Fast Retailing Philippines, the Philippine arm of the global company that operates multiple fashion brands including UNIQLO, announces a new, human-centric logistics facility in collaboration with Federal Land NRE Global Inc. (FNG), a ground-breaking joint venture between Federal Land Inc. of the Philippines, and Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. of Japan. This significant milestone represents Fast Retailing Philippines’ continued commitment to investment and innovation in the Philippines.
Recently, Fast Retailing Philippines and Federal Land NRE Global Inc. marked this significant occasion with a groundbreaking ceremony for the UNIQLO Logistics Facility in Riverpark, Cavite. Executives and key officials from Cavite and General Trias City local government units, Fast Retailing, Federal Land NRE Global Inc., and Federal Land Inc. gathered to commemorate the event, underscoring a new chapter in logistics excellence and sustainability.
UNIQLO Logistics Facility Groundbreaking Ceremony from left to right:
Chief Financial Officer of Fast Retailing Philippines, Mr. Ryo Watanabe, Group Senior Vice President of Fast Retailing Japan, Mr. Hidetsugu Asada, Chief Operating Officer of UNIQLO Philippines, Ms. Geraldine Sia, Cavite Congressman, Honorable Antonio “Ony” Ferrer, President of Federal Land NRE Global, Mr. Thomas Mirasol, General Trias City Mayor, Honorable Luis “Jon-Jon” Ferrer IV, Vice Chairman of Federal Land NRE Global, Mr. Yusuke Hirano, General Trias City Vice Mayor, Honorable Jonas Labuguen, Technical Execution Group Head of Federal Land, Mr. Alvin U. Ty, General Manager of the Overseas Business Division of Nomura Real Estate Mr. Masao Toba, and Project Development Head of Federal Land, Mr. Stephen Comia.
The groundbreaking ceremony highlights Fast Retailing Philippines’ steadfast commitment to advancing investment and innovation within the country. The new UNIQLO Logistics Facility aims to redefine logistics operations with a focus on worker wellbeing and environmental sustainability, promising to integrate technology and more sustainable practices, thereby setting a new benchmark for industry in the region.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Geraldine Sia, Chief Operating Officer, UNIQLO Philippines, said “With the opening of our new facility, we are delighted to integrate the logistical and technological expertise of our partner, Federal Land NRE Global Inc. (FNG), to elevate the first-mile experience of delivering LifeWear to our Filipino customers. With its strategic location within the Southern Tagalog region, establishing this new facility enables us to deliver our LifeWear items to other parts of the Philippines seamlessly and more efficiently. In addition, this new facility will also employ hundreds of local people to support our operations, offering a comfortable work environment that helps all workers thrive. We believe this partnership is a great start to continue elevating the UNIQLO customer shopping experience for all Filipinos.”
Key Highlights:
Strategic Collaboration between Fast Retailing Philippines and FNG:
- In 2024, Fast Retailing Philippines and FNG formed an agreement to establish a logistics facility for UNIQLO within Riverpark North, a key development by FNG in Cavite.
- Fast Retailing Philippines has chosen Riverpark North as the ideal location for its new facility, highlighting the area’s strategic importance in its logistics operations.
Economic Impact and Job Creation:
- The establishment of the facility is expected to create a significant number of jobs, providing employment opportunities and fostering economic vitality in the region.
Growing an Efficient and Sustainable Business Supply Chain:
- The facility is poised to be an advanced, efficient component of the business supply chain, incorporating both sustainability features and a commitment to the wellbeing of workers.
- The new facility will be human-centric: providing a comfortable work environment that is designed to help workers flourish.
- Situated within Riverpark, a 600-hectare estate along CALAX, the facility leverages strategic connectivity for seamless logistics operations.
- The facility will utilize solar panels to provide energy for specific areas of the building.
Exciting Future Collaborations:
- Fast Retailing Philippines and FNG express their mutual excitement about the ongoing collaboration, and anticipate exploring additional projects that will further strengthen their business relationship.
- This collaboration not only brings together two industry leaders but also signifies a commitment to shared values of innovation, sustainability, and economic growth.
