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Asian Terminals Inc. launched an investigation into alleged irregularities involving a transaction at the Port of Manila following the circulation of a video on social media showing an equipment operator engaged in an alleged exchange of money
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ATI said it has contacted the individual who uploaded the video to obtain additional information and clarification
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The equipment operator involved has been placed on administrative status pending the investigation’s outcome
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ATI reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on bribery, corruption and unethical conduct
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The company is encouraging individuals with relevant information to cooperate with the ongoing investigation
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The Philippine Ports Authority also released a statement saying that it has directed the concerned Port Management Office to coordinate with ATI and and conduct its own verification of the incident
Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) has launched an investigation into alleged irregularities involving a transaction at the Port of Manila following the circulation of video on social media showing an equipment operator and the purported exchange of money.
In a statement, ATI said it has initiated a thorough fact-finding inquiry into the incident and is gathering information to determine the circumstances surrounding the allegations.
As part of the investigation, the company said it has reached out to the individual who uploaded the video to obtain additional details and clarification that may assist in the inquiry.
Pending the completion of the investigation, ATI said the equipment operator involved has been temporarily placed on administrative status.
“As an interim measure and without prejudice to the outcome of the investigation, the equipment operator concerned has been temporarily placed on administrative status, pending the completion of the Company’s fact-finding process,” ATI said.
The port operator emphasized that reports of alleged misconduct are taken seriously and that stakeholder feedback remains an important part of strengthening accountability within its operations.
ATI – considered the country’s second biggest port operator, handling the Manila South Harbor and the Port of Batangas – reiterated its strict policy against bribery, corruption and other forms of unethical conduct, adding that employees found to have violated the company’s Code of Conduct and applicable policies would face disciplinary action in accordance with company procedures and relevant laws.
The company also called on individuals with information related to the incident to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.
ATI urged the public to allow due process to take its course and avoid drawing conclusions before the inquiry is completed.
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The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) also released a statement saying that it has directed the concerned Port Management Office to coordinate with ATI and and conduct its own verification of the incident to determine if there have been violations of the concession agreement, PPA regulations, and/or other laws.
“PPA expects all port operators, service providers, and port users to observe the highest standards of integrity, transparency and accountability in the conduct of port operations. Any person found to have committed violations shall be dealth with in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations,” PPA said.
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