Owing to its location, APECO provides a suitable and sustainable venue for agri-aqua industry. The zone is envisioned to host a modern Agri-Marine Center for high value marine products with fish port, reefer facilities and processing and canning provisions.
Agriculture is the primary industry in Aurora. About 15% of Aurora or 49,991 hectares is devoted to agriculture. APECO focused its attention on high value commodities , such as coconuts, bamboos, and seaweeds. Moreover, APECO is about 250 km from Philippine Rise, formerly known as the Benham Rise, a 13-hectare underwater plateau that is part of the Philippines’ continental shelf. It is potentially a rich source of natural gas, heavy metals and marine life.
With its forested and lushly vegetated mountains and pristine beaches, APECO offers a magnificent eco-tourism venue for everyone.
Health Facilities. As of June 30, 2023, Region III or the Central Luzon Region, where Aurora Province is located, has 176 operating hospitals. Out of the 176, 120 are privately owned and operated, while the Philippine Government operates the rest. In Aurora, the Philippine Government operates four (4) municipal hospitals in Baler, Casiguran, Maria Aurora, and Dingalan. Premiere General Hospital of Nueva Ecija, Baler, Aurora, Inc. is also located in Baler, Aurora.
Consistent with the policy of the national government, APECO will promote the optimization of renewable energy. It can act as an alternative energy park or a hub for research and development of renewable energy technologies. Moreover, investors may want to explore the hydro, wind, and solar energy potential in Casiguran. The estimated aggregate wind power of Aurora is at 320 MW from 46 potential sites. It can also host a solar energy power plant at 61- hectare Dilasag Ridge or within APECO’s premises. It also has a potential of 81.6 MW of biomass energy.
Consistent with the policy of the national government, APECO will promote the optimization of renewable energy. It can act as an alternative energy park or a hub for research and development of renewable energy technologies. Moreover, investors may want to explore the hydro, wind, and solar energy potential in Casiguran. The estimated aggregate wind power of Aurora is at 320 MW from 46 potential sites. It can also host a solar energy power plant at 61- hectare Dilasag Ridge or within APECO’s premises. It also has a potential of 81.6 MW of biomass energy.
The Philippine Ports Authority requires compulsory or mandatory pilotage for shipping vessels in private and public ports. There are pilotage associations in the Philippines, with nation-wide scope, that can provide this service. They are registered with the Maritime Industry Authority or MARINA. At present, we have at least 183 registered harbor pilots in the Philippines.
APECO’s geographical footprint is divided into Parcels 1 and 2. Parcel 1 has at least 496 hectares, while Parcel 2 has 12, 247 hectares.
Majority of the light industrial and commercial locators are in Parcel 1. APECO’s long-term plan is to focus primarily on agri-aqua industries because of its proximity to Benham Rise and access to the Pacific Ocean.
Parcel 2 is also equally promising as Parcel 1. With its white sand beaches, pristine rainforest, and interesting terrain, it is suited for tourism-related investments.
