The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) was recognized as an Outstanding Government Agency for Special Economic Zone Management during the Legacy Awards 2025 held at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila in Parañaque City on August 15.
SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said the award highlights the agency’s role not only as a driver of economic growth but also as a major source of livelihood for the more than 166,000 workers from Subic Bay’s host and neighboring communities.
“Our mandate has never changed—we continue to employ the Filipino masses while generating income that the national government can utilize in building a better and brighter Bagong Pilipinas. What has changed is our desire to do more,” Aliño said in a message.
The award was received on behalf of Aliño by Senior Deputy Administrator for Support Services Atty. Ramon O. Agregado, joined by OIC Deputy Administrator for Corporate Communications Armina Belleza C. Llamas and the SBMA Corporate Communications team.
Agregado said the recognition serves as a reminder for the agency to consistently raise the bar in public service. “We accept this award as a constant reminder for us to improve our craft in order to provide excellent service and the best quality of life for our stakeholders,” he said, dedicating the achievement to SBMA employees, Freeport workers, and former leaders of the agency.
The SBMA’s entry for the Legacy Awards was anchored on its 2024 Accomplishment Report, which highlighted ₱3.07 billion in dividends remitted to the national government—ranking 7th among the top 10 government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) in terms of remittances. It also recorded ₱347 million in revenue shares distributed to Subic’s host municipalities and city.
In addition, the report showcased priority infrastructure and development initiatives, including the Subic Bay Residencias socialized housing project, new dormitory facilities, e-vehicle rollout, and ongoing Freeport facelift projects designed to improve the quality of life for stakeholders.
Themed “Celebrating Excellence, Resilience, and Social Responsibility,” the Legacy Awards 2025 recognized outstanding institutions and leaders whose work contributes to progress and inspires future generations.
