No Freeport ID, can still avail of housing benefits

The non-compliance of Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) requirement for residents of Barangays Malaya and Maligaya to secure residential ID would not affect their status to avail of housing privileges within the FAB.   This was announced by AFAB Administrator/CEO Hussein Pangandaman during his recent dialogue with members of Bataan Export Processing […]

Pangandaman leads AFAB–BEZNA dialogue on housing, community issues in FAB

Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) Administrator and CEO Hussein P. Pangandaman led a dialogue between the Bataan Economic Zone Neighborhood Association (BEZNA) and the agency on April 14 to address housing concerns, policies, and other community issues inside the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB).   Pangandaman, together with Deputy Administrator for Operations […]

AFAB, BEZNA form TWG to resolve issues

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) and the Bataan Economic Zone Neighborhood Association (BEZNA) have agreed to jointly form a technical working group (TWG) to resolve delicate issues that had been troubling both parties.   The plan to form a TWG was finalized during a meeting of AFAB and BEZNA last week […]

AFAB launches skills training program

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and Dong-In Sunbirds Corp., launched a Skills Development Training Program.   The first batch of 14 trainees will undergo 7 to 12 days of hands-on training to enhance their technical competencies preparing them for employment […]

FAB madalas gawing benchmarking site

Dahil sa maganda at maayos na pamamalakad at operasyon sa Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) sa ilalim ng Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB), madalas puntahan ito nang malalaking kumpanya para makita at “magaya” ang kanilang magandang sistema.   Pinakahuling pumunta kamakailan sa FAB ay ang Poro Point Freeport Zone sa pamumuno ni […]

AFAB implements FAB residential ID system

AFAB implements FAB residential ID system

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) announced the implementation of the FAB Residential ID System for all residents of the Freeport as part of its mandate to regulate and monitor entry and movement within the Freeport. AFAB said the Residential ID System will serve as the official identification of FAB residents and […]

AFAB retains ISO certification with zero nonconformity findings

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) has successfully retained its ISO 9001:2015 certification after passing the recertification audit conducted by TÜV Rheinland Philippines, Inc. on March 18, 2026, with no recorded nonconformities.   The certification covers the “Provision of Ecozone Development and Zone Management Services for the Freeport Area of Bataan,” reaffirming […]

AFAB highlights freeport expansion and opportunities

AFAB highlights freeport expansion and opportunities

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) participated in the recently held Philippine Ports and Logistics 2026, a leading biennial exhibition for the maritime and supply chain sector in the Philippines. FAB Enterprise Department Manager Atty. Lawrence K. Pelaez represented AFAB Administrator and CEO Hussein P. Pangandaman and delivered a talk on how […]

AFAB conducts blood donation drive

AFAB conducts blood donation drive

 A total of 37 blood bags were collected during the blood donation drive organized by the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) in partnership with the Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center. AFAB expressed  sincere gratitude to the residents and members of the FAB community who recently  participated and donated blood during the […]

AFAB at KLUTCH Inc, lumagda sa isang kasunduan

AFAB at KLUTCH Inc, lumagda sa isang kasunduan

Isang kasunduan ang nilagdaan sa pagitan ng Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) at KLUTCH Inc. para sa lease, rehabilitasyon, renovasyon, at redevelopment ng isang gusali sa loob ng Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB). Pinirmahan ang kasunduan kamakailan nina AFAB Administrator at CEO Hussein P. Pangandaman at KLUTCH Inc. President Dexter F. Mendigoria. […]