More investors to participate in the international shipping business in Bataan

BALANGA CITY, Bataan- – More investors are expected to participate in the thriving shipping business on cargo handling and storage services with the proposed establishment of an international container port terminal at the Freeport Area of Bataan, the premier export processing zone in the country.

Engineer Ricardo C. Herrera, Provincial Assessor, is sincerely optimistic with the latest economic comprehensive plan of Bataan Governor Albert Raymond S. Garcia focusing on the construction, development and operation of an international transshipment in the industrial town of Mariveles which is registered as the second in the priority infrastructure projects under the public-private partnership for the people and investment opportunities mode.

Based on the multi-sectoral study of public financing priorities with the globalization phase export and import largely carried overseas require responsive and competitive ports and terminals which are essential for sustained economic prosperity.

Herrera assessed the presence of efficient transport handling and storage facilities intended for imported products are keys to ensure the growth of international and trade.

According to reports, Herrera said some locators from Metro Manila are starting to prepare the groundwork programs in the coastal areas of Mariveles and Orion towns.

Citing the strategic location of Bataan, the existence of substantially qualified manpower, major facilities and utilities continue to be the distinct advantage of  the province and geographical spot is an attracting  come on that substantially pulled in investors from the growing Asean regions.