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Developers, hotels assure public of property safety

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October 03, 2025

AFTER 6.9 MAGNITUDE QUAKE

Cebu's largest property developers and hospitality groups have moved to reassure the public and investors that their facilities remain structurally sound and operational after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake shook the province on September 30.

Mandani Bay, a major mixed-use development in Mandaue, said preliminary inspections showed no major damage to its estate. The company has commissioned an independent structural consultant to conduct a full audit "as a precaution," noting that operations continue uninterrupted.

BE Hotels & Resorts, which operates residential and hospitality projects across Cebu, including BE Residences and Mabuhay Towers, reported no structural damage and said engineering teams remain on site to carry out further safety checks.

Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI), one of the region's largest listed developers, confirmed all its projects were unaffected.

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