2GO, the Philippines’ largest end-to-end logistics, transportation, and distribution solutions provider and a part of SM Investments Corporation, is dedicated to optimizing the movement of goods to and from Mindanao. This initiative aims to catalyze business prospects for local enterprises and corporations across the region, boosting its operations in Cagayan de Oro (CDO).
Positioned as a gateway to Mindanao, Cagayan de Oro City holds a strategic economic edge being equidistant to other metropolis in the region, proving pivotal for local economic growth. With an assertive retail trade, a growing manufacturing sector, a robust motor vehicle industry, and an expanding service and hospitality landscape, Cagayan De Oro presents an ideal foothold for 2GO to flourish in Mindanao. Apart from being an industrial hub, cold chain requirements have bustled over the years supplying 80% of its hatching eggs supply to Metro Manila and substantial poultry and palm oil products to Visayas.
2GO met with local leaders to share insights on the growing business opportunities in CDO.
Moving a growing economy
Cagayan De Oro is considered as 2GO’s biggest shipping hub in Mindanao. The company currently operates 4 times weekly voyages between Cagayan de Oro and Manila, as well as twice-weekly service to and from Cebu. Additionally, it also operates weekly services to Bacolod, Iloilo, and Tagbilaran. These strategic networks underscore 2GO’s commitment to moving products from anywhere in the Philippines to Mindanao and back.
Ralph Paguio, Chairman for the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines – Northern Mindanao comments, “Cagayan de Oro radiates promise as a dynamic city. A reliable logistics collaborator is integral for a burgeoning economy as it paves the way to becoming a metropolitan center. Our pier and airport, coupled with our strategic location, position us as a pivotal gateway to other regional cities and the broader Mindanao. 2GO’s presence holds immense potential for transformation and opportunity.”
“2GO is the only passenger-cargo operator from Cagayan De Oro to Manila utilizing one of the most modern and fastest vessels in the Philippines. As an archipelago, it is important for traders and consumers to have a reliable supply chain schedule to optimize product shelf life. Moreover, a solid transportation and logistics partner empowers local businesses and industries to move goods and people efficiently and smoothly,” said Faye Alonzo-Babar, 2GO Business Unit Head for Express and Forwarding.
Creating Travel Experience
To celebrate with the city as it welcomes its Higalaay Festival week, 2GO announces the ₱88 sea sale, one way inclusive of a 50-kilo baggage allowance. The promo is running until August 27 with travel from October 1, 2023, onwards. Book tickets today and experience your ultimate sailcation to Manila, Bacolod, Cebu, Iloilo, Tagbilaran, and many more.
Catch exclusive deals by visiting travel.2go.com.ph or download the 2GO mobile app on the Android Play Store and IOS.
