A Night of Reconnection: FPIP Celebrates Year 2024 with Locator-Partners
On November 29, Lopez-led First Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) proudly hosted its third edition of Reconnect: Locators’ Soiree at its own event tent, the Consuelo Park Pavilion.
Hosted by media veteran and FPIP External Affairs Head, Mr. Ricky Carandang, the soiree brought together locators, industry leaders, valued partners from Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), provincial government of Batangas, Gawad Kalinga, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA), First Philippine Holdings (FPH), and FPIP employees for an unforgettable night of community-building, connection, and celebration.
Officially kicking off the event, FPIP President, Mr. Francis Giles Puno expressed heartfelt gratitude to the locator-partners for their pivotal role in building an incredible community both within and outside FPIP. He then led the welcoming of FPIP’s new locator-partners, including Infinivan, Inc., Syah Technology (Philippines), Inc., Kaneko Medical Philippines, Inc., Painplas Corp., Yueling Package, Advenxus Philippines Pte Ltd., and Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.
Puno then encouraged everyone to work together in growing businesses in harmony with nature, underscoring the shared responsibility in creating a regenerative and decarbonized future for generations to come.
The evening also became a celebration of the accomplishments of locator-partners this year, which include Philippine Manufacturing Co. of Murata for being awarded by PEZA with Outstanding Community Project Award, Asia CEO Awards with Circle of Excellence CSR Company of the Year Award, and Department of Education - Regional with Gawad Kaakibat Award.
Canon Business Machines (Philippines), Inc., on the other hand, received PEZA’s Elevation to Hall of Fame (Outstanding Exporter); while Collins Aerospace and UAM Philippines, Inc. for being included in the best companies to work for in Asia by HR Asia.
FPIP also honored locator-partners, who had exemplified excellence in environmental safety and health programs.
ESH Excellence Award
Nestle Philippines, Inc.
Kerry Manufacturing (Philippines), Inc.
Special Citation Award: Occupational Health Category
Brother Industries (Philippines), Inc.
Philippine Manufacturing Co. of Murata, Inc.
Special Citation Award: Safety Category
Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Corp., Inc.
TE Connectivity Manufacturing Philippines, Inc.
Special Citation Award: Environment Category
Citizen Finedevice Philippines Corporation
Collins Aerospace
Special Citation Award: Sustainability Category
Collins Aerospace
Locator-partners who consistently met environmental requirements in 2023 were given One Year Award; in years 2023 to 2024 with Blue Rate Award; and in years 2022 to 2024 with Green Rate Award.
One Year Award
Komatsu Philippines Corporation
Yeng Hsingh Philippines Branch
Nestle Philippines, Inc.
Meltec Philippines Corporation
Kerry Manufacturing Philippines, Inc.
NBC Philippines Car Technology Corporation
Collins Aerospace
Blue Rate Award
Citizen Finedevice Philippines Corp
Tann Philippines, Inc.
Green Rate Award
JMS Healthcare Phil, Inc.
Tokai Medical Products Philippines, Inc.
“2024 has not been the easiest year for us – it has been a mix of both challenges and successes. We have faced challenges that pushed us to our limits, but seeing how each one of us has risen above them is truly inspiring. We are truly fortunate to have you as part of our community, and to work with you as we continue to elevate industry, community, and the environment,” Puno said during his speech.
The soiree culminated in an open-mic session, where guests were invited to take the stage, sing along, and dance the night away – all to create lasting memories while celebrating the spirit of togetherness.
