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380+

Local and International Procurement Collated

240+

Global Trade Missions and Industry Events

Upcoming Webinars & Industry Events

Upcoming
Jun
01

Philadelphia , California , United States

Philippine Construction Business Mission to Saudi Arabia 2026

A high-level business mission connecting Philippine CAEDSO firms with Saudi developers, engineering companies, and government agencies involved in major construction programs.

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Upcoming
Jun
03

Los Angeles , California , United States

ASEAN Engineering Mobility Webinar

A learning session on ASEAN Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs) for engineering services, attended by 300+ professionals.

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Upcoming
Jun
05 -07

San Diego , California , United States

Philippines–UAE Construction Opportunities Forum 2026

Ready to build abroad? Join the POCB Overseas Contractors Orientation Seminar to master the rules of international construction. Learn essential requirements, registration procedures, and critical compliance standards from the Philippine Overseas Construction Board (POCB). Secure your license, protect your interests, and pave your way to global projects.

What you'll gain: In-depth knowledge of POCB registration and authorization. Understanding of overseas project requirements. Compliance and regulatory guidance. Attend this mandatory seminar and take the first critical step toward becoming a registered Overseas Filipino Contractor!

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Upcoming
Jun
10 -12

Los Angeles , California , United States

Philippine Construction Business Mission to Saudi Arabia 2026

Ready to build abroad? Join the POCB Overseas Contractors Orientation Seminar to master the rules of international construction. Learn essential requirements, registration procedures, and critical compliance standards from the Philippine Overseas Construction Board (POCB). Secure your license, protect your interests, and pave your way to global projects.

What you'll gain: In-depth knowledge of POCB registration and authorization. Understanding of overseas project requirements. Compliance and regulatory guidance. Attend this mandatory seminar and take the first critical step toward becoming a registered Overseas Filipino Contractor!

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CAEDSO Sector Opportunities & Emerging Trends

Discover insights, market developments, and growth opportunities shaping the future of construction, architecture, and engineering.

Doing Business in Cebu

Doing Business in Cebu

Cebu has long been regarded as the economic hub of the Visayas, combining rapid urban growth with a strong provincial backbone. With a population of more than 5 million and one of the strongest economies outside Metro Manila, Cebu attracts both domestic and foreign proponent across diverse industries. Its urban core in Cebu City, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu thrives with new real estate and commercial developments, while nearby towns are expanding industrial zones and tourism estates.

Opportunities for contractors in Cebu are particularly strong in mixed-use complexes, high-rise condominiums, and retail spaces, as well as tourism infrastructure such as hotels, resorts, and leisure facilities that cater to the province’s booming visitor arrivals. The Mactan Export Processing Zone and logistics hubs are fueling demand for warehouses and transport facilities, while the renewable energy push is encouraging investment in solar and wind projects across the province. Large-scale infrastructure projects, like the Cebu–Cordova Link Expressway, demonstrate how public–private partnerships are reshaping the region’s connectivity.

Doing business in Cebu means engaging with a skilled local workforce, investment-friendly economic zones, and active government support for PPPs. Contractors that bring sustainable building practices and strong partnerships with local developers will find Cebu a strategic gateway not just to the Visayas, but also to neighboring Mindanao.
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Frequently asked questions

Here are some common questions about our company.

All construction contractors, specialized consultancy groups, and service contractors intending to engage in overseas construction projects.

  1. For PCAB Licensed Contractor:
    1. as a General Construction Contractor — must be PCAB Category “AA” or higher; with classifications of General Engineering (GE) and/or General Building (GB); and with at least one (1) general engineering / building-project costing not less than PHP10M successfully completed during the immediate five (5) years.
    2. as a Specialty Contractor - must be with PCAB Category “A” or higher; with classification relevant to the specialization being applied for; and with at least one (1) project falling within its field/s of specialization costing not less than PHP5M successfully completed during the immediate five (5) years.

  2. For Specialized Consultancy Group — may or may not have a PCAB License;
    1. Must have at least three (3) permanently employed staff with appropriate degrees and professional training along the line of consultancy services offered by the company and with aggregate experience of twenty-five (25) man-years. One of the staff must have been actively engaged in the practice of his profession for at least ten (10) years;
    2. Must have at least five (5) years of continuous actual operation as a specialized consultant, counted from the date of the firm’s earliest contract; Successfully completed at least one (1) consultancy project costing not less than PHP1M during the immediate past five (5) years.

Listed below are the required documents for applying for the POCB Registration:

For PCAB-Licensed Contractor (General Construction Contractor or Specialty Contractor):
  1. Duly accomplished application form as prescribed by POCB, sworn to before a Notary Public.
  2. Duly accomplished Form for Overseas Project Information.
  3. Printed/scanned copy of a valid PCAB license.

For Specialized Consultancy Groups not registered with PCAB:
  1. Duly accomplished application form as prescribed by POCB, sworn to before a Notary Public.
  2. Duly accomplished Form for Overseas Project Information.
  3. Duly accomplished biodata of technical personnel.
  4. Latest SEC General Information Sheet.
  5. Brief company profile or history.