Manila cruise terminal estimated at ₱5 billion advances to feasibility study
The Philippine Ports Authority is seeking consultancy services worth up to ₱41.91 million, with offers accepted until October 13.
A feasibility study is being prepared for the proposed Manila International Cruise Terminal, which has an estimated cost of ₱5 billion. The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said its consultancy procurement, budgeted at up to ₱41.91 million to assess new projects, includes the terminal study.
The planned site is on Parañaque’s Aseana Avenue, near Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The PPA’s aim is for Manila to serve as a cruise homeport and attract more visitors. Taking Hong Kong’s Ocean Terminal as a model, the development will incorporate areas for shopping, dining and recreation.
Separately, the PPA has advanced the Luneta Ferry Terminal in Manila City and two proposed Mabini, Batangas ports to the feasibility-study stage. Proposed ports in Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay and Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lanao del Norte are also undergoing feasibility assessments. Offers are due by October 13, and the study outputs must be completed within 12 months.
The agency’s wider cruise-terminal programme includes a facility completed in 2025 in Dapa, Surigao del Norte, intended to increase sea-borne tourist arrivals to Siargao. Further cruise facilities are being developed at Alegria port in Aklan, Catagbacan port in Bohol and Balbagon port in Camiguin to accommodate future demand.
