CLARK FREEPORT – Here’s one more to the list that makes ease of air travel at the Clark International Airport here a breeze.
A memorandum of understanding was signed at the CRK on April 25 by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, the Department of Tourism, the Clark Development Corp., the Clark International Airport Corp., Luzon International Premier Airport Development Corp. Premier Central Inc., and Plaza Premium Lounge CRK Inc. to establish the City Check-In Facility at the SM City Clark mall here.
An initiative of the Department of Transportation, the check-in facility at the mall is part of government’s efforts to make air travel as safe and comfortable as possible for the flying public.
“We are deeply honored to be part of this collaboration to set up a city check-in facility. With the added convenience of checking in prior to reaching the airport, this will truly enhance CRK’s appeal as an airport of choice while showcasing Clark’s vibrant location,” enthused Noel Manankil, president and CEO of the Luzon International Premier Airport Development Corp., the manager and operator of CRK.
The mall check-in facility is one of the improvements of the CRK facilities and congruent with Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista’s commitment to deliver comfortable, accessible, safe, sustainable, and affordable transportation by elevating the country’s transport systems to global standards.
“This collaboration under the dynamic leadership of the involved agencies is a template for further undertaking of other sectors to provide seamless air travel in the country. Let us all work for one Philippine aviation,” said Transportation Undersecretary Roberto Lim.
Arrey Perez, CIAC president and CEO, said: “The check-in facility inside a popular mall will definitely have a positive impact because, more than just an additional service, it will add to the convenience of CRK passengers.”
The MOU signing was also witnessed by DOT Assistant Secretary for Tourism Development Warner Andrada who said the facility will “showcase and promote tourism in the regions and the project aligns with the DOT’s efforts to ensure convenience among travelers to further boost tourism in the country.”
Aside from the BCDA, LIPAD, CIAC, CDC, and DOT-3, other signatories to the Memorandum of Understanding include Steven Lim, Plaza Premium Group’s Regional General Manager for Southeast Asia; and SM Supermalls President, Steven Tan. Press release
