Transport & Communications
MCIA soars as Cebu travel takes off
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) didn’t just ease into 2026—it rocketed out of the gate.
Lufthansa Technik plans major Clark MRO expansion
Lufthansa Technik is planning a USD400-million expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility at Clark, a move expected to further strengthen the Philippines’ position as an emerging aviation services hub in Asia, according to the Bases Conversion and Development Authority.
FedEx deepens commitment to Clark logistics hub
Federal Express is investing USD240 million to expand its hub at the Clark Aviation Complex, while the Bases Conversion and Development Authority is allocating P7 billion for supporting airside infrastructure, underscoring Clark’s growing role as a key logistics gateway in Southeast Asia.
DOTr plans runway upgrades, night flights to help cut domestic air travel costs
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is moving to extend regional and provincial airport runways to help lower domestic airfares, especially to popular tourist destinations such as Siargao.
VinFast picks Philippines to kickstart global scooter drive
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has chosen the Philippines as the first pillar of its global electric scooter expansion, putting the country at the center of its broader push for green mobility across Southeast Asia.
