Puerto Princesa City Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron and Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) General Manager Atty. Glen A. Pangapalan signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on October 19, 2026, for the construction of the Puerto Princesa Deep Water Port for Fish and Agri-Industrial Products, also referred to as the Puerto Princesa Integrated Fish Port.
The agreement formalizes the partnership between PFDA and the City Government of Puerto Princesa in developing facilities to support fisheries and agri-industrial activities. Representatives of the City Agriculture Office, led by City Agriculturist Melissa Macasaet and Acting Asst City Agriculturist Daisy Bundal, witnessed the signing.
Based on the City Agriculture Office’s analysis, the proposed Jacana Fishport Complex is expected to attract additional fish landings from MIMAROPA and other regions, with a projected total volume of 100,350.51 MT per year or 8,362.54 MT per month.
The project will be implemented in three phases. Phase 1 covers site development, construction of a causeway/access road, and building facilities. Phase 2 includes further site development and construction of the pier, while Phase 3 involves its extension. A total of ₱600 million has been allocated by the PFDA for Phases 1 and 2.
By providing a landing facility closer to Palawan’s fishing grounds, the proposed port could help reduce travel time, fuel consumption, and the amount of ice needed to preserve the catch.
Mayor Bayron emphasized that the facility could expand opportunities in fish trading, transportation, storage, processing, and other related services, strengthening Puerto Princesa’s role as a fish landing and distribution center for Palawan and nearby areas.
“Once completed, the port could help create more jobs and strengthen food security in Puerto Princesa,” Mayor Bayron said.
Through this partnership, the city government, under Mayor Bayron’s leadership, aims to improve livelihoods, strengthen food security and boost local economic activities in Puerto Princesa.
