Philippines
Situated in Balamban, Cebu, West Cebu Industrial Park (WCIP) spans 540 hectares, featuring a diverse mix of industrial and commercial spaces.
Anchored by a 283-hectare PEZA-registered zone renowned as the Shipbuilding Capital of the Philippines, WCIP boasts proximity to Cebu International Port, a mere 54 km away. Currently accommodating 11 locators across medium to heavy industries and employing 14,000 skilled workers, WCIP also integrates residential, commercial, and institutional components within its township.
Future Expansion and Development of West Cebu Industrial Park
With planned areas for commercial centers, dormitories, and residential communities, WCIP offers promising avenues for future growth and development, catering to a range of business and lifestyle needs.
Strategically positioned in Cebu, the second-largest economic hub in the Philippines, WCIP benefits from its central location within the archipelago. Its proximity to key destinations such as Cebu City’s downtown area, Mactan-Cebu International Airport offering direct flights to Japan, and the Port of Cebu enhances accessibility and connectivity for businesses and stakeholders. This accessibility is crucial for industries such as shipbuilding, positioning WCIP as a vital center for maritime ventures within the region.
Shipbuilding Hub and Economic Significance
As part of Balamban, identified as the shipbuilding capital of the Philippines and a significant player in ASEAN’s shipbuilding industry, WCIP contributes substantially to the country’s heavy industry sector, particularly in shipbuilding. The region’s ongoing growth trajectory further underscores WCIP’s role as a pivotal economic and industrial center, attracting both local and international investments in maritime-related ventures.
One of the developers in this joint venture estate is Tsuneishi Heavy Industries Cebu Inc. which also has a shipbuilding operation inside the estate.
Additional Details for West Cebu Industrial Park
- Electricity supply: Balamban Enerzone operates the distribution system in West Cebu Industrial Park. WCIP currently has a total electricity demand of 27 MW and a transformational capacity of 58 MVA power substation with a 13.8 kV distribution line.
- Wastewater treatment: Wastewater treatment plant (Sludge Aeration Process) has a treatment capacity of 400 cubic meters per day of domestic wastewater.
- Water supply: 2,500 cubic meters of potable water per day, distributing to 11 industrial and 8 commercial locators.
- Seaport: 54 km to Cebu International Port
- Airport: 62 km to Mactan Cebu International Airport
Award for West Cebu Industrial Park
The West Cebu Estate, overseen by Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) in Balamban, Cebu, was awarded the esteemed title of “Best Industrial Development in Asia.” This accolade from the Asia Property Awards positions Balamban as an active global investment center.