Welcome to SBFCC!

The Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit, membership-funded organization founded in 1995 to serve and represent the interests of its member businesses. The single distinguishing characteristic that sets SBFCC apart from other Chambers of Commerce is that our members come from some 20 countries around the world.

WE MOVED TO A NEW OFFICE!

After more than a decade on Waterfront Road, the SBFCC office has outgrown its space requirements and is now relocating to a bigger and better location at Building 398A Schley Road Extension, SRF, effective September 29, 2008. Our relocation is intended to enable us to better service our members. Our phone and FAX numbers will remain the same, as outlined above. We trust our service will remain uninterrupted and look forward to seeing you in our new locale.

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Chamber Events

CILA-SBFCC makes a pact

The MOA signing between two business NGOs who forged an agreement to help develop Subic and Clark into regional logistics hubs and attract more businesses to both Freeport zones.. details on the August 2008 issue of the SBFCC News.

Members Donate for Typhoon Frank Victims

Book Donations for SPED-G

4th Annual Golf Tournament

A Resounding Success

Non-profit organizations such as ours depend solely on membership fees and proceeds from fund-raising activities, such as our annual golf tournament. These programs aim to enhance the quality of business development in Subic Bay, and to fund our socio-economic and environmental programs. We can always count on the participation of our loyal friends and supporters who are the leaders and key decision-makers across all industries, both Filipinos and expatriates alike.

We at the Chamber, were so grateful and pleased to share with you the wonderful day for the camaraderie that a golf tournament brings. We hope you enjoyed the Subic Park Hotel buffet, music, and the laughter that was evident at the awards ceremony following the tournament.

All donations, big and small, were made by you, our valuable supporters and members, all of which contributed to the huge success of this event!

General Membership Meeting

Mixer Nights

Many members of the Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce are adventurous enough to try different variety of food. For some, however, it is no longer a matter of trying but already of craving.

Dozens of name cards are always exchanged and contact info shared between members. Friends, old and new, enjoy these evenings. The cozy atmosphere amidst framed Indian sceneries, sunset view from Subic Bay's Moonbay Marina, the historic and elegant arrangements at Triboa Bay.. and soft lighting lent an impression of family or friends getting together… which is what it really is, considering that many members of the Chamber are not only businessmen looking for business connections, but have cultivated real friendships with other members as well.

State of the Freeport Address

Message from the President

Dear Fellow Chamber members:

Concerns grip the Subic Bay Freeport Zone as recent events have called into question matters of safety and security. While the Chamber does not have the legal standing or the expertise to appropriately investigate or draw conclusions concerning such matters, we do however share a growing concern with respect to our overall security

The August shooting in a residential area and in close proximity to schools, is but the most recent incident in a growing list of events that have shaken the confidence of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Drugs, allegations of inappropriate conduct by some law enforcement personnel, continuing smuggling, under performance in the enforcement of smoke belching regulations, of housing regulations, in dealing with unlicensed vehicles, in dealing with unsafe vehicles, perimeter security breeches are but a few of our concerns.

As this most serious of matters should be addressed on a totally objective basis, we (SBFCC) have called for an independent investigation of all facets of law enforcement, with transparency and communication to be at the forefront of the entire process. We need assurances that everything is being done to guarantee and provide for the safest possible environment for all. We have met with the Administrator, who shared our concerns and agreed to fully consider our recommendation

On another, but not totally unrelated matter, your Chamber, under a Memorandum of Agreement with CILA (Clark Investors and Locators Association and in conjunction with SCADC (Subic/Clark Alliance for Development Committee), under Secretary Pamintuan, Office of the President of the Philippines, have undertaken to work closely together in an effort to facilitate improvements to and the streamlining of business processes and procedures. It is anticipated the through this continuing collaboration, locators will look forward to increasingly more user friendly polices, procedures and practices to the benefit of commerce and to ensure a level playing for all concerned. Transparency, again, should be at the forefront of all dealings. Helping to ensure that the business environment is continually attractive to existing and new investors alike is our goal and thus would provide the best possible atmosphere for profitability and responsible growth. Government and the private sector both have the best possible opportunity to thrive in that environment.

This is a crucial time in the history of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone and, as such, we must draw together to address and resolve outstanding concerns. I encourage each of you to let your concerns be heard. You may address your comments directly to SBMA or send them by fax or e-mail to the Chamber

May God richly bless and protect you, our Freeport and the Philippines!

John

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