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08/10/2025

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has granted the subsidiaries of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) permission to extend the operation of the New Container Terminals (NCTs) for another 25 years.

The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed at the ACEA Subic Beach Resort in Subic Bay Freeport on October 3, 2025, for the “25-year Extension of Contract for the Operation and Management of the NCT.”

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The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has granted the subsidiaries of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) permission to extend the operation of the New Container Terminals (NCTs) for another 25 years. 

06/10/2025

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC)-Port of Subic signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will regulate the admission of recyclable non-hazardous materials inside this Freeport.

SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño and BOC-Port of Subic District Collector Noel C. Estanislao signed the MOU that will boost the recycling sector in the freeport, at the Corporate Boardroom of the Administration Building here on October 2, 2025.

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SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño and BOC-Port of Subic District Collector Noel C. Estanislao signed the MOU that will boost the recycling sector in the freeport, at the Corporate Boardroom of the Administration Building here on October 2, 2025.

06/10/2025

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) will be working on establishing a Motor Vehicle Clearance Division (MVCD) inside this premier Freeport.

SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said that the creation of the MVCD satellite office will safeguard the Freeport from the illegal exit of unregistered vehicles.

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SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said that the creation of the MVCD satellite office will safeguard the Freeport from the illegal exit of unregistered vehicles

06/10/2025

This premier Freeport has stepped up its services as it marked a significant milestone in the cruise ship industry, becoming the turnaround hub for the MV Costa Serena cruise ship on September 26, 2025.

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño shared that the processing of passengers for the cruise turnaround was conducted at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC).

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Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño shared that the processing of passengers for the cruise turnaround was conducted at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC).

24/09/2025

The Villa Vie Odyssey cruise ship docked at this Freeport on Tuesday morning (September 23) as its maiden ship call here.

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) officials and employees were present to welcome the passengers and crew of the Villa Vie Odyssey, along with representatives from the Bureau of Immigration, Bureau of Quarantine, and other stakeholders.

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24/09/2025

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has revealed three big-ticket infrastructure projects before the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Inc. (AMCHAM)-North Luzon during the latter’s visit here on September 17, 2025.

During the Subic Freeport leg of its visit to economic districts in the country, SBMA Senior Deputy Administrator (SDA) for Business and Investment Renato Lee III welcomed AMCHAM President Denise H. R. Molintas at the SBMA corporate boardroom.

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The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has revealed three big-ticket infrastructure projects before the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Inc. (AMCHAM)-North Luzon during the latter’s visit here on September 17, 2025.

24/09/2025

The country’s premier Freeport was affirmed “almost Hollywood-ready” during the 1st Sustainable Tourism Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) Awards night last September 11, 2025.

Department of Tourism Director Roberto Alabado III of the Office of Film and Sports Tourism and concurrent Region IV-B Director said that film production is not just about the beauty of the location. It also entails amenities and facilities that go with it.

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The country’s premier Freeport was affirmed “almost Hollywood-ready” during the 1st Sustainable Tourism Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) Awards night last September 11, 2025.

24/09/2025

This premier Freeport recently concluded the 3rd Central Luzon Sustainable Tourism Summit at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC) last September 12, 2025.

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño lauded organizers and participants for the resounding success of the three-day event, which ran from September 10 to 12, 2025.

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This premier Freeport recently concluded the 3rd Central Luzon Sustainable Tourism Summit at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC) last September 12, 2025.

11/09/2025

The Port Operations of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) under the leadership of SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño surpassed its year-on-year performance in terms of revenue generation, achieving ₱1.023 billion from January to July of 2025.

SBMA Senior Deputy Administrator (SDA) for Port Operations Ronnie R. Yambao stated that the amount also represents a 4.8 percent increase compared to the ₱976 million in revenue recorded during the same period in 2024.

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The Port Operations of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) under the leadership of SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño surpassed its year-on-year performance in terms of revenue generation, achieving ₱1.023 billion from January to July of 2025.

11/09/2025

Around 300 qualified workers were among the first wave of beneficiaries of the “Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) na” program launched by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño recalled that when President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. appointed him to lead the agency, he was asked to “take care of Subic Bay workers.”

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Around 300 qualified workers were among the first wave of beneficiaries of the “Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) na” program launched by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

03/09/2025

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the inauguration ceremony of HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Philippines Inc. at the Agila Southern Yard, Subic Freeport Zone on September 2, 2025 —a landmark event that marks the revival of the country’s shipbuilding enterprise.

The ceremony formally launched Hyundai’s operations in the Philippines, reinforcing the country’s position as a strategic hub for maritime and industrial growth in the Asia-Pacific region.

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03/09/2025

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) bagged the Best Ecological Solid Waste Management Practices award during the Environmental Summit 2025 held at Widus Hotel, Clark, Pampanga on August 29, 2025.

With the theme “Ending Global Plastic Pollution,” the summit organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Central Luzon aims to honor defenders of environmental protection and sustainable solutions.

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The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) bagged the Best Ecological Solid Waste Management Practices award during the Environmental Summit 2025 held at Widus Hotel, Clark, Pampanga on August 29, 2025.