Economic activity in Central Luzon is set to receive a significant boost following the Board of Investments' (BOI) approval of a P630-million domestic industrial park in Mexico, Pampanga. The 24-hectare project, to be developed by Fortunetown Properties Corp., is expected to generate employment during both its construction and operational phases, further decentralizing economic growth outside Metro Manila . The approval was announced on June 8, 2026, as part of a broader P1.98-billion investment package that also includes two mass housing projects in Nueva Ecija .
Trade Secretary and BOI Chair Ma. Cristina A. Roque emphasized the strategic importance of these developments for regional economic expansion. "These projects will provide thousands of housing units for families seeking affordable home ownership while creating opportunities for businesses to expand and generate jobs through a new industrial park," Roque stated . For Pampanga residents, this translates to immediate construction work and long-term career opportunities in manufacturing, logistics, and facility management once the industrial park becomes operational.
Construction Phase to Provide Immediate Employment for Local Workers
The industrial park's development timeline includes a construction phase that will generate immediate short-term employment for local construction workers, engineers, and project managers . The commercial operations are slated to begin in June, allowing the project to quickly transition from construction to active operation . This rapid timeline ensures that the economic benefits of the investment reach the community without prolonged delays.
The BOI noted that the project is expected to help further decentralize economic activity outside the capital, supporting the government's push to spread development across the regions . For jobseekers in Mexico and nearby towns, the industrial park represents a significant source of local employment, reducing the need to commute to Metro Manila for work . The facility's location in Pampanga also positions it to take advantage of the province's robust infrastructure and connectivity through the Clark Freeport Zone.
Operational Phase and Supply Chain Opportunities
Beyond construction, the operational phase of the industrial park will create long-term careers in facility management, security, administration, and other support services required to maintain a functioning industrial estate . Additionally, the park is designed to attract locators in manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing, which will generate additional employment opportunities beyond the park's direct operations.
BOI Director for Infrastructure and Services Industries Service Mary Ann E. Raganit emphasized the broader impact of such approvals. "Through these approvals, we are ensuring that investments are translated into tangible outcomes on the ground," Raganit said . The projects are expected to address the Philippines' growing housing backlog while creating business-ready spaces to support job growth and strengthen the domestic value chain . For small businesses in Mexico and Pampanga, the industrial park's presence could open supply chain opportunities in transportation, food services, and other ancillary industries that support industrial operations.
