Aboitiz InfraCapital sets gold standard as Mactan-Cebu shines on global stage

Aboitiz InfraCapital, Inc, the infrastructure arm of the Aboitiz Group and the country’s largest airport operator outside Manila, is redefining Philippine aviation by proving that public-private partnerships can deliver world-class results when executed with discipline, innovation, and long-term vision.

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At the center of this transformation is Mactan-Cebu International Airport, widely regarded as one of the most successful airport PPP projectsin the country. Under Aboitiz InfraCapital Airports, MCIA has emerged as a benchmark for operational excellence, passenger experience, and sustainable airport development—demonstrating how private sector expertise can accelerate infrastructure growth while serving public interest.

MCIA continues to elevate standards by blending global best practices with distinctly Filipino hospitality. Its modern facilities, efficient operations, and customer-centric approach have positioned Cebu as a competitive regional gateway, reinforcing the airport’s role as a critical driver of tourism, trade, and connectivity inthe Visayasand beyond.

“Mactan-Cebu International Airport has shown that the PPP model works. Itproves that infrastructure development can be accelerated when the government and private sector work together. Cebu and the traveling public can be proud of what has been achieved, and our stakeholders can be confident in the value created through this partnership,” said AIC Vice President and Head of Airports Rafael M. Aboitiz.