CLARK FREEPORT – A modern service superstation complete with charging terminals for electric vehicles (EVs) and a retail center will soon rise in New Clark City, “promising to bring additional revenues for the government, provide future employment opportunities for the local community, and boost foot traffic in the rising metropolis.”
So, announced the Bases Conversion and Development Authority in a belatedly issued press release that said its president and CEO Joshua M. Bingcang signed last June 24 a contract with Double 11 Properties Corp. president Romeo Siccion for the long-term lease of a one-hectare property in NCC, intended to be developed into a full-service station.
“A first partnership in New Clark City for a development of this kind,” the PR claimed.
“The BCDA welcomes Double 11 to New Clark City and offers its full support for the project. With this engagement, we expect economic benefits, such as additional revenues for the government; employment opportunities for the local residents and communities, and most importantly increased foot traffic in New Clark City,” BCDA VP for business development Mark P. Torres was quoted as saying during the signing ceremony.
With the contract finalized, Double 11 commits to invest at least P100 million for the development of the facility, which will include charging terminals for EVs, a mixed-use commercial complex, and retail support businesses. The company has also expressed interest to implement a Phase 2 expansion covering another hectare, with an additional investment of P100 million, totaling their investment commitment to P200 million.
The superstation is expected to house over 20 retail stores and offices, serving an estimated 200,000 motorists annually, and creating about 500 jobs for the residents of Tarlac and nearby communities. It is also estimated to generate P100 million in revenues for the government.
“With BCDA, we are bringing our international brand partners here to provide an excellent service to motorists. Using our experience and expertise, we will not only be developing a superstation, but also a lifestyle development where people can park, dine, shop, and work,” said Ren Siccion, Double 11’s business development manager.
“This partnership signals another milestone in the development of New Clark City as a smart and green metropolis, one that is ready for a future filled with electric vehicles and eco-friendly cars. This is also a step towards our ‘15-minute city’ vision for New Clark City, where basic amenities and facilities are easily accessible within a walking or cycling distance,” said Bingcang.
Double 11 is a Filipino-owned corporation in the business of establishing, operating, and maintaining a zoo and attraction theme park, industrial parks, and super stations, with partners such as international food franchise chains, branded retail outlets, business process outsourcing companies, offices, residential development and fuel distribution.
Its projects include Northwalk Clark along M.A. Roxas Highway, Caltex Station located at Km 64 of North Luzon Expressway southbound, Shell of Asia at Km 36 of NLEX southbound, Northwalk 1 and 2 in the City of San Fernando, and the PTT Station along the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway.
