Puerto Princesa City Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron invited investors to take part in the city’s development as he presented opportunities in tourism, fisheries, conventions, and the night-time economy during the 2026 Puerto Princesa Investment Forum at Conrad Manila on October 23, 2026.
Carrying the theme “Your Investment. Our Commitment.,” the forum brought together business leaders, prospective investors, and government partners to explore partnerships that can generate jobs and expand livelihood opportunities for Puerto Princesans.
Mayor Bayron’s presentation highlighted Puerto Princesa’s readiness for investment, citing the city’s growth, expanding market, improving infrastructure, and diversifying tourism industry.
“We are building the foundation. Now, we invite you to build with us,” Mayor Bayron said.
Two major investment areas featured in his presentation were meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) and the seafood value chain.
For MICE, Mayor Bayron presented proposed convention facilities at the Sta. Lucia Environmental Estate and the City Coliseum property. These developments offer opportunities for hotels, restaurants, retail establishments, commercial spaces, and parking facilities, creating integrated districts for events, accommodation, and business.
Complementing these developments are opportunities to expand the night-time economy at the Sta. Lucia Environmental Estate, Puerto Princesa Baywalk, and the Tourism Mile along Rizal Avenue Extension. Dining, cultural performances, markets, and entertainment can enrich visitor experiences while supporting local entrepreneurs.
For fisheries, Mayor Bayron highlighted the Puerto Princesa Deep Water Port for Fish and Agri-Industrial Products, also referred to as the Integrated Fish Port, being pursued in partnership with the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority.
The project is envisioned to strengthen the seafood value chain, connecting fishermen with processing facilities, logistics and cold storage, markets and distribution, restaurants, and tourism businesses. Opportunities include ice plants, cold storage, fish processing, and other facilities that can improve the handling and movement of fisheries products.
The investment opportunities presented offer avenues for businesses to participate in Puerto Princesa’s development while creating jobs, supporting local enterprises, and expanding services for residents and visitors.
“We look forward to welcoming you not only as investors but as partners in building the future of Puerto Princesa,” Mayor Bayron said.
