Aboitiz Construction teamed up with DICT Bulk Terminal Inc. (DBTI) to develop a new berth for cement shipments at the Davao International Container Terminal (DICT) in Panabo City, Davao del Norte.
The two companies signed a partnership agreement on Oct. 15, 2024 at Damosa Diamond Tower in Davao City.
The project involves the design and construction of DICT’s 5th berth under DBTI, a joint venture between DICT and Philcement Corp.
The berth will span 200 meters in length and 18.5 meters in width. Equipped with a state-of-the-art material handling system and fendering systems, the new berth will be capable of accommodating vessels with a deadweight tonnage of up to 60,000.
The facility will primarily serve as a port for cement and cementitious materials, carrying out Aboitiz Construction’s mission of building a better future through quality structures.
“This project marks an important step in our ongoing mission to improve logistics in the region and contribute to the region’s economic vitality. We have previously partnered with DICT, and we are excited to renew our commitment to this collaborative journey,” said Aboitiz Construction chief operating officer Ramez Sidhom.
The project is expected to be completed within 10 months, with about 170 personnel to be hired for the construction phase.
Around 50 percent of these positions will be filled by local hires, underscoring the company’s commitment to providing jobs to local communities.
“This partnership signals another important milestone between our two groups as this is the fifth project we have undertaken together. For DICT, this is also a significant undertaking as we look to continue diversifying the products and commodities that can be transported directly to the Davao Region”, said DBTI president Ricardo Lagdameo.
