HONG KONG — The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) recently met with executives of Hong Kong-based Metrojet Limited to reinforce investor confidence and advance initiatives aimed at enhancing ease of doing business in Clark’s aviation and tourism sectors.
Leading the CDC delegation was president and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera, who met with Metrojet’s senior executives at the company’s headquarters. Metrojet reaffirmed its trust in Clark’s investment climate and expressed interest in expanding its footprint in the region. CDC, in turn, emphasized its commitment to streamlining processes and improving operational efficiency through policy reforms.
A key highlight of the meeting was the rollout of the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul – Facilitated Access for Services and Trade (MRO-F.A.S.T.) system. Jointly developed by CDC and the Bureau of Customs–Port of Clark, the system simplifies documentation and expedites regulatory approvals for aviation-related businesses — a move seen to strengthen Clark’s position as a regional aviation and logistics hub.
Discussions also explored synergies between Metrojet’s aviation operations and Clark’s growing meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) and tourism sectors, particularly in the luxury and business travel segments.
As a gesture of goodwill, CDC presented Metrojet executives with locally crafted items — socks, a shirt, and a plush toy — all bearing the “Made in Clark Philippines” certification mark, underscoring the quality and pride of Clark-made products.
Founded in 1997, Metrojet is a premier business jet operator offering a full suite of aviation services, including aircraft management, maintenance, and consulting. The company expanded into the Philippines in 2012 and holds a Cayman Islands Air Operator Certificate.
Representing CDC were VP for business development and business enhancement group Atty. Noelle Mina Meneses, tourism promotions division manager Elenita Lorenzo, communications division manager Astrud Aguinaldo, and tourism officer Ian Paulo Mejia. CDC-PR
