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The Bases Conversion and Development Authority is looking into upgrading San Fernando Airport to accommodate commercial traffic
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The agency is in talks with South Korea’s Moon Engineering for an airport feasibility study
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Two South Korean companies are interested in partnering with BCDA for high-impact projects, including the airport upgrade
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is looking into upgrading San Fernando Airport in the Poro Point Freeport Zone to support commercial air traffic.
BCDA president and CEO Joshua Bingcang and OIC-senior vice president Mark Torres recently met with executives of South Korea-based Moon Engineering Co. Ltd. to discuss a feasibility study for the expansion of the airport, currently limited to chartered flights and flight school operations.
San Fernando Airport is managed by Poro Point Management Corp., a BCDA subsidiary. The planned upgrade aims to transform the facility into a viable commercial airport serving Northern Luzon, which could strengthen regional connectivity and unlock new investment opportunities.
“Improving the capacity of San Fernando Airport will be a game-changer for Northern Luzon. This project is aligned with BCDA’s long-term vision to develop efficient transport infrastructure that can catalyze economic growth in the region,” Bingcang said in a statement.
The airport lies within the Poro Point Freeport Zone, a 236-hectare mixed-use area seen as a strategic growth corridor for tourism, logistics, and business investments.
An expanded airport would complement ongoing efforts to attract investors to the area and improve access to neighboring provinces.
Moon Engineering’s involvement is expected to bring in international technical expertise. The Korean firm is known for its engineering and consulting services in transportation and infrastructure projects.
Aside from the airport initiative, BCDA is exploring cooperation with another Korean firm, Jin Systems Co. Ltd., for a smart mobility demonstration project in New Clark City, Tarlac.
The proposal, part of South Korea’s 2025 K-City Network program, seeks to pilot smart transport solutions in the Philippines.
The demonstration aligns with BCDA’s plans to position New Clark City as a smart and sustainable urban center, although the agency’s immediate priority remains on enhancing core infrastructure like airports and mass transport systems.
BCDA has ramped up engagement with foreign technology partners to accelerate infrastructure development in state-managed zones. The agency continues to focus on modernizing key facilities to attract high-value investments and improve regional access.
