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he San Fernando International Seaport is a potential key driver of economic growth in the Northern Luzon region. With its strategic location, the seaport is envisioned as a trade and commerce gateway that is seen to attract investments and generate revenues. In 1999, the seaport was leased to Poro Point Industrial Corporation (PPIC) under a private management agreement. While this arrangement aided its operations,
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it also provided areas that needed to be modified and improved to meet with the evolving demands of the shipping industry. The turnover On December 1, 2024, the San Fernando International Seaport was handed over to the Poro Point Management Corporation (PPMC) and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) from the PPIC. This significant milestone reflects the beginning of