. After a three-year hiatus during the pandemic, “A Weekend of Everything that Flies” will…
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BCDA starts bid process for NAS Phase 2
TARLAC–The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has launched the bidding process for the second phase of the National Academy of Sports (NAS) campus in New Clark City, aiming to develop more facilities that will help nurture the country’s future athletes. In separate bid bulletins posted on its website, the BCDA called for the submission…
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BCDA vows continued support to AFP under new chief Brawner
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has committed to continue its support to the modernization efforts of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) under the leadership of its newly appointed AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. “The BCDA welcomes the appointment of General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. as the new…
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DHSUD, BCDA eye .5M housing units in New Clark City under PBBM’s ‘Pambansang Pabahay’
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) are eyeing township developments composed of 500,000 housing units inside the sprawling New Clark City in Tarlac. This, after DHSUD Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar, BCDA Chairman Delfin Lorenzana, and BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Engr. Joshua Bingcang…
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BCDA, IPAs invite Aussie firms to invest in Central, Northern Luzon
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), together with Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) such as the Subic-Clark Alliance for Development (SCAD), Clark International Airport Corp. (CIAC), Poro Point Management Corp. (PPMC), and Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) conducted investment briefings in Australia to encourage more investments in the Philippines, particularly in Central and Northern Luzon. …
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Japan government confers former Defense chief Lorenzana ‘The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star’
The Government of Japan conferred its prestigious national decoration to former Defense Secretary and current Chairman of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) Delfin N. Lorenzana for his instrumental role in enhancing defense relations and cooperation between Japan and the Philippines. Lorenzana was bestowed The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star…
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BCDA contributes P3.31B to the AFP
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) remitted Php3.31 billion to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) this year, representing a major share from the state firm’s disposition proceeds as proof of its commitment to help strengthen the country’s troops. “Recognizing the AFP as our major stakeholder, the BCDA always ensures that our Armed…
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Asian swimming tilt to put New Clark City back to international stage
The upcoming 11th Asian Age Group Championships happening from December 3 to 14 will once again put a spotlight on New Clark City’s world-class sports facilities and put the city on the global map as a prime venue for sporting events. During a recent press conference in Tagaytay City, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)…
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CIAC announces new OIC
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE – The state-run aviation firm Clark International Airport Corp. on Wednesday announced the designation by the board of directors of Nancy Paglinawan as officer-in-charge of the agency. Paglinawan is the CIAC’s current Vice President for Finance and will act as the agency’s interim president in lieu of Joshua Bingcang who served as…
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