Apexford inks registration deal with PEZA

MANILA, Philippines — Apexford International Corp., the latest addition to the country’s logistics services industry, officially entered into a Registration Agreement with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) on Monday. 

The ceremonial signing was led by PEZA Director General Tereso Panga and Apexford President and actor Anthony “Antonio” Aquitania, marking the start of a strategic partnership aligned with the national government’s thrust to accelerate economic growth through intensified foreign investment.

Joining the signatories were Apexford Vice President for Operations Reshnee Bhagwandas and Vice President for Business Development and Strategy Atty. Arlyn Dimal Pangan.

For Apexford, choosing to register with PEZA is a deliberate step toward being part of long-term national development while aimed at meeting international standards. As an ecozone logistics enterprise, the company is set to serve as a key pillar for the broader PEZA ecosystem. 

By providing integrated warehousing, supply chain management, and distribution services, the firm will support PEZA’s mission to create a frictionless business environment, ensuring that the operations of locators remain smooth, efficient, and fully aligned with the nation’s roadmap for attracting global investors and driving sustainable economic progress.

"Our decision to locate within the PEZA framework is driven by a deep commitment to the Philippines’ economic future," said Aquitania. "We are not here simply to engage in business; we are here to be an active participant in the nation's growth. Doing business under PEZA provides the best opportunity for investors to integrate into a world-class ecosystem, and we are proud to be a part of that growth story."

The logistics sector is currently experiencing a rapid surge in demand as global supply chains become more complex and time-sensitive. The modern industrial landscape increasingly leans toward specialized logistics services to maintain a competitive edge. 

Apexford’s entry into this space is timely, as PEZA locators continue to seek expert partners who can navigate the intricacies of duty-free movements and zone-to-zone transfers, allowing manufacturers to focus entirely on their core production goals.

This signing highlights the strong momentum behind PEZA’s aggressive push to position the Philippines as a top-tier global investment destination. Under Panga’s leadership, PEZA has successfully streamlined its processes and enhanced its value proposition, making the Philippines increasingly attractive to foreign investors.

The agency’s holistic approach continues to yield impressive results, characterized by:

Sectoral resilience — PEZA continues to thrive across all key pillars — manufacturing, infrastructure, and high-value services — fostering a diverse and robust economy.

Ease of doing business — Through improved regulatory efficiencies, PEZA is successfully generating high-quality employment opportunities and attracting substantial foreign direct investment (FDI).

Infrastructure excellence — PEZA’s commitment to world-class support services continues to set the standard for industrial development in the region.

As Apexford prepares to scale its operations within the PEZA ecosystem, the company is actively looking toward future strategic expansions in key growth corridors. Among its pipeline projects, the company is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to support another PEZA approved project in Misamis Occidental — the Mindanao North Passage Special Economic Zone (MINPAS).

"We are very much looking forward to the start of this partnership," added Aquitania. "We are keen to play a part in that project, as we believe in the immense potential of Mindanao as another investment destination.

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